More than likely the tree was just barely in the way, allowing some signal to come through, but may have been blocking a few transponders, I have had that happen before, and just trimming the tree solved it: But that is just a band aid, unfortunately, tree's grow back, and you still have the problem, which will cause a trouble call. When band aids come off, they sting.
Never argue with idiots, they'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience
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