What should people NEVER do when tending to their trees?
- Don't trim oak trees from May 1st to September 30th because they may spread disease.
- Make sure the company you hire has the correct insurance (liability and workman's comp). Keep in mind that health insurance isn't workman's comp when asking.
- Do not plant species of a tree that will grow to be over 12'' in diameter within 15 feet of the house.
What can you do to keep your trees and plants healthy?
- Keep your trees trimmed.
- Plant trees that will shade your yard. The residual effect from the shade will help reduce your cost of utilities in the summer months.
- Keep trees from rubbing up against your home, the life of your windows, sidings and screens will be longer.
- Be sure that trees around power lines are properly trimmed.
- It is better to trim a dead branch out of a tree rather than letting it fall out naturally.
- If you have a dead tree, do not wait to call for assistance with removal. The longer a dead tree remains at its location, the more complicated the removal process becomes; the end result is increased cost for removal.