Key Takeaways Large dying trees present an exponential risk during hurricanes due to their immense mass, height, and high wind resistance. Louisiana’s high humidity and saturated coastal soils accelerate internal wood decay and root failure. Hidden structural defects like trunk hollows and root rot drastically lower a tree’s wind-load threshold. Proactive hazard identification and tree […]
Read MorePreparing your trees before hurricane season in Metairie and Jefferson Parish starts with a professional inspection in late winter or early spring, followed by structural pruning, deadwood removal, canopy thinning, and root zone care, all completed before June 1. The trees that survive hurricanes are not the strongest. They are the ones that were properly […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways Storm Readiness is Vital: In the Gulf South, a tree that looks fine in sunshine can be a catastrophe during a hurricane. Root Flare Health: Mushrooms or heaving soil at the base indicate the foundation of the tree is failing. Structural Cracks: Deep vertical splits in the trunk are signs that the tree […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways Formosan Threat: Unlike native termites, Formosan subterranean termites actively attack and live inside healthy, living trees. Structural Failure: Termites hollow out the heartwood, leaving the tree standing but structurally incapable of withstanding storm winds. Early Warning Signs: Look for mud tubes on bark, swarming insects in late spring, and hollow sounds when the […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways Fungal Presence is a Warning: Visual mushrooms or conks are often the final stage of a long-term internal rot. Ganoderma (Artist’s Conk): These shelf-like structures indicate serious heartwood decay and potential structural failure. Armillaria (Honey Fungus): This fungus attacks the root system, often killing the tree by strangling the cambium layer. Inonotus (Oak […]
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Thank you for all the work that you and your men did for Sandra and me at our home. The work that you all did to get my live oak tree trimmed and then cutting down other large trees and shrubs, hauling away and stump grinding was fantastic. Not only was the job done very professionally and thoroughly with great attention to detail, the property looked as if you had vacuum-cleaned up too.
Roger and his team were amazing! Good prices, great communication, and extremely professional throughout the whole process. They made this whole experience hassle and worry free! Highly recommended!
Roger and his team are professional, work efficiently, and always clean up when finished. Prices are reasonable. There are arborists on staff that can advise on cuts and tree health. They saved my struggling palm trees. I’ve used them for years and would recommend them to anyone.
Roger and his crew are amazing! Third time I have used him and his team. They are safe, timely, friendly, clean and have customer first approach! Price is very reasonable and service and work is top notch!
I love working with Roger and his crew. They are always on time, very professional, and do a fabulous job. We’ve used other tree companies to trim our 10 Queen Palms and none compare to Roger. They are now our go-to company!
Top notch tree service company, very good prices and great service. This is the areas premier tree company! Every time I have used this company, the job site always looks great and have great results.
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