This Could Be Making Your Trees Sick
Have you noticed the needles on certain coniferous trees, specifically Douglas-fir, are turning red and brittle? You might be thinking the worst and are looking for a pine tree removal service. If this is you, you’re not alone. An estimated 90% of Douglas-fir in the Comox Valley are experiencing this. But what is causing it? […]
The Mulch, the Whole Mulch and Nothing but the Mulch
If you’ve ever had a tree or bush removal service, you know what special gift is left behind—MULCH (and lots of it)! So what exactly is this glorious shredded-wonder? To paraphrase the great William Shakespeare*, mulch by any other name would be…well…wood chips, essentially. *not actually Shakespeare. On-site wood-chipping is a convenient and cost-efficient way […]
Types of Tree Care Services Jobs to Pursue
Do you love trees? Are you interested in getting into tree care services? Wondering how to become an arborist? There are a few ways you can get involved in the industry, either by starting as a general labourer and working your way up or by becoming certified and getting your foot in the door that […]
Crown Reduction Tree Specialist Near Me
Alright, let’s talk about tree topping. Also known as crown reduction, this type of service is required in order to open up a view, stop a tree from drooping under its own weight or encroaching on a utility service. In every case, you will want to engage a local tree specialist to handle this type […]
Oak Tree Removal Factors in British Columbia
Let’s say you’ve got this beautiful yard with some great green space, but you want to look into oak tree removal to let a bit more light in. What do you do? Well, if you live in a residential area, then there are very likely bylaws protecting the trees in your neighbourhood. One of the […]
Arborist Tree Service
The average person has no idea what an arborist tree service is until they need it. And even then, arborists have a reputation for swinging chainsaws and wielding mighty axes (safely). Which is cool, but not 100% accurate. Chainsaws and axes are part of the day-to-day job, for sure, but it’s only a small piece […]