by Alexandra | Jan 21, 2026 | Blog Post, Arborist, Harrisonburg, Virginia
I’ve spent years doing tree work across the Shenandoah Valley, and one thing becomes clearer with every season that passes. Healthy trees don’t happen by accident or from a quick fix. They are the result of consistent care, smart planning, and paying attention before...
by Alexandra | Jan 20, 2026 | Blog Post, Arborist, Waynesboro, Virginia
I’ve spent years doing tree work across the Shenandoah Valley, and one thing I’ve learned quickly is that not all tree services are the same. Anyone can buy a chainsaw. That doesn’t make them a tree care professional. Proper tree care requires knowledge, training, and...
by Alexandra | Jan 19, 2026 | Blog Post, Staunton, Virginia, Tree Pruning
I talk with a lot of homeowners in Staunton who take immense pride in maintaining their yards. It’s part of what makes our community in the Shenandoah Valley so beautiful. Many of you already own pruning saws, hedge shears, or a pole saw, and that’s not a bad thing....
by Alexandra | Jan 13, 2026 | Blog Post, Harrisonburg, Virginia, Professional Tree Care
As the founder of Blue Mountain Arbor, one of the questions I hear most often from property owners in Harrisonburg is, “What does a tree surgeon actually do?” The term sounds dramatic, but it perfectly captures how we approach our work—with precision, expertise, and a...
by Alexandra | Jan 12, 2026 | Blog Post, 24/6 Emergency Tree Services, Augusta County
We’ve all had that sinking feeling. You wake up after a heavy storm rolls through the valley, the wind finally dying down, and you walk outside with a cup of coffee to survey the yard. At first glance, everything seems okay—a few scattered branches, maybe some leaves...
by Alexandra | Jan 8, 2026 | Blog Post, 24/6 Emergency Tree Services, Rockingham County
When the storm passes, the stress sets in. I’ve seen it countless times across Rockingham County. The wind dies down, the rain stops, and you step outside to see what the storm left behind. A large limb hanging precariously over your roof, or worse, an entire tree...
