Description of Services Offered
1. Tree Pruning
Tree pruning is one of the most common tree maintenance
procedures by which unwanted parts of trees are cut away. Tree
pruning may be needed for many different reasons such as:
- Improve
tree structure
- Remove dead branches
- Improve vigor
- Maintenance
- Health
- Clearance
Remember
improper pruning can cause damage to a tree that remains for the
life of a tree. So always use an arborist who is skilled and follows
the American National Standard for pruning.
2. Structure Pruning
Structure pruning is a selective pruning
to help establish a strong branch scaffold system. It is a good
idea to start structure pruning when the tree is installed. Some
benefits of structure pruning are:
- Promotes good structure
- Prevents
future problems
- Prevents co-dominant stems
- Prevents
future hazards
3. Tree Thinning
Tree thinning is the selective removal of small
branches to reduce crown density. By doing this you will notice
many benefits such as:
- Increases light penetration
- Improves
air flow
- Reduces weight
Caution must be taken not to over
thin a tree. If you over thin a tree it will cause adverse effects
on the tree such as water sprouts on the interior limbs.
4. Dead Wooding
Dead Wooding is the removal of diseased, dead
and dying limbs. By removing dead, dying and diseased limbs you
can help prevent many hazards to persons and property.
5. Tree Removal
Tree removal is when you remove a tree which has
become a danger to persons or property. Here are some examples
of why a tree would need to be removed:
- Hazard to persons
and property
- Dead, dying tree
- Diseased trees
- Storm
damage
- Cracked or split crotches
- Decay
- New
construction
There are many reasons why we should remove a tree.
Some are more obvious reasons than others but remember, some trees
may require permits so always check with your local permit department
for tree removal requirements.
6. Root Pruning
Root pruning is used to prevent roots from growing
into and uplifting driveways, walk ways as well as limiting damage
to the tree during construction.
7. Stump Grinding
Stump grinding is the most economical and least
invasive way to remove a stump. The stump is ground down below
grade 4"-6" and those shaving are used to backfill the
area ground out.
8. Land Clearing
Residential or commercial lots - we can help prep
your property for future projects.
9. Bush Hog
Bush hog is the mowing of heavy vegetation.
10. Demossing
The removal of moss out of a tree is not an easy
task. We hand pick the moss you see which gives you immediate results
versus spraying. When sprayed the moss slowly dies and falls from
the tree.
11. Fertilization
Fertilizing is adding substances to plants or
soils to supplement the supply of essential elements. Fertilizers
are added to the desired amount for each trees individual need.
It is very important to water after fertilizing to first dissolve
the fertilizer and then to rinse it off the grass and into the
soil. A complete fertilizer contains nitrogen, phosphorous and
potassium. It is very important not to over fertilize your trees,
it could cause adverse effects.
12. Tree selection and installation
There are many varieties of
trees to choose from and are usually available from a nursery.
The trees are specifically selected for each job site to ensure
the tree can tolerate its new conditions (such as wet or dry),
size limitations and/or shade. Our Arborist will select a tree
which shows good twig extension growth in previous years and healthy
roots. We look for trees that have no signs of insects or disease
or scars. We install any variety of tree and all sizes. With water
restrictions we must keep water efficiency in mind also when selecting
your tree.
13. Transplanting trees
Transplanting trees are removing a tree
from one location to another within the customers’ yard or
in some instances to a different location all together (like a
neighbors’ yard).
14. Bracing and Cabling
Bracing and cabling is the installation
of hardware in trees to provide extra support by limiting the movements
of limbs. This will provide support to weak crotches or branches
that could otherwise pose a hazard to people or property. When
used properly this helps reduce the risk of failure and increases
the life expectancy of a tree.
15. Storm and Disaster Response
Our company has experience with
storm and disaster response. We have helped with the hurricanes
and storm damage in Pensacola, Naples, and local damage here in
Tampa Bay areas. We are experienced tree care professionals who
can assist you with the removal of hazardous trees which have fallen
or have split into pieces. If a tree has fallen on your home or
lawn we are equipped to handle even the most hazardous of situations.
16. Certified Arborist Consultation
An Arborist is a skilled individual
who knows how trees grow. An Arborist uses their knowledge to diagnose
problems and will prescribe a treatment. Some characteristics an
Arborists will look for in a tree as potential hazards are:
- Cracks
- Poor
structure
- Disease
- Insects
- Problematic roots
Once
an Arborist has diagnosed the problems with a tree then he will
be able to prescribe a treatment, if one is available.
17. Free wood chips
There are many benefits to using recycled
wood chips. Here are some examples:
- Helps to condition
the soil
- Moderates soil temperature
- Maintains moisture
- Helps
reduce competition from weeds and grass
- Curb appeal
It
is important to apply a 2 to 4 inch layer of mulch, remember thicker
is not better it could cause disease.
