Tree roots growing above the ground are a common sight in the Pacific Northwest, particularly around older, well-established trees in Mount Vernon, Bellingham, Burlington, and Sedro-Woolley. These roots might weave through lawns, crack sidewalks, or rise slightly above the surface of garden beds. While some homeowners view them as a nuisance or a tripping hazard, […]
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What is Arborist Consulting? Arborist consulting is a professional service offered by certified arborists. It goes beyond trimming or removal and includes assessment, advice, planning, and reporting related to tree health, safety, and sustainability. A consulting arborist helps homeowners, developers, municipalities, and businesses understand tree biology, environmental conditions, and local regulations so they can make […]
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Tree branches add natural beauty and shade to any property, but when they grow too long or become damaged, they can turn from assets into liabilities. Overgrown limbs, storm damage, or low-hanging branches can pose safety hazards for your home, vehicles, and loved ones. Knowing when, why, and how to remove them properly can make […]
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In Skagit, the same winds that rattle valley barns can snap backyard maples. Heavy rains saturate clay soils until roots suffocate. Without tailored tree maintenance, one winter storm can turn a healthy-looking tree into a hazard. Trees that seem fine in summer may rot, crack, or topple by winter. The county’s climate, shaped by Puget […]
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Trees are among Bellingham’s most precious resources. They shade our streets, clean our air, moderate flooding, support habitat, and enhance property values. In the City of Bellingham’s Draft Urban Forest Plan, the goal is to increase tree canopy from about 40% in 2018 to 45% by 2050. City of Bellingham: Achieving that goal requires not […]
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