Archives for January 2026
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Winter is the perfect time to prune your maple trees. Once the leaves have fallen, you can clearly see the tree's structure, making it easy to spot exactly where shaping and thinning are needed. Pruning during these colder months, when sap levels are low, helps wounds heal faster and sets your trees up for strong, healthy growth in the spring. It also improves safety by reducing the risk of storm damage from weak or overgrown limbs. Want to ensure your ![]()
Storms can leave your yard in chaos, especially if a large oak is damaged. Broken branches, leaning trunks, or hidden splits can quickly turn into safety hazards. After a storm, it’s natural to wonder how bad the damage is, if your tree is stable, and whether waiting could make things worse. In Waterloo, winter is often the safest time for oak tree removal. With firm ground, dormant trees, and low pest activity, winter conditions help prevent small cracks from turning ![]()
Winter in Cambridge brings heavy snow that can weigh down the branches of your spruce and pine trees, causing them to bend, crack, and snap. To prevent this snow-load breakage and protect your yard, conifer pruning is essential. The best time to prepare your trees is before the first major snowfall, by shaping the canopy and removing weak spots. This ensures each branch is strong enough to bear winter’s weight, helping your spruce and pine stand tall all season long. | Categories Emerald Ash Borer Archives |


