Girdling Roots: The Strangler That Can Kill Your Trees

Girdled tree roots covered in green moss

Are girdling roots putting your trees or home at risk? Learn what girdling roots are, how they form, why they’re dangerous, and how to prevent or correct them to save your trees.

When to Prune Trees & Shrubs

Spring flowering tree in need of pruning after it stops blooming.

The right time to prune trees and shrubs varies depending on the species, age, and condition of the plant. Learn what to prune each season – and what not to prune.

Saturated Ground Poses Increased Risks of Uprooted Trees

Saturated soil with standing water resting on top of it.

Saturated soil poses risks to homeowners; trees are more prone to uprooting when soil has too much water. Learn more about the importance of proper drainage.

Can Pruning Kill a Tree?

Canopy of a dead tree on a winter day in hopkinton, ma.

Uncover the truth about tree pruning and its impact on tree health. Can pruning kill a tree? Learn how to identify and avoid pruning damage and minimize pruning risks.

Crown Raising: Why Removing Lower Tree Branches Benefits MetroWest Homes

American climbers crew working on crown-raising of a residential tree in metrowest.

Discover the benefits of crown raising. Learn how removing lower branches from trees can transform your landscape and enhance the beauty of your outdoor space.

Tree Cracks: Reasons They Happen in Massachusetts

A large crack splits the trunk of a tree down the middle due to the weight of two large limbs growing in a “y” shape.

Discover the hidden truth behind the mysterious cracks in Massachusetts trees. Uncover the reasons and protect your beloved trees now!

Dangers of Dead Tree Removals in Massachusetts

A cross-section of the trunk demonstrates dead tree dangers by showing the interior is full of black, rotting wood.

Discover the hidden risks lurking in Metro West, Massachusetts! Unearth the dangers of removing dead trees and protect your safety now.

How Tree Removal Cranes Maximize Safety in Tree Work

The blue american climbers tree removal crane sits parked in the front yard of a gray suburban two-story home with its boom extended and four outriggers set laterally to support the weight of the removal.

Technology transforms tree removal into a safe and efficient process. Discover how tree removal cranes make hazardous tree removals secure in Massachusetts.

Stump Grinding Versus Stump Removal – Which Is Better?

A large yellow american climbers stump grinder works to turn a stump into sawdust and woodchips. This customer chose stump grinding versus stump removal.

The battle of the stumps! Discover the pros and cons of stump grinding and stump removal. Find out which one reigns supreme in Massachusetts.

Trees Growing Next to Your House: Should You Remove Them?

A large, fallen tree lays on the roof of a gray house with a brown wooden staircase up to the deck on a cloudy day.

Is the tree growing beside your house a potential danger? Learn how to tell if a tree is too close to your home, the risks it poses, and when to remove a nearby tree.