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Tree Pruning

Difficult People: Problems With a Neighbours’ Tree

What do I do about problems with a neighbour tree?  In the close quarters of many Toronto neighbourhoods, along with larger spaces in the city and in GTA suburbs, neighbourly disputes are common.  Everything from garbage bins to lawn maintenance to loud music can be a thing to argue about, and problems with a neighbour

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Construction & Renovation

When Do You Need a Tree Inspection Report? Part 2

Tree Inspection Reports, also called arborist reports, are made for many different reasons including tree removal, construction and safety concerns. In our post, When Do you Need an Arborist Report? Part 1, we discussed what goes into a tree inspection report, and how much they can cost. We also explained how arborists reports/tree inspection reports

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Construction & Renovation

When Do You Need An Arborist Report? Part 1

What are Some Reasons Your Property Needs a Certified Arborist Report? You may have heard the term “arborist report”, or been told you need one for some planned work. But what is an arborist report, and when do you need one? We’ll look at a few situations where you’ll require an arborist report. In some

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Honey locust tree branches on roof of Toronto house
Tree Pruning

What should I do about tree branches on the roof?

Tree branches can cause damage to homes A slowly creaking tree branch in the night: it could be the soundtrack to a horror movie, but instead it’s your bedroom, home office, or your child’s room. Tree branches on the house can be very annoying, and even scary. You may wonder, “Why is my tree always making

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Tree Pruning

The Best How-to DIY Tree Trimming Tips from Arborists

Disclaimer: The best advice we can give is to call a professional – for your own safety, for the safety of others and for the health of your tree. Every year homeowners and professionals are hurt and killed doing this work because it can be very dangerous. How to prune a tree: DIY Tree Trimming

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Toronto COVID backyard reno with new patio furniture on deck and fire pit
Construction & Renovation

Are your trees ready for your backyard reno?

The COVID Backyard Renovation You’ve Been Dreaming of   As we head into a second summer of pandemic with coronavirus case counts still at record levels in Ontario, many people are making plans to improve their outdoor space with a COVID Backyard Reno. Having friends and family over safely outside is something to look forward

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How Not to Plant a Tree

Did you know that the most likely causes of death for urban trees are improper planting and care, and damage, not old age? If a new tree is planted wrong, you could be setting your new tree up for failure too soon.

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