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Tree Removal ...
Although most quality
trees have few problems, occasionally problems arise
that are so serious the tree must be removed because
it poses a hazard to people and property. A tree may
be a hazard if:
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Trunk has shifted from a vertical to a leaning
position
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Angle of trunk lean has become more acute
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Tree has been struck by lightening
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Signs of severe disease
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Large percentage of dying limbs
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Abnormally large cracks in trunk
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Hollow cavities in trunk or major limbs
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Rotting areas in trunk or major limbs
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History of major root disturbance, damage, or
destruction
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Tree growing too close to home, sidewalk, or
driveway
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Lesser quality tree reaching end of its life
span
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Wind or other storm damage
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Adjacent trees dying or falling
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Soil level around tree raised or lowered more
than an inch
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Large percentage of leaves develop unusual color
or size inconsistent with current season
The
Health, safety, and appearance of your valuable
trees is very important to us. First we will
evaluate the health and structural integrity of your
trees. Then we will work with you to decide whether
removal is necessary.
 When removal is
necessary, Paul Bunyan's Tree Service crew will
carefully remove the tree. Thanks to our years of
experience, we know how to remove trees without
damaging surrounding structures and trees. Our 60
foot bucket truck allows us to remove even the
tallest trees safely. After the work is done all
debris will be cleaned up and disposed of utilizing
our chipper shredder machine.
Be sure take
advantage of Paul Bunyan's Tree Service stump
grinding service. Stump grinding puts an end to
waiting years for the unsightly stump to rot,
wasting money on stump rotting potions that don't
work, or mowing around the offending stump forever.
Stump grinding removes all evidence there was ever a
tree in the spot. The stump is ground off below
surface level so you can plant in or near the stump
ground area immediately.
When that time comes,
you can rest assured that we will take every
precaution when it comes to protecting your valuable
property.
Our experienced
arborists possess the skill it takes to safely
perform difficult, even hazardous take-downs while
having minimal impact on your landscape.
Pruning
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Introduction - The
objective of pruning is to produce strong, healthy,
attractive plants. By understanding how, when and
why to prune, and by following a few simple
principles, this objective can be achieved.
Reasons For Pruning
The main reasons for pruning ornamental and
shade trees include safety, health, and aesthetics.
In addition, pruning can be used to stimulate fruit
production and increase the value of timber. Pruning
for safety (Fig. 1A) involves removing
branches that could fall and cause injury or
property damage, trimming branches that interfere
with lines of sight on streets or driveways, and
removing branches that grow into utility lines.
Safety pruning can be largely avoided by carefully
choosing species that will not grow beyond the space
available to them, and have strength and form
characteristics that are suited to the site.
Pruning for health (Fig. 1B) involves
removing diseased or insect-infested wood, thinning
the crown to increase airflow and reduce some pest
problems, and removing crossing and rubbing
branches. Pruning can best be used to encourage
trees to develop a strong structure and reduce the
likelihood of damage during severe weather. Removing
broken or damaged limbs encourages wound closure.
Pruning for aesthetics (Fig. 1C) involves
enhancing the natural form and character of trees or
stimulating flower production. Pruning for form can
be especially important on open-grown trees that do
very little self-pruning.
All woody plants shed
branches in response to shading and competition.
Branches that do not produce enough carbohydrates
from photosynthesis to sustain themselves die and
are eventually shed; the resulting wounds are sealed
by
woundwood (callus). Branches that are poorly
attached may be broken off by wind and accumulation
of snow and ice. Branches removed by such natural
forces often result in large, ragged wounds that
rarely seal. Pruning as a cultural practice can be
used to supplement or replace these natural
processes and increase the strength and longevity of
plants.
Trees have many forms, but the most common types are
pyramidal (excurrent)
or spherical (decurrent
). Trees with pyramidal crowns, e.g., most
conifers, have a strong central stem and lateral
branches that are more or less horizontal and do not
compete with the central stem for dominance. Trees
with spherical crowns, e.g., most hardwoods, have
many lateral branches that may compete for
dominance.
To reduce the need for pruning it is best to
consider a tree's natural form. It is very difficult
to impose an unnatural form on a tree without a
commitment to constant maintenance.
Pollarding and
topiary are extreme examples of pruning to
create a desired, unnatural effect. Pollarding is
the practice of pruning trees annually to remove all
new growth. The following year, a profusion of new
branches is produced at the ends of the branches.
Topiary involves pruning trees and shrubs into
geometric or animal shapes. Both pollarding and
topiary are specialized applications that involve
pruning to change the natural form of trees. As
topiary demonstrates, given enough care and
attention, plants can be pruned into nearly any
form. Yet just as proper pruning can enhance the
form or character of plants, improper pruning can
destroy it.
Lightning Protection ...
Trees Only
Contrary to
popular belief, lightning does not strike completely
at random. The risk of a tree or structure being hit
by lightning can depend on a number of factors.
These may include height, elevation, conductivity,
and location with respect to other potential
targets. This vulnerability can be practically
eliminated with a properly installed lightning
protection system.
Many people
believe the purpose of lightning rods is to guide
the lightning's energy to the ground through copper
cables. In fact a lightning protection system's
primary function is to dissipate positive ions from
the ground, thus neutralizing the electrical tension
in the atmosphere.
Paul Bunyan's Tree Service, Inc.
- Our professionally-trained staff will specify and
install a lightning protection system for your
buildings or trees at competitive prices. Call Us:
540-890-6550 today for a consultation.
Fertilization & Spraying ...
Landscape plants will look better
and will be healthier when properly fertilized, and
now your trees and shrubs can receive this valuable
fertilization from our special landscape feeding
application. Available in late fall, this
application provides nitrogen fertility for the
following growing season so that your plants will be
able to develop vigorous roots, foliage, flowers,
and fruits.
Fertilizer will be inserted
equally into 6-inch deep injection holes placed
around the driplines of trees, shrubs, and other
perennial ornamentals. A minimum of 1 pound of
nitrogen per 1000 square feet of canopy will be
injected. This will provide a season of slow
releasing nitrogen for your landscape plants with
minimum stress to you grass.
Fertilizer is injected right in the root zone for
easier uptake by the plant. Plants are healthiest
when roots and canopy are in equilibrium. Ninety
percent of tree roots are in the top two feet of
soil and are directly reached by this injection.
Fertilizer is delivered directly to the roots for
better results. Fertilizer is injected just inside
the dripline of all landscape plants excluding
roses.
Cable Bracing ...
Cable bracing is used
to support structurally weak trees that are
susceptible to damage from winds, storms, or even
the weight of their own foliage. This support
technique uses hardware to make the tree more
structurally stable. As Certified Arborists, it is
our responsibility to safeguard people, property,
and the environment from potentially hazardous
trees.
When Is Cable
Bracing Required?
- Weak or
Structurally Suspect Crotches in Tree
- The Appearance
of a Crack At or Just Below a Crotch
- Tight "V" Crotch
with Included Bark
- A Split at a
Primary Trunk Crotch
- Multi-Stem Trees
with Suspect Crotches
- Trees with Heavy
Foliage
- Stress Damage
from Wind, Weight of Snow, Rain or Ice
The first two
pictures show the presence of a crack at or just
below a crotch. The third picture illustrates a
tree with a tight "V" crotch with included bark (a
condition in which the bark of the tree trunk and
the branch both grow into each other).
Information
If any of the above
trees resemble a tree in your yard and you would
like more information on cable bracing, please call
our office at: 540.890.6550.
Stump Removals ...
Stump removal is seldom included as part of
a tree removal operation. In most cases it is
handled as a separate work order for execution at a
later date. The primary reason this is done centers
around the specialized equipment necessary for
removing a stump.
The fastest and most efficient way to get rid
of a stump is to grind it to below ground level
using a large machine called a stump cutter or stump
grinder. These machines are impractical when the
stump is intertwined with rocks, squeezed tightly
between sidewalk and curb, surrounded by pavement,
up against a foundation or on wet, soggy ground. In
such places, we resort to pick, shovel and axe to
work the stump out. Stump removal is a job that
Paul Bunyan's Tree Service, Inc. crews do their
utmost to perform expeditiously and safely...
Grinding & Tree Planting...
If you would like to
replace your stump with a tree in the same or close
location we can help by digging the hole as we cut
out the stump.
The Tree Can Then Be Planted By:
1. You, the
customer.
2. Us, if the tree is available when the stump
is cut.
3. Any commercial nursery you make arrangements
with.
All Work Conforms
to the Standards of Specifications of The Tree Care
Industry (TCIA) Association - formally the National
Arborist Association and
have an on site
certified arborist who specializes in treatment and
fertilization of trees.
 Paul
Bunyan's Tree Service, Inc. has
been in business
for 36 years
servicing commercial and residential clients in
Virginia and proud to be a member of Better Business
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