By Lucas Rumancik, Certified Arborist Suddenly, a healthy Live Oak tree in Castle Hills turned brown. Located in the Woods of Castle Hills office complex, the tree looked increasingly vulnerable to limb or trunk failure. For no apparent reason. At first the property managers suspected transitory freeze damage. Lower temperatures had damaged much of the […]
Root flare Important to Tree Stability
By Lucas Rumancik, Certified Arborist Before I put my climbing harness on and enter a tree to do tree trimming,I do a multi-part tree inspection. When I see that a tree’s roots flare out at the base, I am pleased. Root flare is an important element for healthy trees. First, it allows for proper root […]
Open Cavity Exposes Tree Defect
By Lucas Rumancik, Certified Arborist Heartwood forms the core and innermost layer of the trunk and branches. It provides structural support for the tree, allowing it to stand upright despite strong winds or heavy rain. Did you know it can get damaged and that tree defect be mostly invisible to a San Antonio home owner? […]
Tree Root Problems Can Lead to Removal
By Lucas Rumancik, Certified Arborist Do you have a tree in your yard that looks like it’s beginning to die? The roots of a tree nourish and stabilize the tree. Environmental disturbances can compromise this important role. Common residential tree root problems can be caused by an enlarged driveway or new pool. At first this […]
Commercial Tree Trimming at Union Square
By Melinda Magee. Business Manager Dozens of well-maintained, mature Live Oaks dot Union Square. Commercial tree trimming at this Class A office complex adds value. Over the years, Canopy Tree Service has taken care of the trees here. We prune dead or diseased limbs so they don’t fall on people or cars. Insurance, plus experienced […]
Aeration and Tree Care
Aerating the soil in the root zone is one of the best and easiest ways to help a tree. Aerating simply means “introducing air into a material.” You can do this by plunging spikes into the soil around the tree. You can also buy prebuilt aeration tubes, or make your own. Canopy Tree Service workers, […]