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What Is Stump Grinding?

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Stump Grinding is an excellent option for homeowners who are looking to remove unwanted stumps. A professional stump grinder can grind down a tree stump to below ground level, leaving behind a hole that can be filled and planted. This can make for a great location to add grass or other landscaping, while also keeping pesky insects and critters away. Stump grinding is a more cost-effective and less labor-intensive alternative to complete stump removal. Stumps are not only unsightly but they can be a tripping hazard and can prevent you from using your yard. In addition, they can create an environment for fungal growth that may spread to other parts of your yard and home. Stump Grinding is a quick, affordable and safe way to get rid of a rotting tree stump and its root system. The simplest way to explain how a stump grinder works is that it grinds down the remnants of your tree into small wood chips. The grinding machine has three basic components: a power unit (engine), a drive system ...

The Basics of Tree Removal

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Depending on the circumstances, Tree Removal can be an involved and risky operation. It requires knowledge of trees and their behavior, as well as the use of specialized equipment like cranes, stump grinders, and chainsaws. Choosing the right professional is the key to success. Ask friends and neighbors for recommendations, and be sure to check out online reviews. It’s also important to make sure your contractor is insured and licensed. You should never hire someone who cannot provide proof of insurance and licensing upon request. The first step in the process is an assessment of the tree and its surroundings, including its size, health, and proximity to buildings and power lines. This helps professionals determine the safest and most effective method for removing the tree. Once the work area is secure, workers begin to remove the tree. They may have to climb or use a crane depending on the type and location of the tree. It is critical that any tree removal is done properly to preve...

Pruning Your Trees and Shrubs

Pruning is the removal of selected plant parts to manage plant size, shape, health and appearance. It may also be used to help control diseases and insect infestations. Pruning can be done to both woody (trees, shrubs) and soft-tissue plants (herbaceous). A proper pruning regime can help prevent the spread of disease through cut wounds. This is because a correctly made pruning cut will close and seal quickly. Proper pruning will also promote healthy growth by allowing light to penetrate the interior of the canopy which is essential for good plant health. It is important to prune a tree or shrub when it is young in order to guide the development of its natural form. This is best accomplished by using a formative pruning technique which removes some of the older branches while leaving other, stronger limbs. When this is done the tree can grow with more compact, dense branching that can resist storm damage and other stresses such as insects, disease and drought. For mature trees, a gen...

The Importance of Tree Care

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Tree Care involves the application of arboricultural methods such as pruning, trimming, felling/thinning and other arboricultural services in built environments like residential, commercial and public landscapes, road verge and greenways. This industry provides essential services that enhance and protect the structure, appearance, safety and value of trees and shrubs. Tree care services are a proactive approach to identifying and managing issues that may otherwise negatively impact a tree’s long term vitality. Proper tree care starts before a plant is installed. Selecting the right species for a given site, proper planting and good soil conditions are key components in establishing a healthy tree or woody shrub. This initial foundation of tree care can help to minimize many potential future problems by preventing root and trunk rot, excessive watering and pest infestations. In addition to establishing sound foundational practices, regular pruning and soil management are essential for...