@ Strong wind bending trees in a Sonoma County yard during a red flag warning

Red Flag Warning Checklist: How to Prepare Your Trees Before Sonoma County Wind Events

When a red flag warning gets issued for Sonoma County, most people think first about packing a go-bag or checking their evacuation zone. Few think about their trees. But trees are often the first thing to fail once strong wind meets dry conditions, and a falling limb or downed tree can cause damage, power outages, […]

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Dry brush and overgrown trees near a Sonoma County home showing fire hazard risk before wildfire season

7 Fire Hazards Hiding in Your Sonoma County Yard Before Wildfire Season

If you have lived in Sonoma County for more than a few years, you already know how fast wildfire season can turn a normal week into an anxious one. The wind picks up, the air gets dry, and suddenly everyone is looking at their yard a little differently. Homeowners often ask the same question this […]

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Crane lifting a large tree section away from a home during removal

Large Tree Removal Near Homes: How Crane-Assisted Removal Prevents Property Damage

Crane-assisted tree removal prevents property damage by lifting cut tree sections straight up and away from your home instead of dropping or lowering them by rope, which is how traditional removals put roofs, fences, and landscaping at risk. Instead of a climber cutting and dropping heavy limbs piece by piece, a crane holds and controls […]

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Oak tree showing signs of Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County

Sudden Oak Death in Sonoma County: Signs, Risks and What to Do

Key Takeaways Sudden Oak Death (SOD) has devastated oak populations across California’s North Coast, including Sonoma County, California. This aggressive fungal disease, caused by the pathogen Phytophthora ramorum, kills mature oak trees with alarming speed once symptoms become visible. Homeowners and property managers throughout Sonoma County need to recognize SOD symptoms early, understand the risks […]

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