The Time to Plant a Tree is Now!

The Time to Plant a Tree is Now!

Like this great proverb, Atlanta Tree Professionals believes that the time to plant trees is now.  Yes, we remove trees, but our main goal is to help keep your trees healthy and only remove them when they absolutely need to go.  In fact, each time we have to remove a tree, Atlanta Tree Professionals will plant a new one in its place.

Many people think that the fall is the end of the planting season, but did you know that the best time to plant trees and shrubs in Atlanta is actually November through March?  In places where there are colder winters, earlier in the fall is best.  There are many reasons planting trees and shrubs during the fall/winter is beneficial:

1.     Planting in the fall gives the root system time to grow.  During the winter, the roots develop and become established, which allows the tree to have more support during spring growth and the heat of summer.

2.     The cooler, wetter weather means less watering is needed.

3.     Stable air temperatures promote rapid root growth and development.

4.     The soil is less damp than it is in the spring, which creates more stability for roots.

5.     When you choose a tree or shrub to plant in the fall, you are able to see the color that they will produce.

Even though the temperatures are cold, you must remember that the soil stays warm well after the air has cooled.  Even so, balled and burlap-wrapped trees and shrubs will do best.  Also, you want to make sure to avoid planting broad-leaf evergreens in the fall, such as azaleas, boxwoods and hollies.  These will not do as well. Some great trees to plant in the fall/winter are maples, buckeyes, ash, spruce and elms. Bare root plants, such as roses, pecans and fruit trees should be planted in late winter when they are completely dormant. 

Atlanta Tree Professionals wants to help keep Atlanta and the metro area looking beautiful and we believe that it is done by keeping tree healthy and planting new ones. We hope that you are able to get out and plant a tree this fall or winter! If you need help making sure those trees stay healthy give us a call!

Atlanta Tree Professionals

6105 Boylston Dr. NE

Sandy Springs, GA 30328

404-644-8733

www.atlantatreeprofessionals.com 

Stop Eating My Trees

Stop Eating My Trees!

In addition to tree removal services in the metro Atlanta area, Atlanta Tree Professionals also offers tree treatment for insects.  Did you know that insects pollinate around 80% of trees and bushes?  Although some of those insects are beneficial to trees, there are about thirty species of insects that contribute to the decline of trees in the U.S.

Damaging insects are grouped by the kind of damage that they cause on certain parts of the tree.  Those groups are:

• Defoliators or leaf eaters.  These include moths, aphids and caterpillars.
• Beetles and borers.  These insects consume or breed inside a tree’s bark and wood.  They also consume the tree’s seeds so new trees can’t grow.
• Fruit insect pests.  These insects rot the fruit growing on trees.  Moths, maggots, flies, leaf rollers and fruit worms are all part of this group.

Most common to our region are Pine Tree Beetles, Ambrosia beetles and carpenter ants.  

If you are worried that your tree(s) might have an insect infestation, look for these signs:

• Sawdust around base of the tree
• Chunks of canopy missing
• Big bubbles of sap on the tree
• Small holes in the tree (they can be smaller than a penny)
• Dropping limbs

Insects are less likely to attack healthy trees, but already damaged or newly planted trees will be more susceptible to an infestation.  So what is the best way to protect your trees from bugs?  Prevention!  Atlanta Tree Professionals can help with that by providing annual treatment of trees for insect control, identifying branch, trunk and root defects that may weaken a tree and recommending ways to manage them, removing dead or defective branches, correcting problems caused by improper care practices that have occurred in the past, pruning to make the tree safer and healthier and crown reduction that reduces the risk of tree failure for large trees located near buildings.

If you believe one or more of your trees are infested or if you want to prevent future infestations, give us a call and we’ll make sure those pests stop eating your trees!  The month of June is free tree assessment month, so give us a call and we’ll come assess your trees at no cost!  We service the Atlanta and metro Atlanta areas.  Call us today at (404) 644-8733.

Spring Clean Up by Atlanta Tree Professionals

Spring Clean Up

Ahhh, who’s ready for it to look like this outside?  Don’t think about the allergies, just the warm, beautiful weather.  We’ve gotten tastes of the spring, so hopefully it will stop teasing us and decide to stay soon.

With the spring does come the dreaded spring cleaning, though, and we at Atlanta Tree Professionals wanted to talk to you about how you can spring clean by getting you trees prepared for spring weather.  This winter has been tough on many of our trees, so it is important to make sure the trees in your yard are in good condition.  Spring is the peak season for thunderstorms and if your trees are not healthy, the storms could do a lot of damage.  Many times when a tree falls, it could have been prevented if it had been inspected before the storms happened.  Here are things that you want to look for that can be potential hazards with your trees:

-       Branches that hang over your home

-       Trees that lean significantly

-       Trees or branches that have a close proximity to power lines

-       Cracks in the trunks or major limbs of trees

-       Trees that are hollow, aged or decaying

Trees that might have these issues are the ones that will come down first in a thunderstorm.  Spring thunderstorms can be hard on weak trees for a couple of reasons.  The first is that when there is heavy rain, the soil gets soaked and the roots of the tree cannot stay fastened in the ground.  The second reason is the wind.  Have you ever had your umbrella turn inside out when it’s really windy?  This is the same effect the wind can have on your tree “canopy.”

The other issue you need to be aware of with your trees in the spring is ivy.  We all know here in Georgia how the ivy grows-like crazy!  Ivy on your trees can actually add weight to the tops of your trees, increasing the likelihood of it falling.  An easy solution to this is to cut the ivy off.  One tip: Don’t pull the ivy off the tree, but instead cut it at the ground.  This way it will not cause harm to the bark of your tree, but will instead cut off it’s water supply, which will cause it to wither and fall off the tree without damage.

If we’ve said it once, we’ve said it a thousand times: Proper maintenance to your trees is so important!  Proper pruning can reduce the wind sail and reduce the likelihood of property damage by a tree.  On the flip side, improper pruning can make trees more vulnerable to the effects of a storm, so please leave it to the experts, like Atlanta Tree Professionals.  We will help you figure out the best plan for your trees to keep your family and property safe. 

Right now, we have a great special going on: You can get $100 off of $500 or more of tree work.  Additionally, if you refer a friend and we do the work on their trees, you can earn another $100 off.  That’s right, friends, up to $200 off! 

If you are in the Atlanta metro area, including Marietta, Atlanta, Decatur, Acworth, Kennesaw, Alpharetta and more, give Atlanta Tree Professionals a call today and take advantage of these great specials! 404-644-8733

Atlanta Tree Professionals 

6105 Boylston Dr NE

Sandy Springs, GA 30328

404-644-8733

http://www.atlantatreeprofessionals.com

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. 

CALL 404-644-8733 for Atlanta tree services by Atlanta Tree Professionals

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.

Tornado Damage Atlanta Storms 06/13/13

Atlanta had some incredible tree damage last week due to crazy storms. As you can imagine there has been some serious tree removal Atlanta going on.

Here is a shot of the 2 EF1 tornados path as they ripped through Cherokee County, Cobb County and Fulton County from the National Weather Service for the storms that passed through Georgia from June 13, 2013.

Atlanta Tree Professionals got a call at 6am that next morning after one family came out to see there was not one but two trees on their house. Here is a video interview/customer tree testimonial of her experience with Atlanta Tree Professionals.

We worked in Dunwoody that day and East Cobb. In Dunwoody they had 30 trees down in one cul de sac!

As you can imagine we have tons of woodchips.
Go to our website to see out how to get on the schedule for your free woodchips Atlanta. 

Atlanta Tree Professionals has been working hard, in fact so hard that we thank you for your patience as we have tried to take care of everyone in Sandy Springs, East Cobb and Decatur these past 7 days. And we believe in a job well done so that you will recommend us to your friends.

Give us a call, 404-644-8733 and we can set up a free estimate for tree trimming, tree services and tree removal. Again, we thank everyone for the kind referrals that have come in this past week.

That storm was mighty powerful and we understand your pain in having to remove or seriously trim what should of been a near permanent fixture on your property. We promise to not only be cautious in taking down these beauties but also in our clean up.

Peace from Atlanta Tree Professionals.

Pine Beetle Tree Problems in Georgia-Identification and Treatments

Insect treatments for trees in Atlanta 

Living in Atlanta is a beautiful thing….besides our lovely accents we get to enjoy the bountiful abundance of nature in all of its glory.  Atlanta has been known as the city in the forest! You can’t drive too far in Atlanta and not see the great big oaks, the blooming dogwoods, and those gorgeous southern pines. 

Yes in Georgia pine trees are everywhere! They are tall, green, and cover all of our cars with yellow pollen during the spring! However, did you know that those gorgeous southern pines actually have an enemy? The infamous pine beetle!

Pine beetles may be small but they can cause a lot of destruction rather quickly. At Atlanta Tree Professionals would like to offer a few signs to help you identify an infestation of pine beetles!

CHECK OUT OUR SERVICE MAP to see if we offer free tree assessments in your area. 

Look!

Usually you can see small holes in the infected tree; it also may be oozing sap that resembles popcorn. These holes are made by the beetles as they enter the tree.

Listen!

Sometimes you can actually hear the beetles inside your tree. We know it sounds creepy but you can actually hear them chomping down on the wood.

Touch!

You can touch the branches to see if they feel dry and brittle.  Also the branches will lose their coloring after a while!

Pine Beetles are rather aggressive and can kill a tree within a week to a month. If you notice one or more of the following symptoms you should have your tree removed right away, because by the time you notice the first tree, chances are they could be chowing down on another pine tree in your yard! Pine beetles are like hippies at Woodstock, if one finds out there is free food and place to crash chances are they will tell their friends. Before you know it your yard gets trashed. 

The best thing to do is prevent! At Atlanta Tree Professionals we offer annual tree treatment services. We can help keep your trees healthy and happy! Call us at 404-644-8733 for your free Spring tree assessment. Or go to our website to schedule an appointment online. 

Winter Tree Trimming

When the weather turns cool. The exterior needs for the typical Atlanta garden and yard change. Atlantans around the city can safely shout from the rooftops, "No more weekly mowing!"

Another change is that the planting season for many things has passed, except for garlic, shallots and onions. However, according to our new favorite blog, Grow Your Own (food),  if you live in metro Atlanta you maybe able to grow some carrots and a few other things. It all comes down to where you live and what level of sunlight you receive this time of year.

Cooler weather also means dormancy for trees. The tree leaves fall, and fall, and fall and fall... Can you tell who hates raking/blowing leaves around here?

Right now is the perfect time to trim your trees. The insect population is reduced so the exposure to insects while the tree is healing is diminished.

Atlanta Tree Professionals are professionals when it comes to tree trimming in Atlanta. We follow specific guidelines when it comes to pruning your trees based on variety, size and overall tree health.
Whether your trees require tree crowning, thinning, reduction or even removal our ISA trained expert can make that decision.


We follow SHA when it comes to pruning importance:

Prune first for Safety, next for Health, and finally for Aesthetics. Trimming young trees is important too, too often we wait until the tree is mature, whilst a careful trim on a young tree can give it a long life by pruning for endurance. You can increase the life span of a tree just by giving it this extra TLC at a young age. Atlanta Tree Professionals is the ecofriendly choice for tree trimming in Atlanta. Our aim is to be conservative except when the health of the tree dictates otherwise. Let us give you a free estimate on your winter tree trimming in Atlanta. Our licensed and insured tree technicians are ready to get your tree line in shape for the next spring to grow into the healthy tree she is was meant to be. Atlanta Tree Professionals 6105 Boylston Drive NE Sandy Springs, GA 30328 404-644-8733

Tree Removal Atlanta

Tree Removal Atlanta and Tree Planting

We hate to say but there are times when a tree has to be removed. That sturdy brut who brought you shade in the summer and leaves to pick up in the fall is failing. It is dead and or hazardous. Trees like this are obvious in some cases, they lean or have falling branches. But sometimes it's not as obvious, just a small hole with some insects crawling around it are the only clue. You need a professional opinion. 

Unfortunately, too late.

In Atlanta this summer, our crews and myself saw a lot of insect damage. Unfortunately  causing some really beautiful trees meet the reaper way too early. The cause was in many cases Ash borer beetles and ants. 

Tree Ant Damage Summer 2012 

But it doesn’t have to end with a barren hole depression in your front yard that you trip over in the dark.

Atlanta Tree Professionals is your ecofriendly tree service in Atlanta. Because we want to save the tree possible we can sometimes still protect the tree from continuing damage with our:

Annual Tree Treatment Service

It keeps your tree healthy!  And in some cases we can do a little surgery and stitching using bracing and pins to keep her together. But sometimes these measures won’t work and then it’s time to remove.

We recommend using Atlanta Tree Professionals as your tree removal service Atlanta! Currently we are running our “Help Us Plant 300 Trees” Campaign.

When we remove a tree or several trees on your property we will plant ONE NEW TREE per property! 

Meet Phil, he planted this tree as part of our campaign in Decatur. 

Here are two trees that we feel are best for planting in Atlanta. 

Trees that are best for growing into their full potential.

Silver Maple Acer saccharinum is a species of maple native to eastern North Americain the eastern United States and Canada. It is one of the most common trees in the United States. (from Wikipedia)

White Oak Quercus alba, the white oak, is one of the pre-eminent hardwoods of eastern North America. It is a long-lived oak of the family Fagaceae, native to eastern North America. Specimens have been documented to be over 450 years old. (from Wikipedia)

Let’s fix your tree problems, together.

Atlanta Tree Professionals
6105 Boylston Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
404-644-8733

Go Professional!

3 Things Not To Do When Hiring a Tree Removal Company

When a tree falls in your yard or house, the first emotion is panic. I must hurry up and get that tree outta here!

We understand and realize a huge weight (literally a 30 foot tree is about 4,000 pounds!) has been dropped on your plate. Let us talk you down with some tips on what NOT to do when hiring a tree removal company in Atlanta.

1. Don’t hire a unlicensed  or uninsured tree removal company. Check credentials. Sure you may get a better price when hiring a company like that but they will eat your shirt and you will too if and when one their workers get injured on your property.  Not only can they cause extra damage that they aren’t covered for, you are the one who will pay to get it fixed.
2. Do not pay a deposit. You shouldn’t pay for the tree removal job until it is done. Many times this can a be “a cut and run” scan. They may do a partial job and leave you with half cut trees and a lighter wallet.
3. Before hiring be sure they are able to get the proper permits if they are needed. In the City of Atlanta permits are required for cutting down certain trees. Atlanta Tree Professionals are excellent at helping get these filed with you. Let us help you get that “paperwork” done!

Atlanta Tree Professionals is your ecofriendly tree service. This year we are running a campaign “Help Us Plant 300 Trees”.  At every tree(s) removal site we will plant one new tree! Mention the campaign when you call or sign up for a free estimate at our website    http://www.AtlantaTreeProfessionals.com We also handle free wood chips Atlanta. Check out this post to learn more about free wood chips here. We always try to save trees if possible and remove only the dead and hazardous ones.

Can Your Tree Weather the Storm-Atlanta Tree Removal

Atlanta Tree Expert and Atlanta Tree Professionals owner DJ Meisenbach speaks with 11 Alive about concerns over saving a tree that might be hazardous.

Atlanta Tree Professionals Preventative Tree Care

Atlanta Tree Professionals is Atlanta's ecofriendly tree service. We do all we can to save a tree if it is possible. Sometimes a tree just needs some maintenance to keep her going. 

Atlanta Tree Professionals offers this important preventative tree service. Call 404-644-8733 to get a free consultation today.


Tree removal service may not be necessary for all trees.

Call us early on to assess the trees on your property to try and prevent more serious situations from occurring. Is it worth the risk of letting the tree fall on its own? It may be easier to ignore those issues today, but is it worth all the money and time you will spend cleaning up the mess if you don't?

Caring for your trees properly is an important part of protecting yourself from hazardous conditions and potential property damage to your (or your neighbor’s) home. Atlanta Tree Professionals offers customized treatment services that can help you keep your trees healthy for many more years.

• Annual treatment of trees for insect and disease control.
• Identifying branch, trunk and root defects that may weaken a tree, and recommending ways to manage them.
• Removing dead or defective branches.
• Correcting problems caused by improper care practices, such as topping, that have occurred in the past.
• Pruning to make the tree safer and healthier.
• Crown reduction that reduces the risk of tree failure for large trees located near buildings.

Call us today at (404) 644-8733 for a free consultation and written estimate. We have crews working all over Atlanta, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Kennesaw, Lilburn, Norcross and beyond!

Atlanta Tree Professionals 9925 Haynes Bridge Road Suite 200-145 Alpharetta, GA 30022

Generation to Generation.

Tree Removal Specialist in Atlanta, GA (404) 644-8733

Tree Removal Specialist in Atlanta, GA.
Preventive tree service can reduce risk of tree damage and emergency tree services. Have your limbs pruned or trimmed properly. Tree limbs should be trimmed back away from the house and balanced. Proper tree trimming will increase the health and safety of your trees and property.

Have an annual assessment by in February and March of each year before the storm season. Tree assessments and estimates are free and provided by all professional licensed tree companies in Atlanta, GA. Atlanta Tree Professionals www.AtlantaTreeProfessionals.com located in Alpharetta, GA and Sandy Springs, GA will provide free written estiamtes and recommend treatment plans for any sick trees.

The cost of tree removal in Metro Atlanta can vary. It is important to get the best value from a reliable tree service company. I recommend asking a friend, coworker or family member for at least one referral. Also review web sites like Angieslist.com, Google reviews, Yellow Book, can be a good source also.

Call (404) 644-8733 Atlanta Tree Professionals. 24/7 Fast Response for Emergency Tree Service in Atlanta, GA, Alpharetta, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Decatur, GA and Metro Atlanta area.

You can see through the bottom of this tree. It is completely hollowed out from decay and years of insect damage. It is about four feet in diameter and 65 feet high weighing thousands of pounds. This one was removed because it was dangerous.

For more information visit http://atlantatreeprofessionals.com/sick-tree/

Caring for Trees in Atlanta, GA "Generation to Generation"

Our focus is on hazardous trees. Trees can become dangerous for various reasons. When they fall the result can be fatal. Wrong place and wrong time around wrong tree. I hear it unfortunatley every year.
We focus on removing the decaying, dead, and dangerous trees before something bad happens. We also consult and offer tree care programs to keep trees safe and healthy. For more information contact us at (404) 644-8733 www.AtlantaTreeProfessionals.com

Caring for trees is possible and real. We will inspect your trees and provide a free assessment. We work with home owners, businesses and parks to keep trees healthy and safe from generation to genaration. If we have to remove a tree, we will plant a new one for your family and our future as a community.

http://atlantatreeprofessionals.com/preventive-tree-care/



Sick Tree?
http://atlantatreeprofessionals.com/sick-tree/

We are the friendly guys...

We treat our customers like we expect to be treated.....at a very high level of service....Professional, Courteous, Honest, and Sincere. We put ourselves in your shoes to give you the best solution for your needs. We strive to create a greater than expected experience you can remember and recommend to your closest friends and family for many years. We respect the community we live in and share.

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.

Atlanta Tree Permits by Atlanta Tree Professionals

Obtaining a tree permit for the city of Atlanta can be a task. A professional tree company will do this for you at no charge. Ask your tree specialist about permits. Atlanta Tree Professionals is diligent about obtaining permits for its clients. Do not take any unnecessary risks. Call first (404) 644-8733 Atlanta Tree Professionals. There are fines associated with the unlawful removal of trees in certain cites. There are tree ordinances and they vary. The fines can be in the thousands of dollars for the home owner and tree company. Go to your local city web site first.

Tree Service Tips

Tree Service Tips

• Always get a written estimate.
• Always get proof of insurance. Call to verify policy is current.
• Try to meet with someone in person.
• This person should have a uniform and be knowledgeable. They should walk your property and get a feel for and understand what is best for you and your needs. They should give you a detailed plan of action. They should talk about any challenges, impacts and risks associated with your landscape and other trees. They should give you the approximate time to complete the job.
• Do not pay anyone up front. Professional tree service companies do not expect payment until the job is completely done and you are satisfied. This is the most important. Do not pay half, some, partial, until the job is completely done. You do not want to learn this the hard way. Professional tree removal and tree service companies accept both checks and all major credit cards. Ask this up front.
• Use referrals from family, friends, co-workers.
• Get at least three estimates for jobs over $500, and five for jobs over $2000.
• Beware of someone that is out to under cut and under price the competition just to get the job. This is a "service" and not an "item". They are thinking of your wallet and not the job to be performed. Ex. "We guarantee the lowest price, we won't be beat, we will beat other's price by 10%" . Make them give you their own estimate and opinion as to how the job will be done. They are there for the money and not you the customer.
• Remember this is a "Service" and go with the person/company that clearly understands your needs, budget and value based on the above steps.

www.AtlantaTreeProfessionals.com
(404) 644-8733