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Information, news, and tree care tips from arborists at professional tree care company, Stein Tree Service.

Do You Need to Worry About Tree Cavities?

Written by Stein Tree on June 3, 2022. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care, Tree Care Video.

Trees commonly have knots, splits, hollows, and even cavities in their trunks or branches. These features are part of the visual interest trees provide and are produced during growth that follows some sort of injury to the tree. Battle scars, you might say, often result from the tree growing around or over a wound to […]

Prepare Trees for Summer Thunderstorms and Adverse Weather

Written by Stein Tree on May 10, 2022. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care Video, Trimming Shrubs and Trees.

May brings plenty of summer thunderstorms and adverse weather to Delaware and Pennsylvania. Those thunderstorms, in turn, bring plenty of risks to properties that have trees, especially fully-grown ones or nearby structures or vehicles. As a result, homeowners need to practice proper tree trimming and pruning in their landscapes to reduce the risks of damage […]

Certified Arborist in Wilmington – What is Tree Topping and Why is Tree Topping a Poor Practice?

Written by Stein Tree on March 4, 2022. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care, Tree Care Video.

Ask any arborist or tree care specialist in Wilmington or anywhere else, and they will tell you that tree topping is a bad practice. Tree topping, a pruning method that cuts off the top branches, is sometimes practiced by tree maintenance services or homeowners. Still, experienced arborists know tree topping is one of the worst […]

Tree Trimming and Pruning or Tree Removal Can Be Hazardous

Written by Stein Tree on December 17, 2021. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care Video, Trimming Shrubs and Trees.

Many homeowners have experience with shrub or tree trimming and pruning. Some even have experience with a chainsaw. However, tree care can be dangerous, even for professionals, which is why we recommend hiring well-trained, licensed, and insured professionals to perform hazardous tree care tasks. According to the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), which relies on […]

Will Insurance Pay for Hazardous Tree Removal in Wilmington, DE?

Written by Stein Tree on June 3, 2021. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care Video, Tree Removal.

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Inspecting for Emerald Ash Borer: Learn the EAB Life Cycles

Written by Stein Tree on April 28, 2021. Posted in Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), Pests & Diseases, Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care Video.

Spring is here again, and Stein reminds residents that inspecting for emerald ash borer (EAB) is essential for Pennsylvania and Delaware residents, especially if you have ash or fringe trees in your yard. A professional knows just what to look for, but homeowners should proactively inspect their trees for signs of illness or infestation throughout […]

Is It Unsafe To Have Large Trees Near My House?

Written by Stein Tree on September 22, 2020. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care, Tree Care Video.

When looking for a new home with mature trees in the yard, many homeowners ask themselves, “Is it unsafe to have large trees near my house?” This question is understandable, as people want the benefits of large trees without worrying if their house will be safe. The answer varies from house to house and depends […]

Why Does It Matter If Your Arborist Is ISA Certified?

Written by Stein Tree on July 30, 2020. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care, Tree Care Video.

When you are looking for an arborist to take care of your trees, be sure that your arborist is ISA certified. The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) is the leading certification body of arborists in the world. Getting certified is an important step in becoming a reliable, professional arborist and also communicates to everyone that […]

Tree Pruning is Essential to Good Tree Maintenance and Safety

Written by Stein Tree on June 9, 2020. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care, Tree Care Video, Trimming Shrubs and Trees.

Tree pruning is an important maintenance task for homeowners, for safety as well as aesthetics. Spring 2020 has brought some strong storms in Pennsylvania and Delaware, causing many trees to fall, and some have fallen on homes, cars or other structures. We have received many requests for removal of trees that have fallen during these […]

How to Ensure Tree Root Health

Written by Stein Tree on March 20, 2020. Posted in Stein Tree Service Blog, Tree Care, Tree Care Video.

The roots of a tree serve many vital functions. Roots are responsible for anchoring the tree in place, absorbing and distributing water and nutrients, and even acting as a storehouse for essential food reserves during winter. The importance of tree root systems is what makes good tree root health critical to ensuring the overall health […]

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