Pruning before bud break can be a great time to wrangle an untamed tree. It is easier to spot deadwood in the canopy and there is also less mess to clean up once everything is on the ground because there are no leaves. Disease pressure is also low with the cold temperatures. So visibility, ease…
The emerald ash borer has been running rampant killing ash trees left and right. If you are lucky enough to have trees which are still healthy there is still time to act and treat them if you have not already. We have treated numerous ash trees with excellent success at preventing or even repelling infestations….
Trees provide shade to your home which helps reduce cooling costs in the hot summer. However when branches are over your roof the shingles tend to stay damp a long time after it rains and debeis falls from the tree which can accumulate on your roof. This can lead to a growth of moss, cyanobacteria…
In short, no. Often times tree work can present unseen challenges that can throw ill equipped unlicensed companies for a loop. Arborists are not landscapers, landscapers are not arborists. You would not ask a plumber to wire your electric panel. People think they can do a lot of things. Safely taking down a tree that…
Here we have a tree that is too big for the space. It also has the electric service running right through it. Rubbing branches can remove the coating and and also make it easy for rodents to access the wire for chewing. Wires can even be pulled off the house which is costly to repair…
Have you ever heard someone say “jeese if only I had kept up on the trimming.” It happens more often than you might think. Trees growing in close proximity to a house require regular maintenance in order to keep them maintained. If you are not going to do it yourself consider hiring a reputable company…
Hi folks! It has been a few weeks since a post, we have been very busy everyday but I wanted to share with you something we did for a very special client and friend in Cromwell, CT. There was a bunch of overgrown brush, so we got rid of it! After speaking with the homeowner…
Sometimes a tree looks small enough to take down yourself. A word of caution, there are hazards present in residential settings such as powerlines. Working around those can result in destruction to property, serious injury or even death. Just because it seems easy on youtube does not mean it is. We spoke to someone who…
The gypsy moth menace is back! What to look for- Holes in leaves Leaf defoliation on trees and shrubs Raining #### when the sun is out. What to do to manage the pest and solve the issue- Easy, call LaPila Arborists and Design, LLC We are fully equipped with the right equipment to handle all…
Hi there, One of the greatest things a tree care company can do is plant a new tree. With so many options to choose from it is important to select the best candidate for the job. We work with our clients to make suggestions and recommendations based upon their specific needs. Sometimes we are called…