Deadwood To Firewood

Deadwood to Firewood

Have any trees that look like this in your yard?  They might be dead. Okay, let's be real. They are dead.  Can you guess Atlanta Tree Professionals thoughts on the matter? 

Yes, it is time to cut them down...

Then what?  One great way to put an old, dead tree to use is to dry it and use for firewood, or even wood chips for barbecuing. 

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If you are wanting to turn your tree into firewood, the most important thing you need to do is make sure that the wood is dry or “cured.”  Burning wood that is not properly dried results in smoky fires that don’t burn for very long.  Burning wood with high moisture can also cause a build up of a chemical called creosote which can build up and ignite major fires (which you don’t want in your home). Save those for the firepit when you invite the neighbors for 

When drying your wood, the goal should be 20% moisture content.  You can check the moisture level in wood by using a moisture meter, which you can find in most hardware stores.  Most wood needs to be stored from 6-12 months to be fully dried.  Here are some tips to get your wood cured:

1.     Cut the wood into the right length so it fits in your fireplace and/or fire pit well.  Try to cut the wood into the same size pieces to make for easier storage.

2.     Split the wood before you stack it.  Aiming to cut the wood into pieces with a diameter of six inches or less is a good goal.

3.     Store the firewood off the ground.  Having the wood six inches off the ground allows the bottom of the wood pile to dry.  You can do this by having the wood on a rack or arranging branches at the bottom of the pile.

4.     Cover the top of the pile, but leave the sides exposed.  The best material to do this with is by using a heavy duty, clear, plastic tarp.  This allows the sunlight in but keeps the moisture out.

Once dried out, or cured, this firewood will be perfect for your winter fire!  If you like to grill out, you could even use your dried wood for wood chips for your next barbecue.  Some trees that are great for wood chip use are Hickory, Oak and Pecan.

If all of this sounds great but you need help cutting the tree down, give Atlanta Tree Professionals a call!  We are located in Sandy Springs, GA and our service area reaches Marietta, Atlanta, Decatur, Acworth, Kennesaw, Alpharetta and more.

Winds of Spring Down Trees Bring

Winds of Spring 
Down Trees Bring

Is that a haiku? No.

But it is the truth. Spring, she just...rolls in.

And this year, Atlanta Tree Professionals welcomes her.

The gray and cloudy winter 2012/2013 of Atlanta was darker than usual, wouldn't you agree?

Those few hours when yellow would appear, the crews and I would smile back as if welcoming an old friend.

Give me the splendid silent sun
with all his beams full-dazzling.

Walt Whitman

Aren't you glad spring has nearly sprung?

But with the warmer weather comes the storms. And we would like to remind you that if you feel unsure about some branches or trees in your yard and their ability this spring to stay attached let us help you. Atlanta Tree Professionals is known in the Atlanta, Marietta and Sandy Springs for our ecofriendly approach.

We try and save the tree if possible or remove as little as necessary.

In fact, here is an actual review from a customer B. Brand recently.

"Atlanta Tree Professionals is a top-notch company that clearly has the best interests of the customers and the trees at heart. They very knowledgeably guided me through decisions about trimming versus removal, and how to best use trees to maintain property value. Their advice was clearly based on preserving and improving the health of trees, not just what made them the most money. On the trimming, they were nothing short of artists, transforming trees I originally just wanted removed. On the removal of my 120-foor popular, you could tell how much that safety was of paramount importance. The crew I had have been together for a long time, and it showed in how they worked together and watched out for each other. I’d put that crew up against any other! I can highly recommend this company for their expertise and service."


However if we find that a tree is dangerous or hazardous or you have a sick tree on your hand that is beyond saving, Atlanta Tree Professionals crews are licensed and insured. Our crews are a well oiled machine that knows how to safely take down a tree so that it does not cause collateral damage.

Call Atlanta Tree Professionals 404-644-8733 or stop by our website, we have lot of Atlanta tree service reviews and pictures for you to check out! And don't forget to ask about our monthly specials when you call.

Tree Removal Services Atlanta by Atlanta Tree Professionals

Atlanta Tree Professionals offers Atlanta tree removal service in Atlanta, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Decatur and beyond. Call us to get going with your free quote 404-644-8733.

We offer tree removal services by serious professionals. Additionally, Atlanta Tree Professionals are eco-friendly and we will always work to save a tree if possible. Our professional staff is qualified to let you know the right course of action for you and your families safety.

Atlanta Tree Professionals is here to help you.

1)We can work with your insurance company to get your claim information entered.

2)Our workers are fully insured. This is super important, you don't want to be liable.

3)We work with the City of Atlanta to get your tree removal permit completed and submitted properly!

And right now Atlanta Tree Professionals is offering an Atlanta tree removal special of $100 off any job $600 or more! That is great savings for Atlanta, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Decatur or John’s Creek homeowners or business owners.

We have crews working all areas of Atlanta everyday. You can get started to taking “that tree” off your to do list by calling us at 404-644-8733.

We are ready to be your Atlanta tree removal company, Atlanta Tree Professionals!

Check out our website, http://www.atlantatreeprofessionals.com to get set up for your free estimate.

Generation to Generation Atlanta Tree Professionals takes care of your trees. 
Atlanta Tree Professionals
(404)644-8733
9925 Haynes Bridge Road
Suite 200-145
Alpharetta, GA 30022

Falling trees during storms

Many of you may remember the trees that fell in Atlanta during the storms in 2008....keep this in mind when trees are planted close to your home. Although shade trees are wonderful in the summertime, if one as large as this falls on your house its a real problem!
Check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CLdoLMA7qA&feature=related


Although trees may fall during storms no matter what one does, Atlanta Tree Professionals can help you with removal of trees.


Call 404-644-8733.

Winter Pruning, Tree Trimming Atlanta

crepe myrtle trees
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crepe_myrtle

Now is the time to prune crepe myrtle trees. Don't wait until spring. Winter Pruning Atlanta Georgia.
Large limbs from mature hardwoods can be safely pruned or trimmed this time of year also. Tree trimming in Atlanta should be done year round for all dead and dangerous limbs. It is important to get these limbs down safely before they fall.



$100 off winter pruning

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