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J&J Treewackers Issues Summer Tree Service Safety Advisory
The arborists said hidden storm damage can make trees fail weeks later and urged residents to document changes and call professionals for risky removals.
- On Thursday, July 2, 2026, J&J Treewackers issued seasonal guidance urging Roanoke Valley residents to inspect trees for storm damage and hidden hazards before the next round of severe weather arrives.
- Leaning, soil heaving, and cracked trunks serve as clear indicators of potential root failure, while hanging branches, or 'widow-makers,' pose serious overhead risks that can drop unexpectedly long after a storm passes.
- "After a storm, people naturally want to clean up fast," said Garth Landis, co-owner of J&J Treewackers, noting that damaged trees hold stored energy and require professional assessment by ISA Certified Arborists instead of amateur chainsaw work.
- Property owners should walk their land in daylight following storms to note changes such as new leans or cracks; photographs taken over time help document gradual movement, and warning signs near structures warrant immediate professional evaluation.
- Arborists remain available for storm response across Roanoke, Salem, Vinton, Troutville, Daleville, and Smith Mountain Lake throughout the summer, providing risk assessment, trimming, and removal services to Virginia communities.
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