Simple Tips for Homeowners to Keep Their Trees Safe During Construction
Okay, so you want to make some changes to your home or build something new, but there are some trees nearby that you'd like to leave alone. We've got you covered with some practical tree service advice to keep those leafy friends safe during the construction mess. Let’s get started: Use a Strong Fence to Draw a Line Set up a strong fence around the work area before the builders start swinging hammers and driving bulldozers. A fence is the first thing that will keep tools and building materials from getting into your tree. Learn about the Trees Around You The trees around you are as unique as people. A tree arborist is a good person to check them out. Different trees handle the stress of construction in different ways. You can figure out the best way to keep them good during the construction by knowing their characteristics. Cover Those Roots with Mulch to Protect Them Cover the ground with a thick layer of mulch around your trees, all the way up to where their...