Tree care knowledge for Puerto Rico homeowners.
100 articles answering the questions our customers ask most. Honest, practical, and PR-specific.
Hurricane & Storm
What to do before hurricane season to protect your home from tree damage.
The physics of how hurricane wind damages trees - and which species survive best in PR.
Step-by-step what to do (and what NOT to do) in the first 72 hours after a hurricane.
When pre-hurricane trimming makes sense, and when it does more harm than good.
Which trees survive Puerto Rico hurricanes and should you plant them in your yard?
How to know if a tree is a true emergency or if it can wait until morning.
When a damaged tree can be saved and when removal is the only safe option.
Does pre-storm palm trimming really help? Honest answer with the science.
What we learned about Puerto Rico trees from Hurricane Maria.
When cable/brace systems are appropriate to save valuable trees from hurricane damage.
Trees that survived the storm but aren't safe - how to spot the warning signs.
What happens when you call a 24/7 emergency tree service in Puerto Rico.
Cost Guides
Real pricing ranges for tree removal in Puerto Rico - by size, species, and complexity. Get an honest estimate.
What palm tree removal really costs in Puerto Rico. Royal palm, coconut palm, date palm pricing breakdowns.
Tree trimming pricing in Puerto Rico - cost factors, timing, and how to get the most for your money.
Compare grinding vs full removal costs and decide which is right for your project.
If quotes are wildly different, here's what to look for - and the red flags to avoid.
What 24/7 emergency tree removal actually costs - and what's covered by insurance.
Size is the biggest cost driver. Here's the breakdown by tree size and species.
Pricing structure for HOA, hotel, and commercial tree maintenance contracts.
What information to share with your tree service for a quote you can trust.
Acre pricing for lot clearing - residential, commercial, and pre-construction projects.
Why the cheapest tree quote can cost the most. Red flags every homeowner should know.
Permits & Legal
DRNA rules, protected species, and when you need a tree removal permit in PR.
Which trees are protected by Puerto Rico DRNA and what it means for removal.
Historic-district tree removal rules in Puerto Rico - permits, processes, and timelines.
How HOA tree removal approvals work in PR communities and what to do if your association is slow.
When a neighbor's tree threatens your property - the legal rights and practical steps.
Endangered and protected tree species enforced by Puerto Rico DRNA.
Who pays when a tree on the property line falls and damages something? Puerto Rico rules.
Tree Species
The biology that lets palms bend and survive while hardwood trees snap.
Care, pruning, and storm prep for Puerto Rico's iconic flamboyán trees.
Royal palm care done right - and the costly mistakes to avoid.
Complete coconut palm care guide for Puerto Rico homeowners.
Get more mangoes and a healthier tree with proper pruning timing.
Care, pruning, and harvest tips for breadfruit trees in Puerto Rico.
Almond tree care, pruning, and storm prep in Puerto Rico.
Caimito care, fruiting, and pruning guide for Puerto Rico yards.
Care and pruning of quenepa trees in Puerto Rico for fruit and shade.
Mahogany care, pruning, and removal considerations in Puerto Rico.
African tulip trees look amazing - but are notorious for storm damage. Here's what to know.
Avocado tree care, pruning, and pests in Puerto Rico.
Care, history, and significance of the ceiba tree in Puerto Rico.
Seasonality & Maintenance
When to trim each common Puerto Rico tree species for best results.
Tree care priorities during Puerto Rico's dry season.
What to do for trees during Puerto Rico's wet season.
Palm trimming frequency by species and location in Puerto Rico.
Month-by-month tree care tasks for Puerto Rico homeowners.
How and when to fertilize tropical trees in Puerto Rico.
Best mulch for Puerto Rico trees and how to apply it correctly.
How to water mature trees during Puerto Rico dry spells.
What to look for during your annual tree health inspection.
Safety
Warning signs that a tree is ready to fall and how to assess them.
How to tell if a tree is dead or dying and what to do next.
Tree root damage to home foundations - signs, fixes, and prevention.
What to do about trees touching or near power lines in Puerto Rico.
Slight lean vs dangerous lean - how to tell when a leaning tree is an emergency.
Trunk damage assessment - which cracks are cosmetic and which are dangerous.
Fungus on trees - what it indicates and when to be concerned.
When a hollow tree is still safe and when it needs to come down.
How to identify termite infestations in your trees and treat them.
Insurance
When homeowners insurance covers tree damage in Puerto Rico - and when it doesn't.
How to file a tree damage insurance claim in Puerto Rico - documentation, timelines, and tips.
How to file a hurricane tree damage claim in Puerto Rico, with documentation tips.
Pro tips from working with adjusters on documenting tree damage claims.
When Puerto Rico homeowners insurance covers tree removal and when it doesn't.
Step-by-step tree damage insurance claim process for PR homeowners.
Common gaps in tree damage insurance coverage in Puerto Rico.
Getting reimbursed for emergency tree removal under insurance.
Photo checklist for documenting tree damage for an insurance claim.
Commercial & HOA
Essential clauses for commercial tree service contracts in Puerto Rico.
How to set up an HOA tree maintenance plan that protects the property and budget.
Tree care for hotel and resort properties - aesthetics, safety, and storm prep.
Tree-related liability for property managers in Puerto Rico.
Tree maintenance programs for gated communities in Puerto Rico.
Annual tree care plans vs pay-as-you-go - which makes sense for your situation.
Why commercial properties need a tree inventory and how to build one.
Insurance and bonding requirements when hiring a commercial tree vendor in PR.
Comparisons & How-To
The difference between tree pruning and trimming, with examples.
When to remove vs prune a tree, with examples.
Compare grinding vs full removal of tree stumps.
Why tree topping kills trees and what to do instead.
When to cable/brace vs remove a damaged tree.
Real differences between hiring a tree service and a handyman.
Bonded, insured, licensed - what each means and what to require.
Pros and cons of local vs national tree service in Puerto Rico.
10 questions to ask before hiring a tree service.
Warning signs that a tree service shouldn't be hired.
Why the cheapest tree quote often costs more in the end.
DIY vs Pro
Real stories of DIY tree removal injuries and why pros exist.
When DIY palm trimming is fine and when to call a pro.
Safe DIY pruning techniques for small branches.
Why DIY chainsaw use after a storm is so dangerous.
Signs your tree work has crossed into pro territory.
Tree care tools worth owning - and the ones that are too dangerous.
Equipment & Crew
Equipment that signals a real tree service vs an underequipped operation.
ISA certification - what it requires and why it matters.
Behind the scenes of a hurricane response tree crew.
When crane removal is the right method for difficult trees.
Climbing vs bucket truck - which method for which job.