The City of Atlanta has one of the largest urban tree canopies in America. The sprawling canopy of magnolias, old oaks and giant pines has earned Atlanta the nickname “The City in a Forest”. With 36 percent of the city covered with trees, removing a tree can be an expensive process even with a city permit. Atlanta is full of references to the importance of trees to local culture, such as Peachtree Road or the Dogwood Festival, which makes it easy to understand why locals say “Trees define Atlanta.”

Tree Knowledge for Homeowners

Perhaps you are enjoying a cold one in the yard and taking a good look at your trees. Branches too close to the house (or the neighbors) and need trimming? One of the trees looking dead and ready to come down? A evaluation of your trees and the risks to your home means you need to take …