Knowing your local tree-trimming laws protects you from liability and helps prevent costly disputes with neighbors. Generally, you may trim branches that cross onto your property, but protected ...

You can trim branches over your property line, but confirm the boundary first. You’re liable if your trimming harms the tree’s health or stability. Talk with your neighbor before cutting and follow ...

Q: We have a situation where a neighbor’s tree is dripping some kind of brownish stuff on our wall, which comes down like streaks of paint, and there is a bunch of debris. I finally had a tree expert ...