Tree Safety
Tree safety starts with recognizing problems before they become emergencies. Learn how to identify hazardous trees, prepare for severe weather, and reduce risks through proper tree care and preventative maintenance.
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Jim Ostvig | September 19, 2013 | Updated: September 23, 2026 | Tree Safety
How to Prepare Your Tree Canopies for High Winds
When a big storm blows through a community, some trees are more prepared to handle high winds than others. A balanced canopy helps a tree withstand high winds but how does a tree attain that? Understanding why and how to prune your trees is crucial for their health and stability. Learn more about the importance…
Jim Ostvig | June 28, 2013 | Updated: August 27, 2026 | Tree Safety
The Cause and Aftermath of Uprooted Trees
The recent storms that hit the Chanhassen, Minnesota area left tree damage on many homes and vehicles. In assessing the damage in your area, you may have noticed that some trees were uprooted and others were not – even on the same block. But why does this damage mirror a game of roulette? There are…
Jim Ostvig | June 27, 2013 | Updated: August 27, 2026 | Tree Safety
How to Manage Property and Tree Care After Severe Weather
We’ve discussed ways to prepare your home for severe weather, which those in the St. Paul, Minnesota area experienced over the weekend. But if yours was one of the homes or vehicles that experienced property damage, you need to know what to do now. From insurance coverage to tree removal, it is important to know…
Jim Ostvig | June 26, 2013 | Updated: August 27, 2026 | Tree Safety
How to Prepare for Severe Weather
Summer announced its arrival this year with severe weather and substantial damage to trees, bushes and shrubs in southeastern Minnesota, including Stillwater. While it’s difficult to predict when weather of such severity will hit, there are steps you can take well in advance and on the day to minimize the damage to your home –…
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