Tree Trimming in Helotes TX

Tree Trimming in Helotes

Helotes has some of the best trees in the San Antonio area. The live oaks out here are old and wide and they are a big part of what makes the Hill Country feel like the Hill Country. But those same trees need attention from time to time.

When a Live Oak Needs to Be Trimmed

The most common reason to trim a live oak in Helotes is clearance. If branches are hanging over your roof, your fence, or your driveway, that is worth addressing before a storm does it for you.

Dead wood is another reason. Dead branches in a live oak come down unpredictably and they can attract beetles and other pests that can spread to the rest of the tree.

When to Leave It Alone

Not every live oak needs to be trimmed every year. A healthy tree that is growing in a good direction and not threatening anything does not need to be touched. Over-trimming stresses trees and can make them more vulnerable to disease.

Oak Wilt Is a Real Concern in This Area

If you are trimming live oaks in Helotes, timing matters. Oak wilt is a serious fungal disease that spreads through fresh cuts on live oaks, and it is present in this part of Texas. The safest time to trim is during the summer months when the beetles that spread the fungus are less active. If you have to trim outside of that window, the cuts should be painted with a wound sealant immediately.

Give us a call at 817-484-8835 or visit recoverlandscape.com. We serve Helotes, Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch, Leon Valley, and the greater San Antonio area.