Eco-Friendly Tree Removal: A Guide to Responsible Arboriculture
More than just landscape features, trees are interdependent ecosystems that provide habitats for wildlife, absorb carbon dioxide, and support the planet’s health. Yet certain conditions (diseases, safety concerns, urban development, and more) call for tree removal. Assessing the need for removal, project planning, leveraging sustainable techniques, and more can reduce the environmental impact. Nevertheless, contact […]
A Beginner’s Guide: How to Identify Trees
Alongside their essential role in our environment, trees are fascinating organisms that come in diverse forms. Learning how to identify trees can deepen your appreciation for nature and even help with wildlife habitat improvement programs. You can also build your sense of each species’ quirks and care needs—when they bloom, how much water they require, […]
Crown Reduction vs. Topping
Maintaining the health and aesthetics of trees is a crucial aspect of responsible arboriculture. When it comes to pruning, tree trimming services often employ one of two methods: crown reduction and tree topping. While both aim to shape and control the size of a tree, they differ significantly in their approach and impact on tree […]
How You Can Protect Your Trees From Nearby Property Development
Trees enrich landowners’ properties and well-being. However, careless developers using heavy machinery near a property can rip away that enrichment. New construction efforts may sever the roots of your trees and cause irreparable—sometimes fatal—damage to them, even though they clearly stand on your land. Nevertheless, sustainable forestry practices can help you care for your trees […]
Refer a Veteran Tree Service
An integral part of the Timber Works Tree Care company ethic is our respect for the men and women who have served our country. Indeed, Timber Works has personal ties to U.S. military service through veteran family members, former employees currently serving, and more. This connection only strengthens our wish to continue creating opportunities for […]
Is Stump Grinding Worth It?
Removing dead or rotting trees is wise, yet it only addresses half the problem: a dead stump remains on the property afterward. Although homeowners might feel unmoved to handle it, a stump can create many issues in their yards, including termites, fungi, and tripping hazards. They also risk property damage and present a general eyesore. […]
What Are the Benefits of Routine Tree Trimming?
The most beautiful trees are those that have a full and healthy canopy. However, the best way to achieve this look is not to let the foliage grow without trimming. Although our instinct may suggest that trees naturally grow beautiful foliage, that method leads to overgrowth, which can harm the tree’s health and your property. […]
What You Can Do If a Neighbor’s Tree Endangers Your Property
Despite their beauty and majesty, trees can create tension and conflict between neighbors. While you want to respect their property and landowning rights, you must also set boundaries with them and communicate to get your point across. When trees on your neighbor’s lawn endanger your property, you face a delicate situation—how do you approach them […]
Virginia Insect & Arthropod Pests: Southern Pine Beetles
A healthy, flourishing landscape requires significant work and patience, as homeowners must tend to their trees and vegetation while warding off harmful infestations. All property owners should learn what southern pine beetles are, how to identify them, and how to recognize an infestation on pine trees. If you spot such an infestation, hire a professional […]
4 Benefits of Stump Grinding
More than eyesores, tree stumps are dangerous to property owners. Yet their removal is a messy, laborious, and sometimes hazardous task. Therefore, individuals looking to rid their property of stumps should contact a professional stump grinding service. While non-tree specialists may ask, “what is stump grinding?” the name implies the answer: a service wherein a […]