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Are You Helping Your Dad Renovate Your Childhood Home? 3 Signs That Tree Removal Should Be A Part Of Your Plans

30 October 2017
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When your parents still live in the house that you were raised in, it often feels as though you truly can go home again. Yet recent years may have brought changes to the house that require some renovations. While you plan to paint and clean up the house, you should also keep in mind that older houses tend to have aging trees. Make sure to check outside for these signs that one or more of the trees in your parents' yard need to be removed. Read More …

Three Steps To Effectively Cutting A Branch Off A Tree

30 October 2017
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If you have some trees that need to be trimmed, it is important that you use the right approach when you trim the trees. You want to make clean cuts when you trim the branches on your trees. Making a clean cut allows the tree to heal and keeps it from developing an infection. #1 Make The First Cut Away From The Trunk When you have a large branch that you want to cut down, you are going to make the first cut about a foot or two away from the trunk of the tree. Read More …

4 Things To Check For When Getting Bids To Remove Trees From Your Property

26 October 2017
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If you have a few unsafe trees that you need to have removed from your property before winter hits, a tree professional is the safest way to get rid of those trees. Here are a few things you need to look for when comparing bids from tree removal companies in your area. #1 Proof Of Insurance The first thing you need to ask for when you get a bid from a tree company is proof of liability insurance. Read More …

Four Ways To Avoid Damaging Your Tree During Trimming

23 October 2017
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Done the right way, trimming your tree can enhance its growth, maintain its shape, and even help prevent disease. The problem is, a lot of homeowners make mistakes when trimming their tree that ends up doing more harm than good in the long term. If you're planning to trim your trees this year, be sure to follow these tips so you don't accidentally damage the tree: Trim the tree in late fall or early winter. Read More …

3 Signs Your Underground Sprinklers Are Affected By Tree Roots

23 October 2017
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When you initially have a professional install your sprinkler system, the contractor will ensure that the water lines and sprinkler heads are far enough away from tree roots that you don't have any problems. However, over time, the tree roots beneath the ground can have a major impact on the sprinkler system and even cause some components to fail altogether. There are several ways that tree roots can cause problems, but the faster you can spot trouble the better off you will be. Read More …