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What Is the Emerald Ash Borer? The Tree Killer That Landed in Prospect, CT First

Published August 21, 2026 · 11 min read

The beetle that kills Connecticut ash trees was first found in the state right here in Prospect, 2012. What it looks like, the signs on your tree, and when to call. With photos.

How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Connecticut? (2026)

Published June 2, 2026 · 7 min read

Real 2026 tree removal cost ranges for Connecticut homeowners, from a Prospect-based, 15-year veteran. What drives price, CT permit rules, and red flags.

5 Signs Your Tree Needs to Be Removed (a CT Arborist's Honest Take)

Published June 2, 2026 · 8 min read

5 honest signs your tree needs to come down, from a 15-year CT arborist. Plus when a tree can actually be saved with cabling, pruning, or treatment.

When to Prune Trees in Connecticut: A Species Guide

Published June 2, 2026 · 9 min read

When to prune trees in Connecticut, by species. Oak wilt timing, maple bleeding, evergreen rules. From a Prospect-based arborist with 15 years in CT.

Do You Need a Permit to Remove a Tree in Connecticut?

Published June 2, 2026 · 9 min read

Permit rules for removing a tree in CT, from a Prospect-based arborist. Tree warden authority, CGS § 23-59, the 15-day notice rule, and what we handle for you.

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Tree Removal in Connecticut?

Published July 22, 2026 · 12 min read

Straight answers on when homeowners insurance covers tree removal in Connecticut. Storm damage rules, deductibles, neighbor-tree cases, and how to file the claim.

How to Tell If a Connecticut Tree Service Is Actually Insured

Published July 22, 2026 · 14 min read

Free CT state lookups, ACORD 25 gotchas, workers comp red flags, and the questions that separate real pros from storm chasers.