Trust Embark With Your Large or Delicate Tree Removal Projects, Part One
Although trees are a beautiful and vital part of our local landscape, over time some trees can become overgrown or hazardous to nearby structures or communities. However, removing trees can be extremely dangerous or risky because of a tree’s size and proximity to homes, structures, or other property. Ultimately, tree removal
The Benefits of Protecting Trees During Construction
During residential construction projects, there are many important safety and logistical factors to consider, such as electrical and plumbing connections, gas lines, and nearby structures. While construction crews often put safety precautions into place to avoid utility disruptions and potential damage, the one area often overlooked is protecting existing trees in the
Does Your Basic Landscaper Also Handle Your Tree Trimming?
In our busy society, people are always looking for new ways to save time or make things more efficient, whether at home, in the workplace or in their personal lives. This is also true of many residential homeowners that allow basic landscapers to also handle their tree trimming projects for the sole
Careless Landscapers Can Harm You, Themselves and Your Property
Have you ever witnessed a landscaper or tree trimmer performing a task in a dangerous and unsafe way? Perhaps you drove by a worker up in a tree trimming branches, but without a safety harness or other protective gear. Maybe you passed by a landscape worker applying pesticide or fertilizer out of a used
Does Your Tree Care Company Know How To Avoid Electrocution Dangers?
When homeowners have large trees growing near power or utility lines, this can pose a major threat to nearby people, buildings and other structures. For this reason local power companies, such as CenterPoint or Entergy, proactively trim back limbs and branches that might interfere or damage power lines. However, many
Common Tree Planting Mistakes, Part Three
Property owners have a variety of options available for improving the beauty, health and value of their property, including adding irrigation systems, getting regular tree trimming, and having quality fertilizer applied. One other way residential property owners can improve the overall value, appearance and health of their property is through tree planting. Tree planting
Common Tree Planting Mistakes, Part Two
Tree planting is a wonderful way to increase the aesthetic, environmental and economic value of your residential property. However, while tree planting may seem like a simple process, there are many common mistakes people make when planting trees that can easily lead to stunted growth and even tree death. Trees are an
Common Tree Planting Mistakes, Part One
Trees are a vital part of our Houston landscape, adding substantial environmental, economic and aesthetic value to our city and surrounding neighborhoods. In recent years there has been an increase in tree planting throughout communities in the Houston area as people become more passionate about protecting and promoting our environment. However, tree planting,
The Dangers of Hazardous Trees
The greater Houston area is home to a variety of neighborhoods and communities, ranging from preserved historic neighborhoods to master planned subdivisions. Large, mature trees that surround these neighborhoods have provided years of shade, beauty and value to the Houston area. Trees are a beautiful part of our environment, but
Healthy Trees Start With Proper Root Collar Care
Most tree owners know that in order to help your trees thrive, they need good fertilization, adequate moisture throughout the year, and routine tree pruning to prevent breakage. However, a significant, but often overlooked, component to maintaining year-round tree health is to properly care for your tree’s root collar area. Proper care of your tree’s
