How to Prune a Tree
Pruning helps trees grow strong and look neat and attractive. You would prune a tree to remove damaged branches, allow for new growth or create a distinctive shape. It's important…
What has you excited about the future of the tree care industry & what are the biggest challenges?
with Steve Navarro The thing I am most excited about for the future with Embark Services is the potential for growth. We have worked hard over the last year to…
The Best of (and Worst of) Texas Trees
Texas is a paradise for trees. From the piney woods of East Texas to the oak forests of Central Texas, the Lone Star State is home to many native tree…
Is Your Tree Dying? 10 Signs to Look For
Did you know that OSHA says that trees are more dangerous than sharks! Each year, more people die from falling trees than from shark attacks. Taking proper care of your…
Fall is the Perfect Time for Tree Trimming
Fall is a great time to trim your trees. Temperatures are cool which means the trees are not stressed from the summer heat and will handle pruning well. This is…
Tips to Pick Out the Right Tree for Your Landscape
Trees are great. Who doesn't love trees? They are both beautiful and functional and can help enhance any property or garden. Want proof of that? Take a drive through the…
What are the zombie trees everybody’s talking about and what can be done about them?
Zombie trees are the freeze damaged trees, palms and shrubs on commercial and residential properties that are a result of the cold front that came through in early 2021. The…
What is the importance of recruiting and retaining the right people in the tree care industry?
It Saves Time Hiring the right person for the job means that person is adding to your productivity. Hiring the wrong person will take away from the efficiency in the…
What attracted you to the arbor industry and what do you like most about working with trees?
The arbor industry in Houston has exponentially grown during the past few years. More people are attracted to working in the arbor care industry more than ever today. I was…
What changes have you seen in the arbor business over the last 20 years?
Technology is absolutely the biggest change I have seen impact the tree trimming industry over the last twenty years. Before it was just a pen and paper that you had…
