Pruning a tree branch properly can be an art. If you remove the slight swelling or collar around the branch, or leave too much of the stub behind, you can cause cankers and other problems. Before you prune, take the time to learn safe pruning practices, or ask a professional for advice.
Were you aware that cutting down a deciduous tree may not be a long term removal solution? Many hardwood trees, trees that drop their leaves in the fall, are able to grow back from a stump or partial stump.
Often, stump remnants go deep into the ground where they can continue to harbor an active root system, as well as a host of fungi and pests. We go deep into the ground to completely remove your stump and ensure the removal is comprehensive and final.
In 1955, power equipment users discovered they could dismantle portable, backpack-style crop dusters and use the forceful motor and blower to move leaves, twigs and yard debris. By the late 1950s, manufacturers recognized the potential and begin developing dedicated leaf blowers.
Do you enjoy going into your yard and watching the wildlife in the neighborhood? Many animals and birds will make their homes in your yard if you plant at least one tree, including squirrels, possums and bees.
If a large shade tree is removed, you may need to reseed or completely change your grass if it’s now receiving too much sun.
The longer leaves sit, the harder it can be to collect them. That's why leaf removal services recommend doing a full leaf removal multiple times during the fall, usually around the end of October, end of November, and end of Christmas.
Mature trees on your property can increase the value of your home by creating an established look. Care to guess how much the presence of well maintained, mature trees can potentially increase the value of your home? Although figures vary, some experts place the increase at over 25 percent.
Tree stumps pose several problems for homeowners. First, they are unsightly – even if you use one for a planter. Second, they take up valuable yard space and serve no useful purpose. Third, they are hazards if the stump is close to, but above, ground, and they can damage lawn equipment or pose a safety issue.
Do you ever worry that you haven’t been able to give your tree the right amount of care and maintenance it needs to thrive. You may want to consider working with a tree service to ensure your tree has the best chances for survival.
The physical removal of old, dead, or aggressive plant or weed growth is far preferable over other land clearing practices like flooding and chemical control. This is because physical land clearing processes are considered closer to natural processes and not as invasive.
Did you know that you can use chemicals to get rid of tree stumps? Chemical stump removers essentially make the stumps rot away. However, this method may take a few months so a lot of patience will be required.
Planning on planting a tree? Unsure of how to locate underground utility lines that you may be disturbing? Every community has a free number than you can call for utility locating services. This is important not only for where you are digging, but also for where the roots of your tree will expand to.
One of the benefits of our stump grinding services is the mulch we leave behind in the stump’s place. This is excellent for returning nutrients to the soil and even helping to fertilize neighboring plants.
Trees can moderate the heat-island effect. That’s the condition in which the lack of trees and green space causes cities to be up to 15 degrees warmer than outlying suburbs. Trees block some of the sun’s rays and also release water vapor.
A rotting tree stump can be an ideal home for ant colonies. In some areas, ants will make a home in a tree stump and can rapidly expand throughout the yard.
Experts use varied methods to effectively clear land. Full-sized bulldozers are fast, efficient and well suited to large plots with significant acreage, while smaller machines like skid-steer tractors are better suited to compact or crowded areas.
Stump grinding takes the old stump down to a level below the surface that makes the surrounding area safe, but not so deep that the hole cannot be solidly filled. The residual mulch from the grind is used to form the fill base, followed by dirt and sod.
Safety is paramount for any company that does work that can be risky. A land clearing company should be among those. You can expect every precaution, and you can expect them to use the safest techniques and tools every day. That’s why there’s value in choosing a professional for that job.
Once we remove your tree stump through the stump grinding process, you can build or landscape as you wish without fear of further disruptions: including land movement or underground damage.
Letting leaves lie loosely on the lawn, or even collected into piles, may not be the best for neighborly relations. Winds will blow them across your neighbors’ yards, creating an annoyance and making more work for them. Let us handle leaf collection and removal.
If you are going to move a tree it’s important that the decision is not made at the last-minute, particularly for a mature tree. That’s because the root system is likely quite wide and cannot be moved in full. Pruning a tree’s root system several months before transplanting the tree is almost always required.
Have you heard about soil science? It is used to refer the soil structure along with fertility and biological health. Soil hormone and pH balance are two of the few parameters which are included in this category.
If your tree looks like a wild head of hair, with unruly, crisscrossing branches and an unattractive overall shape, a pruning and shaping session may be in order. Pruning is more than a cosmetic procedure. It will also improve a tree's overall health and enhance its resistance to disease.
