NW-Ark Lawn & Tree 

-How to spot signs of disease or damage

-When to call the professional

-Basic tree maintenance advice & much more

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[ ]Are there large dead branches in the tree?

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[ ] Does the tree have cavities or rotten wood along the trunk or in major branches

 

[ ] Are there mushrooms present at the base of the tree?

 

[ ] Are there cracks or splits in the trunk or were branches are attached?

 

[ ] Have any branches fallen from the tree?

 

[ ] Have adjacent trees fallen over or died?

 

[ ] Has the trunk developed a strong lean?

 

[ ] Do many of the major branches arise from one point on the trunk?

 

[ ] Have the roots been broken off, injured, or damaged by lowering the soil level, installing pavement, repairing sidewalks, or digging trenches?

 

[ ] Has the site recently been changed by construction, raising the soil level, or installing lawns?

 

[ ] Have the leaves prematurely developed an unusual color or size?

 

[ ] Have trees in adjacent wooded areas been removed?

 

[ ] Has the tree been topped or otherwise heavily pruned?

 

[ ] Are the leaves yellow or brown

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