A Not So Merry Christmas.

That is odd…Christmas in September?  What is that all about?  It concerns the blight of the Northern Nevada pine tree.  It is known as “needle blight and it generally describes the sudden demise of pine needles (tomorrow’s Christmas trees).  It usually is spotted at the tip of the needle with a gray discoloration.

A comprehensive study of pine needle blight syndrome was conducted several years ago.  There were a variety of factors cited as the cause of pine needle blight on the Northern Nevada landscape.  There may be fungal pathogens or environmental stress, for example.

Be that as it may, we live in harmony with our trees.  Their health is vital to your property and the planet in general.  In the Reno area, you can always trust Greg Chavez, The Tree Professional to identify and treat the symptoms of arboreal disease.  Invite him out to your property by calling (775) 420-8694.

Time for a Decent Burial.

How do you determine life or death?  Well, it may not be that be simple when the subject is trees on your property.  Here are a few ways to tell if a particular branch is alive or dead.  At first, you might find you need to go up for a closer examination, but over time you’ll start to get a sense from the ground.

Is a branch leafless while its counterparts are flourishing?  Have you noticed that seemingly dead leaves are clinging to a branch while others around it are bare?  Look carefully at the bark.  If it is bare, thereby exposing the smooth wood beneath it that is a sure sign.  The obvious one is noticing large clumps of fungus growing on the tree.

It all adds up to one thing.  Those limbs or that tree need to go.  Knowing when, where, and how are the reasons you contact a tree professional.  In Reno that choice is simple.  You call The Tree Professional…Northern Nevada’s tree health and maintenance experts.  Let them come out and give you an estimate before summer turns quickly to winter by calling (775) 420-8694.

To Prune or Not to Prune.

That is the question.  We are not talking about staying “regular”, although that is a good idea.  The reference here is when and how to have the trees pruned on your property in the Reno Nevada area.  First of all, we want to give you a head’s up now that the ideal time for pruning is in a couple of months when the weather turns.

How to prune is something probably best left to a tree professional.

1.  Dead or dying branches should be removed…a pro will know which ones.

2.  Prune well below any diseased limbs and NOT when they are wet!

3.  When two branches cross…cut off the smaller of the two.

4.  Leave room for plenty of sunlight to reach the middle of the tree.

When you love trees and recognize them as living monuments you take great pride in your work.  That is the case of Greg Chavez and his crew.  They are Northern Nevada’s tree professionals.  Please visit the beautiful gallery and satisfied reviews at www.thetreeprofessional.com.  Then call for an appointment on your property at (775) 420-8694.

Going Out on a Limb.

Did you ever wonder where that expression comes from?  It was used in politics back in the late 1880’s as it was obvious what it meant.  When a politician left the “safety” of the center of the “tree” he was going “out on a limb”.  Everyone knows not to try to climb out on unsafe limbs and try to trim them.

However, what many try to do is a certain amount of tree-trimming that they THINK is safe.  That decision is not only dangerous, but could be downright serious.  Are you really willing to risk your future and your family’s by being some ersatz Paul Bunyan just to save a few dollars and have it done right?

It is not just about the money, but how is the job going to look when you are done.  One of Northern Nevada’s best tree-trimming professionals is Greg Chavez.  If are not convinced then visit www.thetreeprofessional.com.  See the gallery of his work.  Then call for an appointment at (775) 420-8694.

What is an Arborist?

No, it is not someone who works in a ship yard.  Let’s give you a dictionary definition.  An arborist is a professional involved in the cultivation, management, and study of trees, shrubs, and other perennial woody plants.  Generally, an arborist concentrates on the individual health and maintenance of such living organisms.

If an arborist is required to work near power lines additional training is required.  Those that climb use a number of techniques such as “single rope” or “double rope”.  They may also use spikes attached to their chainsaw boots with straps that ascend to do their work.  It sounds somewhat romantic and dangerous!

Greg Chavez is proud to be a Northern Nevada arborist.  You would have to ask him where he developed his love for trees, but count on this…if you have a tree or shrub that needs to be removed or trimmed you won’t do better than inviting Greg onto your property to estimate the job.  Call The Tree Professional today at (775) 420-8694.

I’m a Lumberjack and I’m Okay.

Remember the Monty Python sketch?  Google it if you want.  It is just a humorous way of reminding you that the art of cutting down a tree is just that…an art.  There is safety involved and the clean-up can be challenging to get the area looking lush and beautiful long after that offending oak has been removed.

It starts with a professional who really takes pride in the art of proper tree removal.  It may be a mundane task to you, but NOT to Greg Chavez and his team.  The Tree Professionals of Northern Nevada are exactly that…tree professionals.  If you excel in a given task you want people to be aware.  Well, we want you to know about Greg.

When you need a tree removed in the Reno area you should turn to The Tree Professionals every time.  They offer a healthy 20% discount to seniors, veterans, and the physically challenged!  The choice seems pretty clear doesn’t it?  Call The Tree Professionals for tree removal or trimming in Northern Nevada at (775) 420-8694.

If You Could Be a Tree What Tree Would You Be?

Remember Barbara Walter’s signature line?  Well…if you could plant a tree in Northern Nevada what tree would you plant?  We may have finally come out of that drought of the early 2010’s so our fancy lightly turns to thoughts of healthy trees in our backyard.  Here is a tip…choose a tree that can thrive in our ever-changing weather.

This isn’t Las Vegas, so plant accordingly.  Consider the sycamore.  It is a great tree for the Reno area.  They have a high tolerance for drought which is bound to happen again.  They provide mucho shade.  They grow like majestic “weeds” (but don’t look like them).  Best of all, perhaps is that they are practically bug-free!

Now, if and when a tree becomes a burden or a hazard there is one clear-cut choice.  Logically, he is called The Tree Professional.  His name is Greg Chavez.  Lest you think that Greg does not take his responsibility as one of Nevada’s top tree removers seriously visit his website at www.thetreeprofessional.com.  Call him anytime at (775) 420-8694.

Who Pays for a Fallen Tree?

Remember the old saying, “If a tree falls in the woods and nobody is around does it make a noise?”  That may sound silly, but what is very serious is when your neighbor’s tree falls on your house who pays to have it removed?  We hope that you are never involved in such an incident, but there is over 12 million dollars a year in property damage caused by fallen trees.

After you’re sure that no one has been injured by the event the next thing to do is talk to your neighbor, exchange insurance information, and take pictures.  Do not panic!  As long as everyone is safe…take a deep breath.  Later you can assess, with the help of an insurance adjuster or an attorney, who should pay for the clean-up.

One thing is definite.  If that ever happens to you or a loved one in Northern Nevada the clean-up part is easy.  You immediately call Greg Chavez the leading Reno area tree removal expert.  Depending on where the limbs are laying this is ONLY a job for a skilled professional.  Call Greg right as soon as you can at (775) 420-8694.

The Trees of Northern Nevada.

We have a very diverse state with four distinctive seasons here in the northern part of Nevada.  So, what trees are the best to have growing on your property?  In previous years the drought impacted which trees would thrive in our environment.  The most important thing is to plant trees that withstand the ever-changing weather conditions.

Sycamores are great trees for Northern Nevada.  They are nearly free of bugs, they grow quickly, and they provide a wonderful area of shade.  Another variety with similar qualities is the Horse Chestnut.  If we suffer through another drought then be aware that the Aspen is not particularly resilient to a prolonged lack of moisture.

You can do the research as to which trees will look best on your property and choose accordingly.  When it comes to the maintenance, or perhaps removal of any tree on your land…no research is needed.  You call Northern Nevada tree removal expert Greg Chavez of The Tree Professional.  He is simply the best.  Call for a free estimate at (775) 420-8694.

Ahhh…Choo!

Tree pollen allergies can be debilitating.  For those of you who suffer from them this is the time of year that you dread.  Many assume that trees bearing colorful flowers will trigger those awful symptoms.  The truth is, flowering trees usually have “stickier” pollen that does NOT tend to blow in the wind.

Here are some tips to manage those spring allergies –

1.  Know which trees trigger your sneezing and wheezing.

2.  Avoid contact as much as possible.  Take precautions when you go outdoors.

3.  If you have a culprit in your yard remove it!

As to that last point, make sure that a true tree professional gets the job done right the first time with no remnants of that nasty “trigger”.  In the Reno area and throughout Northern Nevada we trust Greg Chavez.  Please visit the website www.thetreeprofessional.com.  Enough said…call (775) 420-8694 today and start feeling better this spring.

Time to Prune.

No, not those wrinkly fruits that keep us “going”.  We are talking about your poor trees that have made it through another long Northern Nevada winter.  Diseased, damaged, and even dead branches should be removed in the early spring.  This is a great time before your beautiful trees open up their buds.

Here is a general rule of thumb: generally speaking, trees that flower after mid-summer should be pruned in the spring.  Apple, cherry, peach, plum and clematis particularly fall into that category.  Also, rose bushes can really benefit from spring pruning.  If you want health flora and fauna pruning and maintenance are essential.

During this time of year when the weather changes dramatically every week you need a tree professional for the bigger jobs.  There is no better in the Reno Area than Greg Chavez…Northern Nevada’s tree pruning pro.  Have him come out to your property for a free assessment of the job that needs doing by calling (775) 420-8694. 

Removing a Tree Requires a Pro.

Home owners come in all shapes and sizes.  There are people in the Reno area that are physically challenged, but they are proud owners of their own property.  Some of us are up in years and have been in our home almost as long as the trees have been there.  So many tasks need to be “jobbed out”.

Surrounding your family with professionals who do specific tasks is what makes us successful.  We don’t repair our car.  We don’t fix our teeth.  We may even hire a landscaping service to keep our kingdom looking beautiful.  It is all a part of living a comfortable and successful life in Northern Nevada.

If you are a senior citizen, a veteran, or are physically challenged in any way The Tree Professional thinks you deserve a break!  We offer special discounts for anyone who needs tree removal or trimming on their property.  All you have to do is call Greg Chavez…Reno’s tree professional at (775) 420-8694.

See the Work of a Professional.

I think some of us believe that tree and large stump removal is a do-it-yourself type of job.  Hey, I used to climb trees like a jaguar!  How tough could it be to get up there and cut down a few limbs?  Why can’t I just start cutting at the base and bring down the whole darn thing if I want to…as long as it doesn’t fall on the house, of course.

You also may have considered poisoning the stump so that it rots and is easy to remove.  Now you have issues with people and pets.  You don’t want to live with that, do you?  All things considered, there is the safety and sanity of the issue.  Why would you not hire a tree removal professional to do the job?

We invite you to see the photo gallery of www.thetreeprofessional.com.  When you see it, I believe you will be grateful that you thought twice before doing it yourself.  We are truly blessed to live in Northern Nevada with its beauty and changing seasons.  We are also fortunate to have Greg Chavez THE area’s true tree professional who is just a phone call away at (775) 420-8694.

Are You Stumped?

So that old tree finally gave up the ghost.  You either cut it down or it just toppled.  Now you are faced with that big old “hairy” tree stump or stumps on your property.  That is not only unsightly, but it could be hazardous.  This is especially true if you have kids playing in and around your yard.

Here are some steps that a professional tree stump remover uses –

1.  They put on safety gear and use a tree stump grinder…or

2.  They remove it manually with all of the roots intact.

3.  Maybe they will use chemicals that hastens the rotting process.

4.  Or they might literally set it on fire!

Does this sound like anything you are capable of or interested in doing?  I didn’t think so.  A professional tree remover is successful because he knows the right tools and methods for the job.  In the Reno area and throughout Northern Nevada you call Greg Chavez.  He is the area’s professional tree stump remover.  His number is (775) 420-8694.

Tree Removal in Any Season.

When you have four distinct seasons as we do in Northern Nevada the challenge of tree removal does not wait until the snow thaws.  Suddenly an ice storm or major snow event can bring down trees in our area creating a potentially dangerous situation.  You don’t need help tomorrow or after the weekend…you need it now!

Need we remind you of the hazards of do it yourself tree removal?  When you factor in several inches of snow on the ground the task becomes even more daunting.  You need to be able to have the equipment as well as the experience to hoist entire trees and limbs over buildings and any large obstacle for that matter.

For many years local tree removal professional Greg Chavez has tackled every task successfully.  He not only does it safely and completely, but inexpensively as well.  The peace of mind alone is worth hiring a pro.  Once again, this winter and in every season, that Reno area tree professional is Greg Chavez.  Give him a call anytime at (775) 420-8694.

What They Are Saying About Greg Chavez.

Who is this Greg Chavez anyway?  Well, if you need a tree removed from your backyard in the Reno, Nevada area he may be the most important person for you to know.  Removing trees and the debris that is left behind is a major task.  It is NOT a DIY job.  Especially in the dead of winter it requires care, professionalism, and experience.

Here is an example of what people are saying about Greg Chavez Reno’s tree professional.  One customer had two 80-foot elms hanging over his house.  Greg not only safely removed the trees, but saved the owner some big fines with their careful removal.  Another happy camper received several estimates and once again, The Tree Professional came in with the lowest bid.

It continues to be the case over and over.  Simply put, no one in the Northern Nevada area does his job better.  Man vs. tree…when you hire Greg Chavez it’s game over - man wins every time!  Whenever you are faced with fallen trees or those that have become hazards, pick up the phone and call Greg - The Tree Professional at (775) 420-8694.

To Prune or Not to Prune.

Is this a good time of year to have your trees and shrubs trimmed and prune?  Here is a tip before you call that professional to do the job right.  Pruning plants in the dead of winter promotes faster growth in the spring.  Think of it like your kid’s hair.  If you keep it trimmed and shaped, it will not only grow out properly, but will look so much better when it does.

Here are some other matters to address before making that call -

1.  Check the weather forecast.  Try to have the pruning done on a mild and dry day.

2.  Prune out the dead and diseased branches first.  This is why you need a pro.

3.  Remove the smaller and overgrown branches.

4.  Where to cut is extremely important to promote spring and summer growth.

This is probably NOT a DIY job.  It is, however routine for a tree professional.  So, if you live in the Reno area, why not call www.thetreeprofessional.com?  Greg Chavez has rightly earned that term.  He is your Reno and Northern Nevada professional tree trimmer and remover.  This is the right time of year to give him a call at (775) 420-8694.

Winter vs. Your Trees and Shrubs.

Brrrrr!!  We are just at the beginning at the harshest part of the winter season.  You can bundle up when you go out in that Northern Nevada weather, but your trees and shrubs are subjected to it 24/7.  There are so many more factors regarding the severity of weather damage than you can expect.  Contrary to popular opinion, an unusually cold winter is not the culprit so much as temperature fluctuation.

Plants that are not completely acclimated to winter and the sudden drop in temperatures may be damaged by a hard freeze.  Now, if an extended period of unseasonably mild winter weather occurs woody plants are even MORE vulnerable to the next sudden drop below 32 degrees.  How often has that happened in the Reno area?

All of this is simply to say keep an eye on your back yard and when the “dust settles” assess the situation.  At that point make a call to The Reno area tree professional.  His name is Greg Chavez.  His name and his game are right on his website at www.thetreeprofessional.com.  Give him a call 12 months a year at (775) 420-8694.

Is it Time to Remove That Tree?

See that tree in your back yard?  Is it time to remove that gnarly looking thing?  It is not always certain at first glance.  You have become attached to it over the years and chances are you would like to save it, but it could be infested with disease, bugs, and splits.  If a large limb breaks it can cause thousands of dollars worth of damage to your home.

If you are fortunate, maybe it only needs to be trimmed.  In some cases, trees have been planted too close together and one of them needs to be removed for that particular reason.  Tree removal can be an emotional decision sometimes.  We understand that entire families have grown up beneath the sprawling “old oak”.

When it comes to TLC we are here to help with removal and disposal.  Once the job is done you will be fascinated with all of the space that has been created.  Now you can create a whole new environment by planting a new tree or bushes.  After the holidays call Greg, THE Reno area tree professional at www.thetreeprofessional.com (775) 420-8694.