Staunton Tree Service

03/12/2026

🪲 Watch for Spotted Lanternfly Egg Masses This Winter

Spotted lanternflies lay egg masses in the fall that remain on trees and outdoor surfaces all winter. Each one can contain 30–50 eggs that will hatch in the spring.

They often look like small patches of dried mud and can show up on trees, fence posts, outdoor furniture, and even vehicles.

One simple way to help reduce the population is to scrape or smash these egg masses before they hatch. Removing them during the winter months can make a real difference before the next generation emerges.

Our owner and Certified Arborist Kris Schmandt shares more practical tree care tips and explanations like this on his YouTube channel, The Practical Arborist.

👉 Check it out here: www.youtube.com/

03/06/2026

🌲 First Pick of the Day 🌲

Here’s the start of a crane-assisted removal we recently completed. Using the crane allows us to safely lift large sections and control where they go, especially when trees are close to homes, streets, or neighboring properties.

This was just the first pick of the job — the full removal involved three trees and a total of about 52,000 lbs of wood lifted by crane.

If you’re interested in seeing the full job and learning more about how these removals work, our owner and Certified Arborist Kris Schmandt shares full walkthroughs and practical tree care advice on his YouTube channel:

👉 The Practical Arborist

You’ll find the full video from this job there, along with other helpful videos about tree health, pruning, and common issues homeowners run into with their trees.

Check it out here:
https://www.youtube.com/

02/23/2026

Can Pruning at the Wrong Time Hurt Your Tree?

Certified arborist explaining whether pruning at the wrong time of year can actually harm your tree — and when timing really matters.Understanding seasonal p...

02/16/2026

Removing trees, even in the snow! 🌳❄️💪

08/04/2025

Saving a beautiful Maple tree in Fishersville this morning!

If you have a tree that needs pruning or removal, contact us today for a free estimate!! (540) 886-5577

07/04/2025

🎆Happy Independence Day! Stay safe, and we hope you have a wonderful weekend with friends and family.

06/25/2025

A full crew removed some dead wood from oak trees out in Churchville recently. If you're noticing some trees not leafing out like they should, give us a call today to schedule a free estimate!

06/24/2025

We're excited to be working at Carter Myers Automotive today, helping keep their lot safe and beautiful! Even better, we've joined forces with our friends at Precision Land services to tackle this big project together.
There's nothing we love more than supporting our local businesses and working with fellow experts to make our community shine. If your property needs some TLC, give us a call - we're always here to help! (540) 886-5577

06/20/2025

When a tree unexpectedly fell on the patio of The Shack VA, our team jumped into action! We're grateful for the trust our neighbors place in us and proud to help keep our local businesses safe and thriving.
Thank you The Shack VA for letting us lend a hand, and to our amazing community for supporting each other! If you ever need help with tree removal or storm cleanup, we're just a call away. Together, we keep our city growing strong!

06/18/2025

This is a very common culprit when you see your oak tree starting to decline. 🌳 Find out what to watch for and how to keep your shade trees as full and healthy as possible 👉 https://www.stauntontreeservice.com/post/the-most-common-reason-oak-trees-decline-in-staunton-va

06/11/2025

We're thrilled to bring this level of care & attention to detail to every one of our clients. Thanks, Carolyn, for sharing your experience!