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Field notes from the canopy. Safety tips, project showcases, and industry news from Chattanooga’s hardest working crew.

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How Tree Removal and Trimming Are Restoring the Jones Observatory’s Night Sky

For decades, the iconic Clarence T. Jones Observatory in Chattanooga has served as a gateway to the stars for students, astronomy enthusiasts, and the local community. But for nearly 20...

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Tree removal service with crane lifting large branch in residential area, clear blue sky background

How Tree Removal and Trimming Are Restoring the Jones Observatory’s Night Sky

For decades, the iconic Clarence T. Jones Observatory in Chattanooga has served as a gateway...

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Fire Engulfs Lumberjacks Hardwood Center, Local Chattanooga Business

We want to take a moment to share an important update with our customers, partners,...

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Why Our Majestic Hemlocks Are Disappearing, and Why It Matters

Towering, graceful, and vital to our forest ecosystems, Hemlocks are among the most beloved evergreens...

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About the Owner

How a Broke Teen with a Beat-Up Truck Built Chattanooga’s Most Trusted Tree Service Crew Meet Tyler...

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Why Is Tree Work So Expensive?

We hear it all the time: “Why is tree work so expensive?” Maybe you just...

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Tree Pruning to ANSI Standards: Why, When, and How to Do It Right

Tree pruning is an essential part of tree care that enhances health, safety, and aesthetics....