The Dangers of Tree Work

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According to Work Safe BC, there were over 150 tree work service fatalities last year. Tree work is serious business, which is why Green Leaf Tree hires certified arborists and tree fallers. Training and safety regulations are two factors that decrease a crew member's likelihood of injury. When a client asks us for a quote, the safety of our crew and clients is paramount. Proximity to power lines, structures, roads and environmental hazards are all factors when we issue a quote and complete a job. 

Operating a chainsaw is dangerous enough on the ground, let alone at sixty- eighty feet high in the air! Our team members take a chainsaw course in order to be certified to operate such equipment. Our entire crew also takes an aerial rigging course so that they can safely climb and fall trees as well as execute a service that requires rigging in accordance with our insurance. These continuing education courses are also part of our overall business costs. When you receive a quote consider the amount of safety precautions and training that will go into your job. We know that our customers expect professional service that is safe and swift. 

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How Much Does it Cost to Remove a Tree?

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How Much Does it Cost to Remove a Tree?

Factors Considered When Determining the Cost of a Tree Removal:

Most factors, to some degree, are tied with how they affect the amount of time that is required to complete the tree removal process.

More dangerous jobs require more time to complete; Trees that are in a poor location will require more time to remove, and trees that are above homes or near other structures often involve rigging (lowering sections of wood with ropes, arborist blocks and pulleys) which will require more time to remove. Anything that takes more time, costs more money. Also equipment costs come into play. Often there no other options to safely remove a tree other than employing the use of a crane which will also add a significant cost to the project.

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4 Things to Consider When Hiring a Tree Service

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4 Things to Consider When Hiring a Tree Service

Tree work is a highly specialized and dangerous job. Therefore, it is important to ensure that you hire a reputable tree service company with the proper insurance, expertise and equipment to get the job done safely and efficiently. 

If you're in the process of looking for a local tree service to hire, here are some tips and factors to consider as part of your purchase process:

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Not all pruning is good!

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Pruning a Willow tree at a historic site. One of the most common questions we field is when is the proper time to prune a tree. While this can be an important question, I believe the more important question should be, why are we wanting to prune the tree? Aesthetics, dead wood removal, clearance from structures or a reduction in size are reasons for pruning. It is best to keep in mind that pruning a tree can be very harmful if done improperly. It is best to seek the advise of an ISA Certified arborist when looking for consultation about the health and well-being of your trees. The attached picture is of a Weeping Willow we pruned at Kinsmen Beach in Invermere in order to remove deadwood and to raise the crown for clearance. Give us a call to have your trees assessed by an ISA Certified Arborist today. Beware of those claiming experience but no credentials as often poor experience leads to long term damage to trees.

Vista Enhancement

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View enhancement - Windermere BC

Often, views are obscured over time by encroaching vegetation. We are experts at properly pruning and or selectively removing trees to ensure those million dollar views are maintained. The attached photo is a before and after view from our clients deck in Windermere BC. It is very important for the health of the trees to access the canopies without the use of spurs (spikes used to ascend).

To help maintain the health of your trees and to enhance your views make sure to hire professionally certified Arborists and ensure they don't climb your trees using spurs!

For any outdoor stone work or landscape installation, we recommend Set in Stone Landscape Construction. 

Tree Removal Golden BC

/ Green Leaf Tree Services Ltd/

Tree removal Golden BCWe are specialists in large and hazardous tree removals. We are properly trained and certified climbing arborists with many years of experience removing trees in confined and hazardous situations. Using properly trained and certified professionals helps to ensure a safe and successful outcome for your tree removal needs and also protects you the homeowner from any potential liability. The attached picture is from a tree removal project in Golden BC.

Green Leaf is Hiring!

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We have a position available in the Columbia Valley for a skilled climber with ISA certification. We are seeking a production climber to lead a crew and to provide excellent tree services to our customers. Experience required in all facets of tree care from removals, fine pruning and structural bracing etc. Drop us a line at info@greenleaftree.ca or call 250-344-0188 for more details

Mountain Pine Beetle

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1. Survey and Evaluate: Determine the number and species of trees, any possible infestation and the number of trees that may be susceptible to infestation. 2. Preventative Spraying/ removal of infected trees. 3. Eradication: Fire mitigation and thinning the tree count can decrease competition for nutrients between trees. Pruning lower dead and dying branches can greatly increase a tree's health, as can clearing the surrounding forest floor. (Some biomass is beneficial, but too much can be harmful to the trees.) 4. Replant/Renew Growth
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