We all know that trees play a vital role in the survival of life on this planet. Most humans have either climbed, sat under, planted, been shaded by, cut down, carved initials into, trimmed, raked leaves from or even may have crashed a car or...
When it comes to trimming your trees, proper planning, tools and safety precautions become essential. By knowing the basics, you can fix the small stuff and leave the big problems to the pros. Trimming trees can be dangerous and tough, so we offer up some...
As springtime approaches, homeowners began thinking about restoring their yards for use throughout the Summer and Fall. While picking up sticks and removing dead branches remains a part of that process — tree trimming rarely ranks high on most people’s to do list. However, trimming...
Normally, trees provide numerous benefits in the background of the day-to-day activities of running a business. While the trees on your property offer shade, aesthetics, water absorption, and many other environmental benefits — they also represent potential safety and liability issues if not properly cared...
Just like people and animals, trees contract diseases detrimental to their health. Some so serious that they lead to death and the need for removal. Unfortunately, removing the dead or dying tree often fails to remove the problem — as these diseases spread from one...
Annual tree maintenance not only promotes tree health and improves the look of your property, but also helps to maintain a balanced ecosystem in your yard. When a tree professional prunes and removes dead limbs and damaged branches from your tree, the health of the tree...
Examples of funny DIY tree cutting videos abound on YouTube. A man on a ladder cuts a branch and knocks himself twenty feet to the ground; a truck pulls a tree with a rope, only to have the tree fall on the house they were...
At over five thousand years old, the Great Basin Bristlecone Pine tree remains one of earth’s oldest living organisms. This incredible lifespan suggests an unmatched hardiness and toughness that stands the test of time. However, a tree’s longevity fails to provide immunity from Mother Nature....