Removing dead and damaged branches
Selectively pruning out branches to improve airflow and tree structure
Increasing the height of the lowest branches to provide clearance to the roof, home, gardens, other trees and desired objects
Branch removal to improve desired views
Selective pruning to vastly improve the future structure and longevity of younger trees
Proper cuts to reduce the overall height or length of branches
We follow ISA protocols for planting trees to ensure your investment has a good chance at a well established root system.
Our most preferred tree selections are native tree species. Native tree species are better acclimated to local environmental and pest challenges. They provide the best opportunity for a successful planting.
There are certain varieties of trees that have proven themselves quite resilient to varying pest and environmental pressures in numerous locals. While non-native, these varieties can perform well for your property. WIth the ever changing environmental conditions, it is most important that we choose varieties that are capable of resisting drought, temperature fluctuations and wide range of pests.
One of the most important practices for the health of trees. Specifically, using arborist wood chips. Arborist wood chips not only help maintain moisture to the root system, but as they break down, they also provide additional nutrition, enzymes, and growth hormones back to the tree. This creates a similar cycle as what you find in a forest.
Compared to typical shredded bark mulch, wood chips also allow for better oxygen circulation to the root system due to the porous nature of the chips.
Appropriate removal of soil and mulch from the trunk of trees to the desired depth for trees to thrive to their utmost ability.
Through the implementation of certain microbes we are able to improve the soil biome and create symbiotic relationships between the soil, microbes and the root systems. This helps with the overall health of your trees during all phases of life.
In most circumstances, we aim to grind your stump to a depth of 10-12". The byproduct material that comes from grinding can be left on site for the homeowner to utilize as a high quality mulch, or we can take it away for you.
We request the homeowner confirm there is no risk of underground utilities (Electric, water, communication, irrigation, etc.) being damaged by our equipment. We cannot take responsibility for damaging something we are not able to see. Contact VA811 to assist in identifying unknown services.
Our intention is to help you maintain your old mature trees, as opposed to removing them. We are here to help you remove trees in circumstances where a tree poses risk to your home or health. Also, if you have an invasive tree, such as Ailanthus (Tree of Heaven) or Bradford Pear.
In order to maintain the tree canopy throughout our beautiful countryside, it is best to plant a few young trees as replacements elsewhere on your property. We can help you with any of your tree planting needs, as well!
Give us a call if you have any down branches or trees that you need cleaned up.
We can help you identify problem pests and will provide appropriate treatment options. We choose to apply in a way that minimizes additional imact on the surrounding environment, beneficial insects and bees.
If you have invasive trees, such as Ailanthus - Tree of Heaven, populating on your property, we can help reduce the population for you. We practice hack and squirt herbicide application as a targest specific means of applying herbicide. This requires a smaller volume of herbicide to be used and ensures other plants aren't harmed at treatment.