There comes a time when you need to remove a tree from your yard. This could be because of old age, damage from the storm, diseases that have made it weak or has been taken over by bugs that have diseased the tree. Whatever the reason is removing the tree safely can be a lot of work, but it also has to be done the correct way. Is Your Tree Sick? How can you tell if your tree is sick? It is important that you take care of the trees to keep them healthy and beautiful. Just like many living things if they get sick, you want to treat them appropriately to get rid of the disease. Trees may be harde ..read more

The basic elements of a tree include its trunks, leaves, branches, and roots. Similar to human body parts, the elements of the tree work together to keep the tree alive. Carbon dioxide, water and sunlight, which is used to make the food it needs, are a few of the fundamentals required for trees. The tree can thrive in a good environmental with these needs along with good soil. In order to help trees maintain thier health and stability, we at Milam’s Tree Service would like to offer tips for how to care for the roots today. Importance of a Healthy Tree Root System To keep the tree anchored to t ..read more

You may find that you are left with an unsightly stump that has no real benefit or value in your landscaping after cutting down a tree. Not only are these stumps an eyesore, but they can prove to be a safety hazard among other disadvantages. To remove the stump safely and effectively, Milam’s Tree Service is your leading stump removing expert. We can perform a removal or a grinding service to help you get rid of the stump in your landscaping. With this in mind, we at Milam’s Tree Service would like to discuss the benefits and other basics of stump removal. Stump Grinding VS Removal We would li ..read more

One of Georgia’s local tree species is the Liquidambar Styraciflua, or better known as the Sweet gum tree. The sweet gum tree is a local favorite. During the fall their leaves turn amazing colors such as a scarlet red, yellow, orange and purples. Not only do locals love these trees but so does the surrounding wildlife. You will often find birds, chipmunks and squirrels living high in the wweet gum tree’s branches. Milam’s Tree Service would like to share how to grow and care for these amazing trees. Sweet Gum Tree Identification & Problems that Make These Trees Hazardous A sweet gum tree ..read more

Most people want to take good care of their home and their property. You have to make sure your home is clean and in good shape. You also need to make repairs when needed and to make sure that it looks its best. The other aspect of the home is the yard and the property. You want to be sure that you care for your landscape and make certain that the plants, shrubs and trees look their best. When it comes to the yard, the trees are a main focus. They are a big part of the look of the landscape and add height as well as texture to your property. The better the lawn and property is taken care of th ..read more

Often weakened trees or severe storms can cause trees to uproot and fall over without warning. When a tree comes down on top of a home it can be very scary at first and leave behind major damages to the home. As no one is prepared for such disasters, Milam’s Tree Service would like to share how to react to this scenario and to better prepare for the unexpected. Safety First When a Tree Falls on Your Property When a tree comes falling down on a home, it can break through the roof and even slice a home in two. When this first occurs, it can be very scary and lead to panic. First, you will want t ..read more

Is there anything more beautiful than trees in your yard? These magnificent additions to any yard are only going to provide the beauty you’re looking for if you take care of them properly. Part of tree maintenance is proper pruning and trimming. If you don’t have any experience trimming your trees, it can difficult to know where to start. Milam’s Tree Service is here to share some tree trimming tips to hopefully help you keep your trees healthy and beautiful. Importance of Trimming Trees It is vital to the health and strength of your trees that they are trimmed. Not only can the tree suffer f ..read more

There is nothing that will add to your landscaping quite like mulching will. Finding the right mulch and using it properly will have many benefits for your soil, plants and curb appeal. There is definitely a right and wrong way to use mulch though. Milam’s Tree Service is here to share some tips on how to use mulch properly as well as the many benefits that you will see when you decide to use mulch. Tree Mulching Benefits Following are some of the benefits that mulch brings to your landscaping. Some of these benefits are more obvious than others. – Curb Appeal: There is something to be said f ..read more

Trees can cause major damage if they fall on the roof or on the home. If a tree is big enough they are capable of cutting a home in two. In many cases a tree will warn the homeowners when it is going to fall. Other times a tree can fall without warning. Trees will often give small or sometimes big hints that the tree is going to fall soon. Milam’s Tree Service will share some of the signs when the tree is going to fall and when to seek emergency tree removal services. Is a Leaning Tree Dangerous? When a tree is beginning to fall it will first start to lean. The leaning can happen abruptly, whi ..read more

When you are taking care of your house and property there are some areas that you need to rely on an expert. When it comes to your landscaping and your trees it is best to ensure that you ask for the advice of a tree care professional. The trees that are on your property are important not only for the beauty of the property but also for the world around you as well. Trees are not something you want to replace because the older they are and the longer they have lived the better they are. They are meant to be long lasting as long as they are taken care of and pruned and trimmed on a regular basi ..read more