Stormwater and retention pond management in Atlanta, GA. Trusted experts in inspection, maintenance, and compliance to protect your property and the environment.
If you own or operate a large commercial property in Georgia, then chances are there is a retention pond within that property. These ponds manage stormwater runoff, erosion, and flooding issues. Property managers and owners of these large properties are responsible for maintaining the retention ponds so that storm water and flooding does not damage nearby streams, rivers, and land through erosion. In fact, cities and counties perform annual or biannual inspections to ensure that retention ponds comply with codes and requirements. Southern Star Tree and similar companies provide professional management services. If you are interested in hiring the tree professionals in Atlanta, call Southern Star Tree to speak with a friendly representative.
City, county, and municipality codes in Georgia require property owners and managers to ensure stormwater does not disturb surrounding land. If your property does not pass annual or biannual inspections, then you could be forced to pay steep fines. Some of the things that cause retention ponds to fail inspections are too much debris, not running properly, and not meeting specific requirements. To avoid such fines, be sure to stay on top of maintenance and keep your retention pond up to code. Call Southern Star Tree if you'd like to have the professionals handle your retention pond’s maintenance. Our experts are on standby to take your call.
Had the pleasure working with Clay Smith in discussing best course of action for several huge oaks near the house. His suggestions were less expensive than cutting down trees which is what I thought I wanted. Then Alex and his crew did an incredible job knocking out the big projects and many smaller ones. When they left all that remained was the Bobcat tracks and some sawdust. Could not be happier to have found Southern Star. Highly recommend.
I had a very tall, old sweet gum tree in my backyard that I needed removed due to a new fence being put in. Austin and his team were prompt, professional, and friendly and did a great job safely removing the tree and cleaning up after themselves. I highly recommend their services!
Southern Star Tree Services did a great job and they made sure I was fully satisfied with a second trip out to my Fairburn property! As a REALTOR® I can be very picky, they exceeded my expectations and got the job done same day. I will definitely refer them to my clients and friends for future services.
Southern Star Tree removed several of our trees and did an outstanding job. They were punctional and arrived promptly when scheduled. They were clear during the fee estimate process and they provided fair and knowledgeable quotes. They were honest when assessing which trees should be removed and which shouldn’t be. They also were very careful not to damage our yard or landscape. I highly recommend them for your tree cutting needs.
Austin Reed's guys did a great job- we had 7 guys working on 4 trees. I spent a lot of time with them pointing out limbs I needed trimmed etc. They were very polite, hard workers, and the place was spotless when they finished. Outstanding service!
I can’t Say enough or give any more positive feedback than what I can write down, but I wish I could. This company is amazing and Michael is such a gem. His team brought two different crews to cut down 13 massive trees in incredibly difficult positions on our property. They started in the rain and had the entire project done in two days. The communication and customer service was incredible, and the emotional support was even better…On Two separate occasions, Mike had to talk my husband and me down from panic attack attacks. He was absolutely wonderful. He kept reiterating to us that if anything got damaged on the property, the company would fix it. He even knew that we had just put down $1000 worth of fresh pine straw, so his team replaced the pine straw in the area that was affected. They did a fantastic job of cleaning up the entire property from any debris from the project. The pricing is incredibly fair and competitive. We hope we don’t need Southern Star anytime soon ?, that would mean more trees have to go, but if we were to need to in the future we will absolutely be calling Mike.
Austin and his team did an absolutely incredible job removing a partially fallen tree in our backyard that required deft coordination and extreme care to ensure it was carefully extracted without damaging a critical part of our property's structure. They took immense effort at every stage to optimize the success of the operation and it went extremely smoothly. We are forever grateful to them for how well it went and couldn't recommend them more highly to anyone looking for tree removal.
I knew it wasn't going to be easy to remove a large white oak that overhangs the house. With a house built on a steep pitch and the tree 80' feet or more from the street, it wasn't IF a crane was needed, but WHAT crane will do the job. The company owner, Austin, has a terrific working knowledge of available cranes. I'm saying this as a descendant of my grandfather who holds the patent for the modern crane out of the Manitowoc company. The crew showed up just as the rain was starting, but didn't flinch and worked through the wet and windy morning. It was cleaner when they finished than the amount of debris I can usually expect from the tree during a storm. I took bids from 3 other companies and Southern Star Tree was not the lowest nor the highest; but his crew is as competent and professional as company with the highest quote I received. I have needed tree service involving cranes several times in the 30 years I have been at my current residence and I would recommend Southern Star Tree for anyone in need of tree service. My only regret is that I couldn't sit and watch the entire process due to the rain. The company carries $5M of liability insurance in case there is a problem--probably very few claims, if any, against it.
The best time to perform stormwater retention pond maintenance is during the dry time of the year when the water is at low levels. This allows technicians to see and resolve issues more clearly. When water levels are high, you might not notice some buildup and debris that is lost in the weeds and water. Call Southern Star Tree during mid to late summer to get started on your retention pond’s maintenance. We are ready to take your call.
Installing native plants on the perimeter of your retention pond will help reduce pollutants, help against erosion, and provide much-needed aesthetics. Green grass is always a great choice if it loves water. Consider removing trees from the area as they can cause problems in the future. Remember, however, that whatever is planted should be maintained, and overgrowth should be avoided. Be careful with grass clippings. Make sure that your installed grass does not become a liability with grass clippings flooding the area and clogging drains.
Overly compacted soil creates problems for water, fertilizer, and herbicide absorption. Make sure to have proper turf aeration so that the soil can receive and absorb water effectively. Otherwise, excess rain and water will add to the pond and lead to an overflow situation. The best time to aerate is when the soil is moist. Lawns that have clay soil or experience heavy foot traffic should be aerated twice a year. Otherwise, once a year should be enough.
If you are ready to have the professionals at Southern Star Tree take care of your water retention pond maintenance, then call today to schedule your flexible appointment. Our courteous staff members are on standby for your call.
At Southern Star Tree, we don’t just remove your trees—we make sure your property is left clean and clear. Our team handles all debris, including branches, leaves, and wood. If you’d like, we can also provide mulch or cut firewood upon request. When you choose us, you can count on thorough service from start to finish.
