Arborist Tips & Seasonal News

Seattle Tree Care Mobile Food Drive flyer for Ballard Food Bank listing accepted donation items including peanut butter, canned goods, pasta, coffee, and vegan and gluten-free options, collected by STC arborists while on the road from December 21 to January 29.

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On the road for a food drive with Seattle Tree Care

This year, we feel extremely lucky to be in the tree business. Normally, we feel lucky to be in the tree business because we love trees. But this year, as we watch our friends, family, and fellow community members struggle with unemployment due to COVID, we feel lucky to be in an industry surviving the…
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Seattle Tree Care arborist sharpening a Stihl chainsaw blade alongside bottles of Woodinville Triple Barrel Blended Whiskey, connecting the craftsmanship of tree work with the wood used in whiskey barrel production.

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Whiskey and chainsaws!

Two things that don’t normally go well together made an amazing pair thanks to the work of our owner, Peter, our climber, Chase, and our all-terrain crane. When a few tall maples behind the Woodinville Whiskey Co.’s patio area started to drop limbs, they gave Seattle Tree Care a call to help make their outdoor…
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A clearing of trees are shrouded in smoke.

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Tree Maintenance for Fire Mitigation

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…
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Dramatic lightning strikes illuminating the night sky above silhouetted trees during a Seattle winter storm, highlighting the importance of storm-ready tree care and emergency tree services in the Pacific Northwest.

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Can You Save a Tree Struck by Lightning?

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…
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Seattle Tree Care welcomes nine new team members in branded orange uniforms, showcasing the company's growing arborist crew serving the greater Seattle area.

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Seattle Tree Care Welcomes New Team Members!

The Seattle Tree Care family welcomed nine new team members in the past two months! The reverberations of COVID-19 meant some of our employees moved away, either back home or to somewhere new. With this unfortunate loss, our company had the chance to cultivate new growth, much like how an expert tree pruning can transform…
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Parent and child watering a newly planted young tree with a green watering can, illustrating proper tree care and watering techniques for new trees in Seattle yards.

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Tips to Avoid Overwatering a Newly Planted Tree

You can trust the knowledge and experience of the professionals at Seattle Tree Care because they have the training and the hands-on experience to get the job done right the first time! Trees are tall, magnificent creatures that add so many benefits to our lives. This includes cleaning the air we breathe as well as…
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old tree stump in the summer park

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Stump Grinding Versus Stump Removal: What’s The Difference?

 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…
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Tree pruning being done with a small hand pruning tool.

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Why Tree Pruning Should Be Left to The Professionals

Seattle Tree Care tells you why tree pruning is better left to the pros - Greater Seattle region & Puget Sound area.
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Close-up of white blossoms and budding flowers on a fruit tree branch in early spring, signaling the ideal time for spring tree care and pruning services in Seattle, WA.

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STC Arborists Are Committed to Providing Consistent Care in Times of Calm & Crisis

In response to the COVID-19 crisis on March 23, 2020, Governor Inslee issued an Executive Order called “Stay at Home, Stay Healthy”. To limit infection statewide this order directs all movement to cease except for the business which provide essential services to support critical infrastructure, public safety & well-being. The order provides a list of…
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Inside the Job of an Arborist

How Seattle’s Tree Care Pros Differ from Landscapers An arborist is a botany professional trained in the science of planting, caring for, and managing individual trees. They are unlike a logger or forester, as they don’t focus on entire forests, but not a landscaper, as they specialize in woody plants. An ISA certified arborist has…
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How to Prevent Winter Tree Damage

Tree Service Experts in Seattle, WA Offer Quality Tips to Protect Your Trees In The Winter Season As a homeowner, keeping your property and family safe is going to be a major priority. While most people focus on things inside, like plumbing and electrical, your outdoor elements can be just as dangerous. Your trees offer…
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Seattle Tree Care Arborist project manager Ethan Childs

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Assessing Your Trees After a Winter Storm

It’s that time of year again when weather forecasts have us all looking up toward the sky in anticipation, but when you do you may also want to look a bit lower and assess your trees. If you have trees, especially large trees, near your home or in your yard it is always a good…
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