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Monday 8am - 5:30pm Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm Thursday 8am - 5:30pm Friday 8am - 5:30pm Saturday 9am - 4pm

Discount Tree Service

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Discount Tree Service

Discount Tree Service is owned by Alex Salgado and services the Ft Lauderdale area. Our services include tree removal, trimmings and stump grinding.

04/03/2026

Stop Volcano Mulching!

🌋Piling mulch high against the trunk is a huge mistake.

❌ The Volcano: Traps moisture, rots the trunk, invites pests.
✅ The Donut: Spread 2-4 inches deep, but keep it 3-6 inches away from the trunk.

Let your tree breathe!

04/01/2026

Gardening in Sand

🏖️South Florida soil is basically sand. It drains fast and holds few nutrients.

How to help young trees thrive:
1️⃣ Organic Amendment: Add compost around the planting hole.
2️⃣ Mulch: The secret weapon. As it breaks down, it improves soil structure naturally.

Don't just plant it and forget it!

03/30/2026

What is a Certified Arborist?

🌳Anyone can buy a chainsaw. Not everyone knows tree biology.

An ISA Certified Arborist is trained in:
✅ Diagnosis & Disease
✅ Proper Pruning Standards
✅ Safety & Risk Assessment

Hire science, not just muscle. It saves trees and money in the long run.

03/27/2026

Why Insurance Matters

Tree work is dangerous. Is your crew covered? If an uninsured worker gets hurt on your property, YOU could be liable for medical bills.

📄 Checklist:
• General Liability
• Workers' Compensation (specifically for tree work)

Don't risk your home on a "cheap" quote.

03/25/2026

Neighbor Disputes & Trees

🏠Tree branches hanging over your fence? In Florida, you can trim branches up to your property line. BUT...

⚠️ You cannot damage the tree's health.
⚠️ If the tree dies or falls because of your cut, you could be liable.

Communication + Professional Pruning = Happy Neighbors.

03/23/2026

Trees = Property Value

Mature trees are an asset, not just decoration.

📈 Value: Homes with mature landscaping sell for 3-15% more.
❄️ Savings: Shade trees reduce cooling costs by blocking direct sun.

A healthy Live Oak is worth more than you think. Maintain it like an investment!

03/20/2026

Happy First Day of Spring! 🌸

☀️ Spring brings beautiful new growth to South Florida, but it also means our trees are putting on extra weight right before the heavy summer winds and rains arrive. Now is the absolute best time for a "spring cleaning" of your canopy! ✂️

🌳 Proper structural pruning done now allows your trees to heal quickly in the spring weather, reduces dangerous wind resistance, and keeps your property looking pristine. Let our certified experts help your landscape thrive safely this season. Are your trees ready for spring growth?

03/19/2026

Do You Need a Permit?

📝Thinking of removing a tree in Broward? Stop. Most cities (Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood) require a permit, even on private property.

⚠️ Risks: Heavy fines & mandatory replanting.
✅ Exceptions: Dead/hazardous trees (often require verification) or invasive species.

We handle the paperwork so you don't have to.

03/18/2026

Roots vs. Pipes: The Truth

🚽🌳Do trees aggressively attack your plumbing?

Myth: Roots crush pipes.
Fact: Roots are opportunistic.

They seek water and only enter pipes that are already cracked or leaking. Fix the pipe, and you often save the tree. Root barriers can also guide roots away from foundations without removal.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Discount Tree Service!

☘️ When it comes to the safety of your home and the health of your trees, don't just rely on the "luck of the Irish!" 🍀

Dead branches, leaning trunks, and overgrown canopies are a disaster waiting to happen, especially with South Florida's storm season right around the corner. Get a professional assessment from our ISA Certified Arborists so you know for sure that your property is safe and secure.

Leave the luck for finding four-leaf clovers, and leave the tree care to the professionals! 🌳💚

03/16/2026

Lethal Bronzing Alert

🌴This bacterial disease is attacking Florida palms (Phoenix & Sabal).

🚨 Symptoms:
1. Premature fruit drop.
2. Lower fronds turning bronze/brown.
3. Spear leaf (newest growth) dies.

Once the spear dies, the palm is lost. Preventive injections are the only defense for high-value palms.

03/13/2026

The Silent Hedge Killer

🍃Is your Ficus hedge dropping leaves? It might be Whitefly.

• Signs: Yellowing leaves, sticky "honeydew," or black soot on cars/patios.
• Damage: Can defoliate a massive hedge in weeks.
• Action: Check the undersides of leaves regularly.

Early treatment is cheaper than replacing your entire privacy fence!

Address

2200 NW 9th Place
Fort Lauderdale, FL
33311

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19542892150

Website

https://discounttreesbroward.com/

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