Saturday, October 20, 2012

Best and Safest Trees To Plant On Your Home



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If you are looking to plant a tree on your property the first question that comes to mind is which tree will be the best to suit your property.  We should start with the fact that the tree you plant needs to be a native of Region.  Uncommon species may get ruined with time and cause other problems like insects, disease or brittle... and also kill other plants to its surrounding as well as not lasting long.  Make sure that you also pick a tree depending on your yard size.
Lets also estate that there is no such thing as a perfect tree because all of them have different characteristics sometimes, a tree can grow slower or faster than expected. 
Just have in mind that trees also need up-keeping, many times a tree can die by not giving it the correct care and maintenance, this can harm it forever. 

Some of the most common and safest trees anyone can plant are:



  • White Oak Tree
  • Maple 
  • Cider Maple
  • Red Oak Maple
  • American Holly
  • American Elm






The main Reason why these trees can be your best bet is because these trees tend to have long roots under grown, they grow strong and firm. The roots develop and make it safe for you to have them around because you know they will be more danger proof than other trees such as Pines.


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Saturday, October 13, 2012

Dangerous Trees to Have In Your Property


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The statement says: "Plant A Tree, Write A Book, Have a Son" 

Every year trees fall causing big accidents and millions of dollars to home owners all across the country. That's why many times home owners have decided to cut down their tall trees.

Most of homeowners love their trees and would rather not get rid of them but these trees can be dangerous at times, that's why you should know which trees are the most common and can be dangerous so you can avoid an accident. 


Probably one of the most common dangerous tree that you can have around your home is: 


 PINES     

Pines are native of the Northern Hemisphere

Pine trees can be potentially dangerous to a property and specially a home if they are located very close to it, because they grow very tall and heavy but at the same time its roots don't grow very deep bellow the ground point.  That's why every time there are even potentially high winds or storms pines may be the ones on inclining and can cause big damage if they actually fall on your home. 

We would recommend to consult a tree specialist and get a free estimate to see how dangerous your trees can be to your property. 

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When Is The Best Time For Prunning


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Pruning is important for tree maintenance.



When to Prune:



Dead, diseased and broken wood can be removed at any time of year. The best time for general pruning is in before and after season, immediately before growth starts. It may be necessary to give fast-growing plants an additional light pruning or two during the growing season. Good judgment must be exercised when pruning. Severe pruning can usually be avoided if pruning is done annually. Also depending on weather conditions.



Why Prune?

Limit the pruning of most tree removal of dead, diseased and injured wood and to the maintenance of the natural shape of the plants.




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WHY DO I NEED A PERMIT TO REMOVE A TREE?


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When the weather damages trees many times people tend to believe that since a tree is located in their property they can decide whether or not they can remove a tree, but they can actually get in trouble if they don't investigate; they may need a permit of removal. If you are thinking whether or not taking down a tree on your own property, you would need to contact your Village to do so. If you don’t follow Village Code and remove trees unlawfully, you could be fined. The answer May Vary also depending in which Village you reside in. 
                                                         
                 You may need a permit:



Trees with trunks exceeding 6-12 inches in diameter.

None Common Tree species

Any tree located close to a busy street or close to a curb.

If a tree is completely healthy, many times Villages can send their own tree expert to revise the tree.

Depending the Location of it, even if it is inside your property.




                  You may not need a permit:




  • Small trees with thin trunk diameter of less than 6 inches.

  • A tree that is endangering your property or created some damage to your property.

  • A tree may be removed when an actual emergency is happening to protect your property and  people lives.

  • If a tree is determined by a tree expert to be dead or dying a report must be submitted to the Village building department.

  • A tree may also be removed if considered an invasive species.



We would always advice the home owner to investigate with your local town.




      Towns that may need permits: Suffolk and Nassau County, NEW YORK. 






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      Saturday, October 6, 2012

      How Much Does A Tree Removal Cost?

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      There are differents reasons on why tree removals vary in cost, many factors play a different role while removing a tree.  3 of the most important factors are:
       

      • LOCATION

      • HEIGHT

      • WIDTH
       
       
      Those 3 factors are the most defining ones.
       
      Trees located close to power lines or close to the streetmay requite certain risk factors or liability issues as well as also permition of removal. 
       
      Most property owners do not know what is fair or what is not fair when it comes to pricing a tree removal job.
       
      Always remember, the higher the risk, the higher the cost to remove a tree.
       
      Also Homeowners Dont know how to choose a company to do the job. Many times it doesnt mean that the more economical company will be the best for you.
       
      Make sure the company you hire is reputable one, with license up to date that has General Liability Insurance and  Workers Comp Insurance.
       
       
      Any more questions you can always Contact us and we'll answer all your questions.
       
       
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      Before and After Pictures from a Transplanting Job!


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      Here are some recent before and after photos from a recent transplanting job! Enjoy!