[ad_1] tree service The North American B-25 Mitchell Driving down New Highway, which skirts the perimeter of Farmingdale, Long Island’s, Republic Airport, on the still-warm, crystal-blue Labor Day morning in 2006, and glimpsing the tails of the World War II B-24 Liberator, B-17 Flying Fortress, and B-25 Mitchell bombers, I had once again realized that …
[ad_1] The International Society of Arboriculture recently announced the selection of Caitlyn Pollihan as its new executive director. Pollihan — who is expected to transition to the position by July 1 — brings to the ISA a background in forestry leadership and association management. Caitlyn Pollihan Pollihan has served as the executive director of the Council of …
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[ad_1] tree service Tree Trimming and Tree Care Service Business Tree care and trimming can be done by a one-man business or a large corporate business. The larger business will be able to have the more expensive equipment which means they can be bigger trees with much greater speed as far as trimming is concerned. …
[ad_1] One of the hottest fitness trends in recent years is CrossFit, a strength and conditioning program based on functional movements — lifting heavy objects, moving loads over distance and striving to maximize output by accomplishing the greatest amount of work in the shortest time. All of this probably sounds familiar to those working in …
Despite the drought in Southern California, residents of Northern and Central California have not had an issue with water restrictions. Even so, some residents have decided to install synthetic grass on their properties. In the Bay Area, beautification as well as gopher holes have been major reasons for switching to artificial grass. Manufacturers like Synthetic …
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Pines grow in most every state of the U.S., and are planted for many reasons. They offer year-round color, protect homes from wind and snow, subtle fragrance, harborage for wildlife and a great backdrop to help show off ornamentals planted in front of them. Unfortunately, they are susceptible to several maladies. It’s important to …
Chain saws have finally cut the cord. You heard it right: the white-hot trend right now in chain saws is cordless. “My gasoline-powered chain saw can destroy a cordless,” you say. But that’s just it: Cordless technology has made these chain saws just as powerful and effective as gasoline models. “When we do classes or …
Stability and safety of the trees on your customer’s properties are just as important as the aesthetics that they provide. It’s up to you as a tree service provider to inform your clients of the status of their trees in terms of health and longevity as well as the immediate, short term needs that may …
At the outset, “right tree, right place” seems to be a rather simple concept, doesn’t it? Yet, I see so many poorly placed trees, I sometimes wonder if proper tree placement is, in fact, simple. Or is ignorance or inexperience to blame for so many trees being planted in so many inappropriate locations? If you …
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Spring is the time when nature comes back to life. For tree care companies in many parts of the country, there’s a similar feeling. Even in the far north, most continue operations during the winter months, but it’s often on a scaled-back level, with limitations on what kind of jobs can be done and smaller …
STIHL MS 193 T chain saw The MS 193 T chain saw is an in-tree saw designed for professional arborists and tree service personnel. Users will appreciate its robust power-to-weight ratio and compact, ergonomic top-handled design. The tool’s fuel efficient engine technology reduces fuel costs and emissions. It comes with a toolless retainer for the …
Wintertime is trade show season for the tree care industry. During our so-called slow season, I try to attend as many of these winter trade shows and conferences as I can. There’s always something new to learn in this business or brush up on. At the shows, I shop for potential new equipment, attend seminars …
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It’s no secret to companies in the tree care business that quality, skilled employees are hard to come by. What’s more of a mystery is coming up with successful strategies for finding skilled labor. “It’s an issue for anyone in the tree industry,” says Arthur Batson Jr., president of Lucas Tree Service Hampton Roads Experts, …
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“It’s important to set yourself apart from the competition,” Judy Macauley, marketing manager for Blooma Tree Service Hampton Roads Experts in Seattle, told Tree Service Hampton Roads Services in 2014. “Some companies rely on cheap price, some rely on quick turnaround. Whatever it is, you should have something that is unique to your company that …
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In the world of arboriculture, or at least the arborist, a variety of factors impart effects on the trees we care for each and every day. One of the most impactful, or at least most commonly referred to is weather. The adage goes like this: “Can’t figure out what’s wrong with a customer’s tree? Well, …
In the world of arboriculture, or at least the arborist, a variety of factors impart effects on the trees we care for each and every day. One of the most impactful, or at least most commonly referred to is weather. The adage goes like this: “Can’t figure out what’s wrong with a customer’s tree? Well, …
For all the information and training available on the technical aspects of tree care work — chainsaw operation, climbing, chipper safety, etc. — one topic that’s often overlooked is estimating. And, really, for a business to succeed, nothing could be more important. Estimating is the foot in the door — the chance to make an …
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We’re only human, right? Whenever we get a user manual, whether it’s for a toaster or lawn mower, we generally toss it aside and have at the machine. When it comes to chain saws and safety, Terry Green, technical manager for outdoor power equipment for Makita, implores that you don’t do this. “First, read and …
A couple of weeks ago, local temperatures fell well below zero degrees Fahrenheit. As with much of the country, during the holidays, night time temperatures plummeted to record lows. By chance, that same week, I happened to overhear a phone conversation between one of our younger staff and a concerned tree owner. Evidently, the symptoms …
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Credit have come a long way since the first one, a Diners’ Club card, was introduced back in the 1950s. There are now countless credit card options on the market, and even more ways to use them. Financial company NerdWallet calculates that the average American family now carries more than $16,000 in credit card debt, …
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