4 Indications that a Tree Is a Safety Hazard & Should Be Professionally Removed

At Sawtooth Tree Service, we aim to consistently exceed our customers’ expectations by providing accurate estimates, fair rates, attentive service, and top-quality tree work. As proud members of Boise’s small business community, we strive to earn our customers’ trust and respect. And we truly appreciate it when our customers take the time to offer feedback about the work that we did. Here’s a look at some of our recent customer reviews. “These guys are fantastic! They dropped two trees, trimmed up another, did the stump grinding and even added in a little extra cleaning touch that was just impressive. I was pleased and will be calling them again for future work.” — Anita S. “I was amazed by Dave and his crew. Very coordinated and efficient. We wanted to keep the wood from the tree so Dave had a crane operator help remove the tree. And then delivered the logs to our country property. Thank you Dave and crew.” — Andrew W. “Dave and his crew removed several trees for our HOA over the past year. They are a pleasure to work with and they deliver good value quickly and effectively.” — Tom H. “This week, Sawtooth Tree Service removed two large Honey Locust trees (each over 40' tall) from our backyard. The crew were all skilled and knew exactly what to do and had the right equipment to complete the job efficiently. They completed the job in less than three hours. All walkways, ground area, driveway, and street were cleaned up of all debris. They took care to ensure that several mats were laid on the grass to protect from heavy equipment used. I would highly recommend them, with no reservations, to anyone needing tree removal service.” — Dick B. “These guys did an amazing job! I've used them a number of times now and I am extremely happy with their work. The guys are very friendly, thorough, and left the yard very clean. Couldn't be happier!” — Luci M. “I had Sawtooth come out and remove 3 trees. One was right next to the house, another overhanging into the neighbors yard and another up through the power line. The cleanup they did was on point. And from my novice point of view their abilities to rig and drop were impressive. Other than missing trees you can hardly tell they were here.” — Bryan B. Tree Service in Boise, ID When you need an ISA-certified arborist in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to arrange a free arborist estimate in Boise!

Tree stumps can become lingering eyesores on your property after a tree is removed. While it may be tempting to leave them be, there are several good reasons to consider removing tree stumps from your yard. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our local arborists provide expert stump grinding and removal in the greater Boise, ID area. Here are five reasons to remove tree stumps from your property. Aesthetic Appeal Unsightly tree stumps can diminish the overall beauty of your property. Removing these remnants of felled trees opens up space and allows for a more visually appealing landscape. A clean, stump-free environment provides a blank canvas for landscaping projects, enabling you to design and cultivate a garden or outdoor space that aligns with your vision. Prevent Pests and Diseases Tree stumps left untreated can become breeding grounds for pests and diseases. Decaying wood attracts various insects, including termites and beetles, which can eventually find their way into your home. Also, tree stumps can harbor fungal diseases that may spread to nearby plants, jeopardizing the health of your garden. Improved Safety Tree stumps can pose significant tripping hazards, especially in high-traffic areas. By eliminating tree stumps, you create a safer environment for both family members and visitors, reducing the likelihood of accidents and injuries. Enhanced Land Use Stumps can limit the effective use of your outdoor space. They may obstruct the installation of features like pathways, driveways, or additional landscaping elements. Removing tree stumps opens up possibilities for creative land use, allowing you to maximize the potential of your property and create functional, enjoyable spaces for various activities. Ease of Maintenance Landscaping around tree stumps can be challenging and time-consuming. Mowing, weeding, and general maintenance become much simpler without the obstacles presented by stumps. Eliminating tree stumps streamlines your landscaping efforts, making it easier to maintain a well-groomed and attractive outdoor space. Stump Removal in Boise, ID When you need stump grinding and removal in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to ask for a free arborist estimate in Boise!

If you have trees with overgrown or misshapen canopies, you might be tempted to climb up there and start cutting away. However, for the sake of the tree’s health and aesthetic appeal (and your own safety), it’s always best to entrust this work to an experienced professional. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our local ISA-certified arborists provide expert tree pruning in the greater Boise area. Here’s a look at four advantages of professional tree pruning. Aesthetic Appeal The visual impact of well-maintained trees is difficult to overstate. Professional pruning shapes trees in a way that enhances their beauty and complements the landscape. Aesthetically pleasing trees contribute significantly to the overall appeal of your property. Our Boise arborists are highly skilled with pruning that accentuates trees’ natural and beautiful forms. And each of our cuts are done in a way that also is mindful of the tree’s health. Enhanced Safety for People and Property Overgrown or weakened branches pose a significant threat to both people and property. Professional tree pruning mitigates these risks by eliminating hazardous limbs that could potentially fall during storms or due to their own weight. This proactive approach not only helps to ensure the safety of your family and guests, but also prevents costly damage to structures, vehicles, and power lines. Increased Sunlight and Air Circulation Professional pruning strategically trims branches to allow for better penetration of sunlight and improved air circulation. This not only benefits the pruned tree but also positively impacts your lawn and garden below, as more sunlight will get through. Disease Prevention and Pest Control Trees, like any living organism, are susceptible to diseases and pest infestations. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our team of professional arborists are trained to identify early signs of such issues and can take corrective measures through targeted pruning. By removing infected or infested branches promptly, the spread of diseases and pests can be curtailed, helping to safeguard the overall health of the tree. Professional Tree Pruning in Boise, ID For tree care in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to request a free arborist estimate in Boise!

When trees are healthy, they improve your property’s visual appeal, while also promoting a healthier environment. But diseased big trees can create safety hazards because they’re more likely to come crashing down, especially in high winds. If you suspect that a tree on your property is diseased, you’ll want to call in an ISA-certified arborist to inspect it. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our local arborists are highly experienced with identifying diseased trees. Then, we can formulate the best course of action for addressing the issue. If necessary, we can provide expert tree removal in the greater Boise area. Here are five signs that a tree has a disease. Unusual Discoloration One of the first visual cues of a tree's declining health is an unusual change in leaf color. Healthy leaves are typically vibrant and uniform in color. If you notice yellowing, browning, or spots on the leaves, it could be a sign of a fungal, bacterial, or viral infection. Premature Leaf Drop Trees have a natural rhythm of shedding leaves, but if you observe premature leaf drop outside the usual season, it may indicate a problem. Stress from some fungal diseases can cause leaves to drop before they've had a chance to fulfill their photosynthetic purpose. Abnormal Growth or Swelling Inspect the trunk and branches for any unusual growths, swellings, or cankers. These may be signs of internal issues, including bacterial infections. Some diseases disrupt the tree's natural growth patterns, causing deformities that are often visible on the surface. Fungal Growth Fungi often opportunistically take advantage of weakened trees. The presence of mushrooms or other fungal growth on the tree or around the base is a strong indicator of internal decay. Fungi can compromise the structural integrity of the tree, making it a potential hazard. Dieback of Branches If you notice entire branches or sections of the tree losing leaves and appearing lifeless, it could be a symptom of disease. Fungal infections like anthracnose or bacterial diseases can lead to dieback. Arborist in Boise, ID When you need tree care in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Our team of nearby arborists provides expert residential and commercial tree care in greater Boise. Feel free to give us a call today to ask for a free arborist estimate in Boise, ID!

Trees can add a lot of appeal to commercial properties, as long as they’re properly maintained. If a big tree next to your business falls into poor health, it may not only create an eyesore, it could pose a serious safety hazard. Dead/dying/diseased big trees are at much greater risk of crashing down during windstorms, which puts employees and customers at risk of serious injuries. If a tree on your commercial property appears unhealthy, you’ll want to call in the arborist ASAP. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our local commercial arborists can expertly identify and remove trees that are creating safety hazards. We also offer a variety of other commercial tree services in the greater Boise area: Commercial Property Tree Removal Trees should be removed from your commercial property if they are dead or in failing health. Signs of a dead/unhealthy tree include: leaf loss, rot, heavy leaning, widespread fungal infections, and extensive insect damage. It’s also important to remove any dead limbs, even if the rest of the tree seems healthy. Such limbs are prone to breaking off in high winds and crashing down, potentially causing injuries. Commercial Property Tree Maintenance For restaurants, boutiques, and other businesses that are trying to draw in people off the streets, it’s especially important that trees look beautiful and contribute positively to curb appeal. At Sawtooth Tree Service, we provide expert pruning and trimming, and can give your trees more attractive forms. Commercial Property Emergency Arborist If a windstorm knocks over or damages any trees on your property, you can put in a request for an immediate dispatch for emergency tree removal/cleanup. In such a situation, we’ll show up ASAP to eliminate any safety hazards that are being posed by trees. And we can clean up tree debris that has been knocked down during the storm. Stump Removal/Grinding For commercial lots that need clearing, we can be of expert assistance. Our company has invested in top-of-the-line stump grinding/removal equipment. It’s also important to remove old stumps so that they don’t attract termites or pose tripping hazards. Commercial Arborist in Boise, ID When you need tree care in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at (208) 268-8199 . Feel free to give us a call today to request a free arborist estimate in Boise!

In Idaho, you can find beautiful native maple trees such as the bigtooth maple and Rocky Mountain maple. But you can also find other ornamental maple varieties that homeowners select for their gardens, such as Japanese maples. At Sawtooth Tree Service, we love maple trees and can expertly prune them. And if you have a big maple tree on your property that is dead or in failing health, then you can call us for tree removal in Boise to eliminate the safety hazard. Here are five interesting facts about maple trees. Flowering Trees For good reason, maples are primarily known for their leaves, which become beautifully bright in the fall. However, all types of maple do flower, although the blooms are so small on some species that they easily go unnoticed. Maple tree breeders have created varieties that flower in colors ranging from red to orange to white. Sustenance for Honey Bees Honey bees need pollen as a food source. When honey bees come out of hibernation in the spring, they have a serious appetite. And it is during this time that maple trees bloom and have a large amount of pollen in their flowers. In turn, the honey bees use them as an important source of sustenance. You Can Make Syrup from Any Kind of Maple Sugar maples are most commonly associated with syrup production. However, all maple tree species can be tapped during parts of the year when temperatures are shifting back and forth between freezing and thawing. Used for Whiskey In Tennessee, where many fine whiskies are made, reputable distillers follow the trusted Lincoln County Process for making their spirits. In this process, the whiskey is filtered through maple charcoal chips. This reduces harshness and makes the whisky smoother. Beetle Trouble About 25 years ago, the invasive long-horned beetle first appeared in North America. Native to East Asia, this beetle has a taste for maple trees and it has caused the deaths of many maples in the United States. Tree Service in Boise, ID When you need an ISA-certified arborist in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to ask for a free arborist estimate in Boise!

Whether you have a huge tree growing closely to your house that needs to be safely removed, or just need some light pruning, our crew at Sawtooth Tree Service will work diligently to get the job done on-time and on-budget. It’s our mission to outperform our customers’ expectations by providing top-quality tree work at reasonable rates. And we’re always thankful when our customers offer feedback about their experiences with us. Here are some of our latest customer reviews. “Great experience with Sawtooth Tree Service. Dave and his team were professional and friendly. While it pained me to remove a 70’ Scotch Pine that was part of my childhood (yes, I’m a tree hugger), Sawtooth Tree handled it with care and curiosity including cleanup. It’s like the tree was never there. Thank you Dave. Great work!” — Bernadette F. “Sawtooth Tree Service did a great job on our property. They communicated clearly when they would be there, removed and trimmed our trees with precision and provided a fair price for the service. We will continue to use them to help take care of the many trees on our property. Thank you to the team at Sawtooth Tree Service!” — Sean M. “I can't say enough positive things about Sawtooth Tree Service. The company does excellent work on both large and small issues. Sawtooth Tree Service's entire crew is professional, knowledgeable, hardworking and polite. They extracted very large trees from behind our home with amazing efficiency. They ground out small stumps in our yard and made sure the project met our expectation. I could not believe how well both projects were cleaned up after the work they performed. Sawtooth Tree Service is an outstanding Idaho company. We recommend them strongly and would not hesitate to call them with any of our future tree needs. It was an absolute pleasure working with Dave and Sawtooth Tree Service.” — Karen P. “David was very nice and knowledgeable. I was also very impressed with Zeke and Patrick that came and did the work. I appreciate the time they took to answer my questions and make sure I was happy with the work.” — Will V. “Dave and his team were great! They came out promptly to remove our tree stump and at a fraction of the price other tree services quoted us. I would highly recommend them!” — Erica P. Tree Service in Boise, ID When you need an ISA-certified arborist in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to request a free arborist estimate in Boise!

If you need a large tree in your yard to be cut down, then you may opt to have it grinded down to wood chips, which you can then use on your property. Wood chips can work well for a variety of uses, from mulch to animal bedding. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our local arborists provide expert stump grinding in the greater Boise area. And we also offer wood chip pickup and delivery. Here’s a look at five ways to use wood chips on your property. Mulch Wood chips can be very useful as mulch around fruit trees, woody perennials, and mature shrubs. The chips can add protection against extreme weather and improve moisture retention. Pathways Wood chips are a budget-friendly option for walkways between your garden beds. Many homeowners also like wood chips for garden pathways because the chips can help with keeping weeds down, while also providing a soft walking surface. When the chips eventually break down, they can be transferred to garden beds where they’ll add nutrients. Use under Playsets Wood chips can be beneficial as a soft landing surface under playsets for your children. When you kids take a tumble, the wood chips can help to prevent bruises. Also, the wood chips can help to prevent the area from getting extremely muddy. Use for Growing Culinary Mushroom Varieties For the culinary enthusiast, growing your own mushrooms can be really exciting and give you fresh ingredients for fancy dishes. Wine cap mushrooms, in particular, thrive on wood chip substrate. Livestock Bedding For livestock animals such as pigs, wood chips are a more affordable bedding option than straw. It’s just important to check over the chips to make sure they aren’t too sharp-edged and that they’re not from chemically-treated trees. Wood Chips in Boise, ID When you need stump grinding in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to ask for a free arborist estimate in Boise!

If you have a big tree that appears to be diseased, then you’ll want to bring it to the arborist’s attention. When trees are diseased, they can be much more prone to crashing down in strong wind gusts, which could inflict injuries and property damage. At Sawtooth Tree Service, our local arborists are highly experienced with identifying tree diseases. Then we can accurately determine whether the tree can be saved or if it will need to be safely cut down to eliminate the risk of it toppling over during a windstorm. If you notice signs of any of the following four tree diseases, call up our Boise tree service. Anthracnose Anthracnose is a fungal disease that causes dark spots on leaves. The leave may then fall off. While anthracnose doesn’t normally kill the tree outright, it can cause the tree’s health to worsen to the point that it becomes more susceptible to premature death. Trees that are particularly prone to anthracnose infections include maples, sycamores, and ashes. Comandra Blister Rust This fungal disease infects the inner bark of pine trees, with lodgepole pines being especially affected by it. If you see orange bands around your pine tree’s bark, then it could be suffering from comandra blister rust. With this disease, the tree could start to grow into a deformed shape. Powdery Mildew A sign that your tree has powdery mildew is that its leaves have white blotches that appear powdery or fuzzy. This fungal infection can affect a broad assortment of tree species. Although it doesn’t generally kill the tree, it can significantly degrade its health, with leaves potentially falling off. Pouch Fungus This fungal disease is spread by bark beetles and often infects ponderosa pines. If your tree has small fruiting fungal bodies that are tan to cream colored, then pouch fungus may be present. Signs of pouch fungus are commonly seen on dead trees. So if your tree does have pouch fungus, there’s a good chance that it needs to be cut down because it has become more susceptible to crashing down. Arborist in Boise, ID When you need tree care in Boise and the surrounding area, contact Sawtooth Tree Service at  (208) 268-8199  . Feel free to give us a call today to ask for a free arborist estimate in Boise!