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Termite Damage to Trees | Baton Rouge Tree Care

11/13/2019

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These trees can appear healthy from the outside, yet are an accident waiting to happen. Have a certified arborist inspect your trees every year.
Picture of termite infested tree core
This is a core I took out of sweet gum that we had just removed. From the outside the tree looked fine other than around the base it was developing some odd cavities. I knew the tree had termites from the trails left moving up the bark.
Look how many are on this piece. This piece is only 3"x 3" big.
Picture of cross section of tree trunk with severe termite damage
This is the damage they cause. From the inside, outward. Devastating to the tree! 
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Peak Hurricane Season and Tree Service

9/3/2018

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​September is the most active month of hurricane season. Most of you have been through it before and are prepared in the event another storm hits here. Below is a refresher for how to prepare for a hurricane.
Picture of fallen trees after a hurricane in Baton Rouge Louisiana
Here is a basic hurricane prep kit:
  • one gallon of water per day per person
  • flashlight, batteries
  • three day supply of non-perishable food
  • pet food
  • baby supplies
  • prescription medicine
  • local map
  • first aid kit
  • dust mask
  • can opener
  • moist towelettes
  • whistle
  • battery powered radio
  • wrench/pliers

Prep kit extras:
  • tarps
  • duct tape
  • backup generators
  • extra gas cans
  • playing cards
  • full gas for vehicle
  • propane or charcoal grill
  • solar charge kit for phone

Inspect your trees today. If they appear unhealthy, contact an arborist. If they have dead branches, have them removed. Tree companies can get booked up once there are hurricane storm path models projecting your area being possible. Contact a tree service company sooner than later for better scheduling.
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In the event of a hurricane, bring in outdoor furniture and potted plants. Board up windows and doors you deem necessary.
Charge all phones and tablets fully before a hurricane strikes. Charge extra battery kits also. Fill a bathtub with water to use for cleaning in case the water stops working. If there is an evacuation order, get out early. Traffic will cause gridlock quickly. We hope to avoid any hurricanes this seasons and hope you are safe in the event we do encounter one.
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Get Tree Service Before the Hurricanes Start - New Orleans and Baton Rouge Tree Service

6/1/2018

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Picture of fallen tree removal after hurrican in New Orleans
Not a happy car owner.
Hurricane season is upon us yet again. After closely watching subtropical storm Alberto make landfall, it is certainly here. Hurricane preparedness saves lives. We are repeatedly informed to make sure our family has enough food, water, hygiene supplies, batteries, and gas to last in case disaster strikes. We are asking you to take a look at one more thing that could become deadly, your large trees.
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If you have a large tree on your property, have one of our arborists take a look at it for free. Healthy trees often have dead wood hanging from limbs that can cause damage in a storm. A large tree could have a lot of branches that generate wind resistance. A few select cuts will reduce the chance of the tree falling during strong winds. It can also look better and allow light to pass through to the plants below, making them healthier and better looking.
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The most dangerous situation is if you have a dead or dying tree. A large dead tree during a hurricane can kill. It is safer to have dead trees removed immediately. These are the first trees to fall during a storm and tend to be the ones on the news shows firmly through the roof of someone’s home. Even if you are insured and no one gets hurt, it will take months to get everything repaired and replaced. 
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Be on the safe side. If you live in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, or anywhere in Louisiana between, get one of our arborists to inspect your tree’s health today for free. Contact us today to get it scheduled.
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