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ISA Certified Arborist Chris Haubner assessing a tree in Columbia, MO

Tree Care Tips & Resources

Expert advice from ISA Certified Arborist Chris Haubner — tree health, removal, pruning, and what to watch for in Columbia and Mid-Missouri.

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Columbia's 2026 Tree Service of the Year

Tree Wizard was named Columbia, MO's 2026 Tree Service of the Year by the Consumer Ratings Institute. Request a free tree assessment today.

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Young shade tree being planted in a residential front yard in Columbia, MO

8 Best Trees to Plant in Columbia, MO

ISA Certified Arborist Chris Haubner picks the trees that actually thrive in Columbia, MO's clay soil and climate. Free planting consult available.

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Landscaped backyard with stone path, fire pit, and mixed shrub and tree plantings in Columbia, MO

Popular Trees in Columbia, MO: An Arborist's Take

Chris Haubner, ISA Certified Arborist, reviews the trees Columbia, MO homeowners are actually planting — arborvitae, Japanese maple, and more.

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Magnolia scale infestation on a magnolia branch in Columbia, MO — waxy adult scales clustered along the twigs

Magnolia Scale in Columbia, MO: What Works and When

Sticky honeydew and black mold on your magnolia? How to spot magnolia scale, time treatment right, and when to DIY in Columbia, MO. Call (573) 442-1838.

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Tree Wizard crew trimming a large tree from a bucket truck in Columbia, MO

When to Trim Trees in Columbia, MO: A Seasonal Guide

ISA Certified Arborist Chris Haubner explains the best time to trim trees in Columbia, MO, season by season — and when to skip it. Free estimates.

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Wooded residential lot in Missouri with mature trees requiring maintenance

The Hidden Costs of a Wooded Lot in Columbia, MO

What a wooded lot in Columbia, MO actually costs to maintain — deadwood, hazardous removals, root damage, storm cleanup. Request a free assessment.

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ISA Certified Arborist assessing a mature ash tree for emerald ash borer damage on a wooded lot in Columbia, MO

Missouri Trees That Become Liabilities in Columbia

Bradford pear, silver maple, ash — Missouri's most costly yard trees, explained by ISA Certified Arborist Chris Haubner. Free assessment in Columbia, MO.

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Tree Wizard crew removing a large tree in Columbia, MO

How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Columbia, MO?

Most Columbia, MO tree removals run $1,000–$3,000. Tree Wizard explains what drives the price, what's included, and how to get an accurate estimate.

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Storm-damaged tree removed from a Columbia, MO property

Storm Damage Tree Removal in Columbia, MO: First Steps

Tree on your house in Columbia, MO? What's safe, what's urgent, and how insurance documentation works after storm damage. Call (573) 442-1838.

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ISA Certified Arborist inspecting a large tree in Columbia, MO

7 Warning Signs a Tree Needs Removal | Columbia, MO

ISA Certified Arborist Chris Haubner shares 7 warning signs a tree may need removal in Columbia, MO — before it becomes a hazard to your home or family.

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