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If you've been thinking about adding a tree to your yard, you might be waiting for spring. It seems like the natural time to plant. Everything is blooming, the days are warming up, and the whole world feels like it's coming back to life. But here's something many...

If you have a tree in your yard that doesn't look quite right, it can be tempting to take a wait-and-see approach. Maybe it will bounce back on its own. Maybe it's just the season. Maybe it's not as bad as it looks. For homeowners in Joelton, TN, putting off tree...

If you've lived in Middle Tennessee for more than a summer, you already know the pattern: a hot, humid afternoon builds and builds until the sky turns green-gray and the wind picks up out of nowhere. Nashville's summer storm season — typically running from late May...

Nashville summers are no joke. Temperatures often climb into the 90s, and the humidity makes it feel even hotter. People aren't the only ones feeling the strain. Your trees are too. Every year, we see summer heat tree stress across Middle Tennessee. The good news is...

Spring has arrived in Nashville — and while you're cleaning out the garage and pressure-washing the driveway, don't overlook what's growing right above your head. Every year, homeowners and business owners across Middle Tennessee spend weeks tackling their spring...

Winter storm tree damage is a real risk in and around Nashville. Middle Tennessee winters aren’t always harsh. Still, cold, wind, snow, ice, and sudden storms can stress trees and turn healthy limbs into serious hazards. At Nashville Tree Service, we know winter storm...

Winter is one of the best times to prune trees in the Middle Tennessee area, including Nashville and the surrounding communities. With trees dormant and foliage gone, you can see the structure more clearly and help ensure healthy growth when spring arrives. Whether...

As the vibrant colors of autumn begin to sweep across Nashville, it’s easy to get caught up in the beauty of the season. But while you’re enjoying crisp mornings and football weekends, your trees are quietly preparing for the colder months ahead. Taking a few...

Caring for your trees keeps your home and landscape safe, healthy, and beautiful. It might be tempting to trim or remove trees yourself. However, when you compare a professional tree service vs DIY, the pros win on safety and results. At Nashville Tree Service (NTS),...

The emerald ash borer in Tennessee is a serious and growing threat. This small, metallic-green beetle from Asia is one of the most destructive invasive pests in North America. Since it was first found in the U.S. in 2002, EAB has spread quickly, including into Middle...

Living in Joelton, TN means winding country roads, spacious yards, and plenty of trees. However, all that natural beauty comes with a responsibility to keep your landscape healthy and safe. A regular tree inspection in Joelton is the foundation of proactive tree care....

Lately, we have received many messages about cicada damage to trees. Homeowners are noticing branch tips that wither and die. This happens because female cicadas cut small slits into branches to lay their eggs, and those slits cut off the branch tip. At first the...

As the seasons shift and summer approaches, ensuring the health and vitality of your trees becomes paramount. Engaging a professional tree service, like NTS, during this transition can make all the difference in preserving the beauty and longevity of your green...

  The Crucial Role of Tree Services in the Aftermath Tennessee tornado tree damage has left many communities facing a huge recovery effort. After the recent destructive tornadoes, neighborhoods across the state are still cleaning up. Disasters like these show how...

As the vibrant hues of summer start to fade, it's time to prepare your trees for the upcoming fall season. Trees, like any other living organisms, require specific care to thrive during this transitional period. Let’s explore what your trees need to get ready for fall...

When we think about emergency services, our minds often jump to medical or fire emergencies. However, emergency tree services are a significant factor that is frequently disregarded. Trees, while providing numerous benefits, can also pose risks during unforeseen...

Want to protect trees from the emerald ash borer? Start by understanding the threat. Since its discovery in Michigan in 2002, the emerald ash borer (Agrilus planipennis), or EAB, has killed hundreds of millions of ash trees across the Midwest and East Coast. Experts...

Many people mistakenly believe that crown reduction and tree topping are the same thing. But there are significant differences. Professional arborists generally avoid topping. It removes a tree's top growth indiscriminately and can quickly weaken or kill the tree. In...

Trees on your property can be lovely and offer much-needed summer shade. However, once a tree dies, you should remove it before it harms you, your neighbors, or anyone else. Before you decide what to do with a dead tree in your yard, consider the risks that hazardous...

Topping a tree is the indiscriminate and drastic removal or cutting back of large mature limbs. The tree is left with stubbed branches. Topping is sometimes called heading, stubbing, or dehorning. Unsuspecting homeowners fall prey to fast-talking trimmers as they give...

The hackberry tree is one of the most common trees around Nashville, so it pays to know how to identify it. Nashville Tree Service (NTS) has cared for trees in Nashville and surrounding areas since 2018. What Is a Hackberry Tree? Hackberry is a native U.S. tree, also...

Looking for live edge slabs in Nashville? Nashville Tree Service mills beautiful slabs from the local trees we remove, so good wood gets a second life instead of going to waste. What Can You Build With a Live Edge Slab? Live edge slabs keep the natural edge of the...

Nashville storm cleanup was in high demand after the second round of storms hit Middle Tennessee in spring 2020. One job showed just how dangerous a falling tree can be. The lady who lives in this house was sitting on the couch, right on the other side of this wall,...

Nashville tornado cleanup became our top priority after the March 2020 tornado tore through the city. We are here to help you get life back to normal. We have never seen so many tree problems at once, on top of everything else people are dealing with. We can help with...

Spring tree maintenance deserves a spot on your annual cleaning list. If you already spring clean your home, office, or business, give your trees the same time and care! In spring, trees push out new growth and recover from winter. That makes it a great time for...