With the cooler months on the way, are your trees up to it? You have probably put off tending to a few dead branches and wonder what a fall storm will make of that large limb overhanging the roof.
We can put your mind at ease. A&M Tree Care is a family business in Cabot and the surrounding area of Greater Little Rock. Christopher Kraus started the company in 2016 and since then we have been of service to homeowners in North Little Rock, Sherwood, Beebe, Jacksonville, Searcy and further afield, making sure their properties are safe and their trees in good health. For any fall tree matters, pick up the phone and give us a ring at (501) 599-4866.
Autumn is an ideal time to turn your attention to your trees. The heat has broken and with the growing season coming to a close your trees are preparing to lie low; it is a sensible time to get a few things done that will see you through the winter.
The Case for Fall Tree Work
Arkansas trees endure a lot in the height of summer. When fall comes they put energy into their roots and get set for dormancy. Your role in their care is different then.
You will put less of a strain on a tree with work done now as opposed to when it is in full summer growth. Any cuts will be callused over by spring. Even once the leaves are gone the roots will continue to put down in the cool earth. Addressing issues at this point spares you from unpleasant surprises come a winter gale.
Some Tasks to Put on the List
As the season changes we would suggest the following for our clients in Greater Little Rock:
- Make an inspection of limbs, particularly those that are cracked or hanging and might not stand up to a storm
- Get your pruning and trimming in while the trees are going dormant
- Rake up the leaves so they do not smother the grass or hold moisture to the trunk
- Put some mulch at the base of younger stock to shield the roots from the cold
- A good deep watering before the hard freeze is in order if it has been a dry season
- Check trunks and foliage for any pest or disease activity
- See to any stumps from the summer before they are more trouble than they are worth
Branches That Could Be a Problem
Central Arkansas gets its share of wind and ice in the colder months and an overgrown branch will be the first to go, seldom in a place you want it. One on the roof or near a power line is something to put right.
Not certain if a limb is risky? We are happy to have a look. Should a storm put something down after hours we are here for tree emergencies 24/7.
Plant Health Care Is Not to Be Overlooked
There is a tendency to focus on the trimming but the overall condition of the tree is of equal import. Plant health care is about what you may not spot from ground level, be it soil or root trouble or incipient decline. Before they become dormant, let a professional have a good look at them in the fall.
We are straightforward in our eco-friendly methods. We do not put pressure on you for services of no benefit to your trees. If all that is called for is a light trim we will say so; if more is required we will tell you why in plain terms.
Estimates and Discounts
We will not charge a trip or diagnostic fee for an estimate, so there is no cost in having us check on your trees this fall. As a way of saying thanks for the service rendered we extend a 10% discount to first responders and military personnel on an ongoing basis.
Monday to Saturday from 7:00am until 6:00pm is when you will find us during normal course, though as mentioned we are on call for emergencies at any hour.
Make Ready This Fall
One does not have long for fall in Arkansas, so the earlier you put your trees in order the better off you will be when winter sets in. From stump grinding and removals to an honest word on a dubious limb, A&M Tree Care is at the disposal of homeowners in Cabot, North Little Rock, Sherwood and throughout Greater Little Rock. To arrange a free estimate, (501) 599-4866 is the number to call.
