As a homeowner, you have a lot to juggle when it comes to the maintenance and upkeep of your home. You want a safe house that maintains its value and that you enjoy spending time in. The trees on your ...

Homeowners across America plant popular shade trees for beauty and longevity, unaware that hidden root systems often threaten ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Dear Monty: I bought a home 21 years ago on a corner lot adjacent to a city swimming pool. The entrance to the pool has a driveway that runs along the side of my property. About two years after I ...

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

Tree stump removal typically costs between $175 and $544, with homeowners around the country paying an average of $356. The cost for tree stump removal is affected by the size and accessibility of the ...

Some trees are prone to developing surface roots that can become quite large. These large roots can interfere with mowing, foot traffic or recreational activities. As trees mature, surface roots may ...

Roots belong underground. So why do we often find visible tree roots snaking along the soil surface in the lawn or garden? Some kinds of trees, such as maples, poplars and willows, naturally have ...