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Silver Maple with Trunk Conks and Decay: Dangerous, Remove Immediately

Mushroom conks on trunk + missing bark = advanced internal decay. Roots on that side are gone—tree is poorly anchored. Despite full canopy, it's a hazard near house/deck. Two certified arborists said remove; one non-arborist suggested Bayer Tree & Shrub (ineffective). Trust the arborists. Find one at georgiaarborist.org.

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