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Great job they removed a big tree stump on our property with no problem and at a better price than the others guys wanted to charge us. Driscoll Tree Service team was on time and had the right equipment and got right to work.

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We called to have two large pine trees removed since they were in the way of where we needed to put our fence. We are slackers and always wait until the last minute to do anything so of course, we tried to find someone that could take these out quickly as we needed it done ASAP. These guys came out the same day I called and were able to get them out the next day. I was so impressed by how nice and professional they are, it’s nearly impossible to get anyone to come out and/or follow up with anything so it was extremely refreshing that they did both without me having to call and ask what the hold up was. I will forever use this company for future needs. Thank you again!!

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Hey there, Metro Atlanta neighbors! Whether you’re battling Bradford pears that shed like a husky in July or nurturing a century-old oak that’s seen more history than Peachtree Street, the tree care specialists at Driscoll Tree Service have some tips to share!
In this brief article brought to you by your local tree company, Driscoll Tree Service, we spill the sweet tea on some things to know about caring for your trees.
If you’ve still got questions or concerns after reading this page, then feel free to contact Driscoll Tree Service to consult with a member of our team. We’re happy to schedule a tree service or face-to-face meeting for as soon as possible.
1.    Your Tree Is Probably Not Dead
Worried about that leafless tree in February? Relax. Deciduous trees in Georgia (like maples and oaks) often look deceased in winter but are just snoozing. Scratch a tiny branch. If it’s green underneath, it’s alive. If not, THEN panic.
2.    Mulch Volcanoes are Tree Killers
Are you piling mulch against the trunk like a DIY moat? Big nope. “Mulch volcanoes” trap moisture, rot bark, and invite pests. Keep mulch 3–4 inches away from the base of the tree, and spread it like a donut – not a volcano. Your tree’s roots need to breathe.
3.    Water Like You Mean It
Newly planted trees aren’t camels that can go a week without water. Water deeply (think 10–15 gallons weekly) for the first 2 years. A quick sprinkle just wets the soil’s surface. This will cause roots to grow shallow, and your tree will become a tumbleweed in a windstorm.
4.    Prune with Purpose
Pruning isn’t a haircut. Remove dead/diseased branches, thin crowded canopies for airflow, and eliminate crossing limbs that rub.
5.    Spot Tree Emergencies Before It’s Too Late
Trees don’t talk, but they’ve got tells. Mushrooms at the base? That’s the tree version of a fever. Sudden lean? Could mean roots are waving a white flag. Cracks in the trunk? Think of it as a structural scream for help. And those “harmless” vines like English ivy? They’re basically squatters—rip ’em down before they strangle your tree.
6.    Planting: Location, Location, Location
That cute sapling at Pike Nurseries? Check its future height. Planting a live oak three feet from your house is like adopting a baby elephant – cute now, catastrophic later. Also, go native: Southern red cedar, serviceberry, or black gum. They’re already fluent in Atlanta’s climate.
7.    Tackle Those Uninvited Guests
Aphids throwing a pool party on your magnolia? Blast ’em off with a hose. Bagworms looking like tiny piñatas? Pluck ’em into soapy water. Scale insects leaving sticky residue? Hit ’em with horticultural oil in winter. Get rid of unwanted guests without delay.
8.    Construction Chaos: Protect Your Roots
Building a deck or pool? Your tree’s roots are probably sweating bullets. Fence off the root zone and avoid parking tractors or piling bricks under the branches. Post-construction, give your tree a spa day by aerating the soil and watering deeply.
9.    Saying Goodbye to a Tree
A tree removal isn’t a decision to make over sweet tea and a hunch. Call a certified arborist, not your cousin with a chainsaw. They’ll diagnose if it’s salvageable or if it needs to go.

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