Why Some St. Louis Trees Suddenly Drop Large Limbs Even When They Look Healthy
Tree Safety

Why Some St. Louis Trees Suddenly Drop Large Limbs Even When They Look Healthy

A tree can have green leaves and a full canopy while still containing hidden structural weaknesses. Internal decay, weak branch unions, cracks, root damage, old storm injuries, or excessive limb weight may cause a major branch to fail. Foliage shows that part of the tree is still moving water and producing energy. It does not […]

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Why Aging Silver Maples Are a Growing Risk for Older Breckenridge Hills Homes
Tree Risk Assessment, Tree Safety

Why Aging Silver Maples Are a Growing Risk for Older Breckenridge Hills Homes

Key Takeaways Aging silver maples can become a serious liability around older Breckenridge Hills homes because their fast-growing wood is relatively soft and brittle. Weak branch unions, codominant stems, old pruning wounds, internal decay, and storm damage can increase the likelihood of limb or trunk failure. Silver maple roots are often shallow and spreading, which […]

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How to Spot Storm-Weakened Trees Before They Fail in St. Louis
Seasonal Tree Care, Storm Prep, Tree Safety

How to Spot Storm-Weakened Trees Before They Fail in St. Louis

Most trees that fall in St. Louis storms don’t fail because of the storm. They fail because they were already weak. To spot a storm-weakened tree before it fails, look for six warning signs: a new or worsening lean, cracks in the trunk, dead branches in the upper canopy, fungal growth at the base, hanging […]

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