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Mangrove trimming rules in Tampa Bay: what you can cut

Mangrove trimming rules differ across Tampa Bay. See who regulates your shoreline, the height limits, and when a permit may apply.

Live oak with a vertical bark scar down its trunk in a Tampa Bay yard

Tree struck by lightning: signs and what to do next

Learn how to spot a tree struck by lightning, why palms differ from live oaks, and when Tampa Bay damage needs an arborist.

Oak branches crossing a residential fence line in a Tampa Bay yard

Overhanging tree branches in Florida: who cuts, who pays

For overhanging tree branches in Florida, neighbors may trim to their property line at their own expense while the tree remains healthy.

An exposed tree root crossing an open trench in a Tampa Bay yard

Tree roots in sewer line: the Tampa Bay pipe you own

Tree roots in sewer line start with a pipe defect. Learn who owns Tampa Bay laterals and where local rebates may help with repairs.

A stump grinder working through a tree stump in a Tampa Bay backyard

Stump grinding cost in Tampa Bay: prices and the 811 rule

What stump grinding cost looks like in Tampa Bay: published national ranges, why two guides disagree, and the Florida notice rule nobody mentions.

A tree crew trimming a mature live oak over a residential Tampa Bay yard

Tree trimming cost in Tampa Bay: 2026 price guide

What tree trimming cost looks like in Tampa Bay in 2026, from published price ranges to palm quotes, city pruning permits, and how to compare bids.

A mature live oak with a wide canopy in a residential Tampa neighborhood front yard

Do you need a permit to remove a tree in Tampa Bay?

Tree removal rules vary across Tampa, Hillsborough, and Pinellas county. Here is how to find out whether your tree is protected before you cut it down.

A sabal palm with lower fronds turning bronze and dying while upper fronds remain green

Lethal bronzing: protecting your Tampa Bay palms

Lethal bronzing has killed thousands of Florida palms since it arrived. Learn the early warning signs in sabal, queen, and date palms around Tampa Bay.

Sabal and queen palms lining a residential Tampa Bay street

Caring for sabal and queen palms in Tampa Bay yards

Sabal and queen palms are Tampa Bay staples, but they need different care. Here's how to keep both healthy through heat, storms, and Florida's sandy soil.

A large oak tree with a visible lean over a Tampa Bay house roofline

Warning signs your tree has become a hazard in Tampa Bay

Learn the warning signs that a tree is becoming dangerous, from root damage to canopy dieback, before Tampa Bay's storm season puts it to the test.

Wilting reddish brown leaves on a redbay tree branch showing signs of laurel wilt disease

Laurel wilt in Tampa Bay: what it kills, and what doesn't

Laurel wilt disease is real and spreading in Florida, but it does not attack laurel oaks. Here is what it actually kills, and why your oak is failing.

A sabal palm tree with a full green canopy in a Tampa Bay front yard

How often to trim palms in Florida (and why less is more)

Palm trees in Tampa Bay need less trimming than most homeowners think. Here's the real schedule, and why over-pruning does lasting damage to the tree.

A large tree limb down in a Tampa Bay yard after a tropical storm

Hurricane tree prep checklist for Tampa Bay homeowners

Storm season runs June through November in Tampa Bay. This checklist covers exactly what to check on your trees now, before a named storm is on the map.

A stump grinder shaving down a tree stump in a Tampa Bay backyard

Stump grinding vs. stump removal: which one do you need

Stump grinding and stump removal solve different problems. Here's how Tampa Bay homeowners can tell which one fits their yard, their soil, and their budget.

An arborist examining the trunk and root flare of a large oak tree for signs of decay

When to remove a tree vs. when you can save it

A leaning tree isn't always a lost cause. Here is exactly how arborists across Tampa Bay decide whether a tree can be saved or truly needs to come down.

A wide canopy live oak draped in Spanish moss on a residential street in Tampa

Grand oaks in Tampa Bay: what the protection rules mean

Tampa Bay's grand oaks are protected by local ordinances. Here's what that means for pruning, removal, and building near a specimen tree on your property.

A large oak tree in a Tampa Bay backyard being assessed by a tree crew before removal

Tree removal cost in Tampa Bay: what drives the price

Tree removal in Tampa Bay usually runs $200 to $3,000 depending on size, species, and access. Here is what actually drives the price before you get quotes.

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