The Benefits of Using Professional Tree Trimming Services

hwd — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 03:22:28 +0000

Having trees around a property adds an understated yet imposing natural appeal to the area. They ensure that a constant flow of fresh air is maintained, and that shade is provided to shelter from the heat of the day. But like any other living thing, trees do require some maintenance, such as tree trimming. As they’re constantly exposed to the elements, they do need to be attended to regularly, and for a good number of reasons. If you’re handy enough, you could undertake these tasks yourself, but using a professional tree service is much better.

Why you should use a tree trimming service

A professional tree trimming service is a tremendous convenience, especially when you have a couple of trees that need taking care of. All the work is taken out of your hands, and all you need is to do is give instruction. The Maple Ridge and Greater Vancouver area is home to a variety of very tall trees. Their beauty cannot be understated, but trimming them down is quite the task. With a tree service, the need to hire any kind of equipment is eliminated.

Tree trimming can lead to healthier trees

With a professional tree service, you always stand guaranteed of better tree health. The health of the trees is evaluated, and the weakest branches and twigs – those that are diseased, unattractive or aged – are removed before they can cause any harm (break off and land on property, consequently bringing damage to it). Additionally, with a professional service, you get professional results. For instance, your flowering azaleas, and decorative shade trees are trimmed to give a radiating appeal, and your evergreens are trimmed to encourage better circulation of air and newer growths. Companies like GJ’s Tree Services offer tree trimming services but also offer other services such as tree removal and stump grinding, so you can get more done when you have a lot of trees on your property.

The cost of hiring a tree service in the Maple Ridge and Greater Vancouver area is not as elevated as one would otherwise presume. With contract options being provided, it is certainly cheaper than assembling the manpower and acquiring the tools to get the job done. If you need professional tree service, contact GJs Tree Services at 604-945-2999.

Is tree removal a necessary exercise?

hwd — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 03:15:25 +0000

Trees are plants that are friendly to our environment. As we all know, plants are a huge source of our oxygen. The campaign to protect trees has been an on going exercise because the benefits are many, beyond just a source of oxygen. They also act as water catchment areas, they add beauty to our land and they are used in educational institutions for people undertaking environmental studies. Sadly though, there are times when there is need for tree removal.

The reasons for Tree Removal

This can be as a result of many reasons. Such as these and many more:

Diseases which could be infectious to other surrounding trees
Safety to the public
A way of improving growth for more trees
In some areas, a certain height restriction must be considered
Destruction of property

Consider local laws before undertaking tree removal

Before the exercise of removing a tree is carried out, sometimes a legal process needs to be followed. Some municipal by-laws in the Greater Vancouver area allow the removal of a single tree while others may allow multiple trees to be removed. At times, tree removal may not necessarily be undertaken because of a hazard. Tree removal may be carried out if it is of benefit to the land and the surrounding environment. A good example is when a tree has to be removed because it has exceeded a certain height and is blocking sufficient sunlight to the plants underneath and surrounding the tree. This can be considered almost unfair, but sometimes necessary.

Any time you want to consider tree removal, bear in mind that you must follow an effective and safe procedure. After a removal, try to find a way to plant one or more new trees.