Broadway Tree Care Blog
Tree care advice for Citrus County
Straight answers on tree removal, storm prep and tree health from a crew that works Crystal River, Inverness and the rest of the county. We at Broadway Tree Care cover tree removal, trimming and stump grinding across the whole of Citrus County.
Trimming trees off the roof, pool cage and dock in Crystal River, FL
Most Crystal River trimming calls are about clearance. How much of a tree can come off in one visit, how to raise a canopy over the drive, mangroves over a dock, and who handles a limb on the wire to the house.
Questions to ask a tree service in Homosassa, FL
Seven questions to ask before you hire in Homosassa: the written quote, insurance, cleanup, the stump, whether the tree needs to come down, and what a crew checks at the base first.
Mushrooms at the base of a tree in Inverness, FL
Fungus at the base of a tree can mean decay in the roots or lower trunk. What UF/IFAS Extension says, what to check near the Tsala Apopka lakes, and when to call.
Tree trimming in Crystal River, FL: salt wind, shallow roots and waterfront rules
Salt burn, open wind off Kings Bay and a high water table change which cuts help a tree. Why to wait for new growth before cutting salt-burned wood, why thinning a canopy backfires, and the state rules for mangroves.
Emergency tree removal in Dunnellon, FL: who to call and which rules apply
Dunnellon is in Marion County, so the city or the county sets the permit rules. Who to call first for a fallen tree, what the City of Dunnellon and Marion County say about a dangerous tree, and what happens on a call to us.
When is the best time to trim trees in Hernando, FL?
Dead limbs can come off any time, live branches do best before spring growth, and a freeze means waiting for the last frost. UF/IFAS timing guidance with NOAA freeze dates for the Hernando area.
Tree removal in Homosassa, FL: 7 trees UF/IFAS rates weakest in hurricanes
Laurel oak, water oak, sand pine, southern red cedar, southern red oak, Chinese tallow and Bradford pear, with the survival numbers from ten hurricanes and when one should come down.
Tree services in Hernando, FL: 7 ranked by Google rating and reviews
A dated Google Maps read for Hernando, sorted by rating and then review count, with every listing that cleared the 10-review floor and how the list was built.
Brush clearing in Inverness, FL: lakefront lots, city rules and access
Inverness has its own tree ordinance, and its lakefront lots run down to Tsala Apopka and Henderson. The city and county rules, the state rule for clearing shoreline growth, and getting a crew to the back of a narrow lot.
Trees near power lines in Citrus County: who trims what
The utility looks after trees that threaten its lines; the rest of the yard is yours. The 10-foot rule, limbs in the service drop, who to call after a storm and how far from a line to plant.
Laurel oak removal in Inverness, FL: when to take one down
UF/IFAS gives laurel oak a 50 to 70 year life span and puts it on its lowest wind resistance list. How to tell whether an Inverness laurel oak needs pruning or removal, and which rules apply inside city limits.
Stump grinding in Dunnellon, FL: what to plan for
Dunnellon is in Marion County, and its river lots are soft and tight to reach. Buried lines and Sunshine 811, access, grind depth and what to do with the grindings.
Land clearing in Hernando, FL: what to check first
Hernando follows Citrus County rules, and its eastern side runs into the Tsala Apopka wetlands. The tree permit, wetland, gopher tortoise and flood zone checks to make before a lot is cleared.
Tree removal in Citrus Springs, FL: which rules apply
A Citrus Springs address often says Dunnellon, but the tree rules come from Citrus County. The permit rule, the hazard tree exception, laurel oak decay and how to plan the removal.
Palm tree trimming: which fronds to cut and which to leave
Hurricane cuts weaken palms. Which fronds can come off, why yellowing lower fronds should stay until the palm is fed, and when to trim, from UF/IFAS research.
Certified arborist or tree service? How to choose
What the ISA credential means, when Florida law asks for a certified arborist before a removal, how to check one, and when the crew matters more.
Preparing your property for a tree removal estimate
What Citrus County property owners can gather before a tree removal estimate: access, nearby structures, utilities, debris plans, and questions for the written quote.
What to ask during a tree trimming estimate
A practical guide to tree trimming estimates in Citrus County: define the branches of concern, discuss clearance, check debris removal, and get the scope in writing.
Why is my pine tree dying? Reading the bark beetle signs
Sawdust or resin on a browning pine means bark beetles. Which beetle it is, what the needle color says about timing, and when the tree has to come down.
Brush clearing vs land clearing: which one does your property need?
Brush clearing keeps the trees, land clearing takes them out. What each covers, the permit question, and Florida's rules if you burn the brush yourself.
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Where should you plant a new tree in Citrus County?
Plan a tree planting location around mature size, drainage and access. A practical Citrus County yard checklist from Broadway Tree Care.
Protecting tree roots during yard construction in Citrus County
Planning a patio, driveway or yard project? Identify tree protection areas before machinery arrives at your Citrus County property.
If a tree already has to come down, the tree removal page covers how we handle it at Broadway Tree Care across Citrus County. The service areas page lists the towns we cover.
Storm damaged a tree? What to do next
The wind drops and a limb is on the roof or a tree is leaning over the drive. The first hour is about safety, not cleanup: staying clear of downed lines, what to photograph for insurance, and when to call an emergency crew.
Tree cabling and bracing: when it saves a tree
A big shade tree with a split-prone fork does not always have to come down. A support system can hold it together for years. When cabling works, when removal is the honest call, and how it is done.
Do you need a permit to remove a tree in Citrus County?
Sometimes yes, sometimes no. It depends on the size of the tree, whether you are in the county or a city, and whether it has become a hazard. A plain guide to the four-inch rule and the Florida hazard-tree exception.
Stump grinding vs stump removal: which is right for you
They sound like the same job, but they leave your yard in very different states. What each one does, what it leaves behind, and how to pick the right one for the spot.
Signs a tree needs to be removed
A thinning crown, fungus at the base, a split fork, a new lean or lifting roots are the warnings that a tree has become a hazard. Here is how to read them, and when a tree can still be saved instead.
Common trees in Citrus County and how to care for them
Live oak, laurel oak, pine, sabal palm, magnolia and river cypress are the trees you see most around Crystal River and Inverness. A plain guide to what each one is and the care it actually needs.
How much does tree removal cost in Florida?
There is no flat rate. The size and species of the tree, the access, what sits underneath it, storm damage, stump grinding and haul-off all move the number.
Storm and hurricane prep: trimming your trees before the season
Hurricane season runs June through November on the Gulf side. Thinning and cleaning up your trees on a calm day, before the warning, lowers the odds of a limb coming through the roof.
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