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Oak wilt is the most destructive tree disease in North Texas, and Mansfield homeowners with live oaks or red oaks on their property need to understand it. The disease has killed thousands of trees across Tarrant County and continues to spread. Here's what you need to know to protect your trees. What Is Oak Wilt? Oak wilt is a fungal disease caused by Bretziella fagacearum. Once a tree is infected, the fungus colonizes the water-conducting vessels in the sapwood, effectively p

In most parts of the country, you can trim trees at almost any time of year. In North Texas, timing genuinely matters — especially for live oaks and red oaks, where trimming during the wrong months can invite a disease that kills the tree. Here's the seasonal guide for the species most common in Mansfield, South Arlington, and Burleson. Live Oak Trimming — Avoid February Through June Live oak is the most common and most loved tree in Mansfield neighborhoods, and it has one fi

One of the most common questions Mansfield TX homeowners ask is: is my tree actually dead, or just dormant? The answer matters — a dead or structurally failed tree can fall without warning, especially during the severe thunderstorms and high winds that hit Tarrant County every spring and summer. Here's how to tell the difference, and what to do about it. The Scratch Test: The Fastest Way to Check The most reliable field test is the scratch test. Take your thumbnail or a pocke

Trees are one of the best things about owning property in Mansfield. They cool your home through the brutal North Texas summer, raise your curb appeal, and give your yard character. But when a tree starts to fail, it can go from an asset to a serious liability fast — especially during storm season. If you've been looking at a tree in your yard wondering whether it's still safe, you're not alone. Here are seven warning signs that mean it's time to call a Mansfield tree service