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2015

When to Call for Tree Services for Your Property

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Tree services, or the trimming and pruning of trees, is almost always best left to a professional. He or she will be able to trim branches at the right angle and in the right area so that the branch doesn’t weaken after being cut. They also know how to keep themselves safe while working at heights and while trimming. While a professional can give you advice on how trees can be trimmed, note when you want to call for trimming services on your property: Read More»

Your Newest Guide To Maintenance of Treated Pine Boards

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Treated pine boards can be used to make fences since they are designed to withstand harsh weather elements better than their untreated counterparts. All the same, nothing is fully protected from the elements. Treated pine fences will need to undergo maintenance if they are to hold up well for a long time. Setting up a yearly maintenance schedule assists in keeping the fence in good shape for many years to come. Read More»

Benefits of Hiring Tree Removal Services

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Trees are a natural way of beautifying property and giving it a homey look. However, a damaged or rotting tree can pose great safety hazard to those living near it. It is important for such a tree to be removed before it breaks off and damages property or blocks pathways. Sometimes, tree branches may break due to a storm or strong winds and block driveways or roads. The process of tree removal is a complex one that you should not try to undertake on your own. Read More»

Common Tree Removal Methods

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When you have a tree or several trees in your front yard or backyard that need removing for one reason or another, you will need to hire a tree removal company to do the job. But before you make that move, you should be aware of the common tree removal methods that these professionals use so that you’re well-informed when they give you the options for your particular situation. Top Down Removal – With a top-down removal, a tree specialist, also known as an arborist, will first cut off all the branches of the tree as he climbs up to the top. Read More»

Signs That a Tree on Your Property Needs Trimming

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Tree trimming is not something you should do without good cause, as every type of trimming is actually a wound to the tree. However, the right trimming can be for the benefit of the tree and help to preserve its overall health. Trimming a tree can allow it to receive more oxygen and, in turn, get stronger, and removing certain branches can protect the tree’s strength. Note a few signs that it’s time to trim a tree that is on your property. Read More»

How to Prepare for Tree Lopping in Four Easy Steps

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If you have a tree that is overgrown or uneven, it may be time to hire someone to do tree lopping. In order to prepare for that experience, there are a few things you can do. Here’s what to consider: 1. Choose an insured tree lopping company The first step in preparing for tree lopping is choosing an experienced and reputable tree lopping company. Ideally, you want a company that is fully insured and bonded. Read More»

Tree Felling Services & Their Benefits

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Years ago, cutting down trees in order to create some space in your yard was regarded as a very tiring job. As tree felling services become increasingly widespread, you can remove trees from your garden with little to no effort. While trees have many benefits such as providing shade during warm, summer days, they also come with their own disadvantages. For example, if you don’t properly control their growth through constant pruning, trees can pose a health hazard for anyone who walks underneath them. Read More»

What Are Your Responsibilities As A Tree-Keeper?

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If you have trees on your property, you have certain rights and responsibilities as a tree-keeper.  In order to avoid neighbourhood disputes, you need to understand what those rights and responsibilities are before you call out the arborist to carry out any tree work.  Here’s a brief overview to help you stay on the right side of the law and on good terms with your neighbours. What is a ‘tree’? Read More»

How To Protect Your Fruit Trees From Insect Pests

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Fruit trees always seem to be a magnet for insect pests during the spring when their buds are forming.  These nuisance pests can damage the buds and wreak havoc on your potential harvest later in the year.  But how do you safeguard your trees?  Read on for more information. Before you start Before you begin to wage war on insect pests, it’s important to realise that killing every single bug that visits your garden is not necessary, and it can actually be very damaging to the fragile ecosystem that lives there. Read More»