Posts by Peter Gruenwoldt

When a tree topples, is there any way to save it? Our Arborists explain how some uprooted trees can be saved and why others should be removed.

ISA Certified Arborists from Seattle Tree Care share how to reduce fire hazards on your property.  While Seattle’s unusually cool and wet summer weather this year has meant less fire-related danger, it’s still important to take proper action to reduce fire hazards on your property. A good fire mitigation plan starts with the tree care. …

DIY Tree Trimming Foibles: Mistakes that Cost Do-it-yourself tree care can do more harm than good, say Seattle, Washington tree experts. 4 Mistakes that Homeowners Make in Tree Trimming Trees are living things and though they may be hardy, there are many things that can injure and infect trees. Just as you wouldn’t want an untrained…

Local Seattle tree service company takes a moment to talk about the tools of their trade.  As with every profession, being an arborist requires the use of certain tools to help them accomplish their responsibilities. Just as a healthcare professional needs a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope, a tree health professional needs special equipment to…

Expert Arborists in Seattle, WA, Will Discuss Tree Illnesses and When You Should Have Your Tree Cut Down Your Guide to Tree Removal Trees live for hundreds of years. They are hardy and very much needed for many species to survive in the world. But sometimes, cutting down a tree is necessary for the protection…

Here in the Emerald City, we are lucky to encounter lush, tree-lined vistas throughout our urban environment. Trees help create healthy ecosystems, increase property values, and contribute to a well-functioning and effective network of public utilities. But not all greenery is created equal! We see a mosaic of native, ornamental, and invasive species interact in…

Drought and carelessness have resulted in a wildfire season that lasts for months on the West Coast. Flora and fauna fall victim to the heat and flames, smoke and ash make the air unbreathable, and people are losing their homes and even their lives. As the fires creep closer, homeowners on the West Coast may…

Expert Arborists in Seattle, WA, Share Important Information About Proper Care for a Tree Struck by Lightning The Aftermath When a Tree is Struck by Lightning When a tree is struck by lightning, you may see minimal outward damage, but it doesn’t mean that the tree is fine. Lightning is incredibly powerful and anytime it…

Seattle, WA Tree Service Experts Help You Choose Your Stump Removal Process Making an informed decision on what tree services are right for the home can feel complicated and confusing. When it comes to tree stump removal, with options like stump grinding or stump removal, it can be easy for a homeowner to quickly become…