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Summer Heat and How to Be Prepared with the Parke Company

September 30, 2026April 19, 2023 by The Parke Company

Nashville summers are composed of a few things: barbecues, swimming pools and humidity. The Tennessee heat can be debilitating for the unprepared. And if you haven’t noticed, we have already had a heat wave or two come through the Metro area and it’s not even June! If you are a property owner, keeping up with your trees and landscape it is just part of the gig. But it doesn’t have to be hard! With the Parke Company’s help, your tree care and lawn care maintenance is easy during the summer heat, and you can be off spending time with family and friends under the summer sun.

Stay Hydrated — Just like you or your family, your trees and landscape needs to stay hydrated through the humidity and hot temperatures of the summer. The Parke Company offers specialized irrigation systems for any of your lawn care needs.

Tree Health care — Giving your trees regular health care checkups can ensure a healthy and long life. The summer is prime season for infestation, disease and other problems for trees and landscape. Call the Parke Company to discuss options for tree health care. They also offer landscape and lawn care services.

Crown Thinning — With summertime comes severe storms. The Parke Company can’t urge its customers enough to take the proper precautions for emergency situations. Be sure to have your trees cut back and have all the dead limbs removed. This will avoid unnecessary damage if or when a severe thunderstorm comes through.

The summer is a great time for the trees on your property to grow, but if the heat gets too harsh, be sure you are prepared. With proper hydration, health care and limb removal, your trees should be flourishing for the entire summer season. Interested in learning more about the landscape, lawn care or irrigation services? You can view more information here.

Ice and Snow Damage to Trees in Middle TN

September 30, 2026April 19, 2023 by The Parke Company

For anyone who has lived in Nashville or Middle Tennessee, they understand the erratic behavior that comes with the months of March and April. One day it can be warm outside and the sun can be shinning. The next day Davidson County is receiving Winter Weather Advisory alerts and we are all shivering next to the fire.

But with the fickle weather comes extreme and dangerous situations. Take the ice storm this past week for example. Unexpected and unprepared, trees and power lines get a lot of the trouble that comes with ice and the drop in temperatures. And then we are left with damage and without electricity for hours or even days. So how can we avoid this? Well, some of it is unavoidable, unfortunately. Some can be prevented with the help of the Parke Company.

Regular check up and tree care maintenance — Call the Parke Company to keep track of your regular tree maintenance. Making sure your trees are healthy and all the proper tree care is maintained will ensure less risk of problems when dangerous weather occurs. Cabling, weight reduction, crown thinning and tree health care are all services under the Parke Company that will only reduce risk of injury or damage and increase the longevity of your trees.

Emergency tree service — One of the most crucial parts about the Parke Company is their emergency tree services. In the event disaster strikes your trees during a winter or ice storm, the Parke Company can assist. Their services include getting trees off buildings and removal of trees from the roadways. For additional information or to contact the Parke Company about their emergency tree service, contact them here.

We all want this winter to be over, but it would be unwise for us to not acknowledge that March and April are months can be erratic in temperature and severity. Keep the tree maintenance up, call the Parke Company for landscape and lawn needs, and keep the Parke Company’s emergency tree service phone number in your phone book. Anything can happen; stay safe, Nashvillians!

Three Reasons to Plant a Tree for Earth Day

September 30, 2026April 19, 2023 by The Parke Company

Every year on April 22, or Earth Day, hundreds of people get together and plant trees, clean up their communities, and raise awareness for the environment. Though we at the Parke Company think it is always a great day to plant trees, this day is a great opportunity to take action in tree care. There are so many reasons why planting trees are necessary for not just the earth, but Nashville itself! From clean water to soil erosion, the list goes on and on. Here are other few reasons to consider participating in this year’s festivities.

Three Reasons to Plant a Tree:

Cleans air and provides oxygen — There are many scientific studies showing the greenhouse effects of trees. In addition, trees provide clean air and oxygen for us to breathe.
Provides habitat for wildlife — Birds, bees, squirrels, and other wildlife rely on trees for habitats.
It’s fun! — Whether you are planting a tree with your family or you are doing it for your community, it can be a fun activity for all involved.

Earth Day is celebrated all across the globe, including Nashville. This year’s Nashville Earth Day Festival will be on April 19 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Centennial Park. The event will include educational exhibits and activities about our environment geared for all ages. For more information, visit their website here.

Want to plant a tree, but worried you don’t have a green thumb? That’s where the Parke Company and their tree service comes in. Available for tree care, tree removal and all other tree services, the Parke Company will be able to plant a tree for you in honor of Earth Day. For more information about the Parke Company and their tree service (including tree removal, tree care and planting), call them today!

Spring Tree Service to Prevent Middle TN Spring Storm Damage

September 30, 2026April 19, 2023 by The Parke Company

Spring time is rapidly approaching for Middle Tennessee. While most of us are jumping for joy, we also need to be taking the proper precautions for the danger spring will bring. Severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and even ice storms are all a part of the spring season and can affect your trees, lawns and landscape. These dangers have already shown face last week with severe storms and wind that ripped through Middle Tennessee.

Plan Ahead

So what are some ways to plan ahead for issues that might arise during a severe thunderstorm? One of the best ways is to call the Parke Company for crown thinning or deadwood. This removal for heavy trees that need to increase the airflow. This is important for the high wind speeds and major thunderstorms that come through Middle Tennessee.

Emergency Services

Sometimes unexpected problems do occur, which is why the Parke Company has emergency services ready for your tree care needs. If something arises and you need immediate assistance, page emergency tree services at (615) 201-9999 or contact the tree division at (615) 405-6548 or email danbeasley@theparkecompany.com.

These tree services are complicated and dangerous, especially when you add extreme weather to the mix. The Parke Company is trained and qualified professionals in tree care. The crew falls within the proper class codes and is properly accredited. For more information about the Parke Company and their tree care and landscape services, visit their webpage for a full list or call the office today at (615) 405-6548.

Flood Awareness in Nashville with the Help of the Parke Company

September 30, 2026April 19, 2023 by The Parke Company

Almost four years ago, Middle Tennessee was hit with some of the most horrific flooding the state and city of Nashville has ever seen. These dangerous floods caused over thousands of dollars in damage to both landscape and property and 24 deaths in the state (11 in Davidson county). According to the National Weather Service, flooding is the second deadliest type of severe weather in the country, ahead of tornadoes. That is why, their offices have declared this past week Flood Safety Awareness Week for the entire country. There are always some simple steps you can prepare your lawn or landscape in the event of an emergency flood with the help of the Parke Company and knowledge of flood safety.

One of the major reasons floods can be so dangerous is they can arrive during any time of the year and from a variety of systems such as slow-moving or stationary frontal systems. It is important to be well-educated and armed for these emergency situations. The different kinds of flooding can be a bit mind boggling. Here are a couple points to help you refresh your memory.

Types of floods:

Flash Flooding — This type of flooding usually occurs rapidly within six hours since initial rainfall begins. This flooding is due to creeks and streams quickly flooding into otherwise dry areas.
Areal Flooding — This type of flooding is still just as dangerous as flash flooding, but happens over a gradual amount of time (over six hours since initial rainfall begins). This flooding is also caused by creeks and streams, but also over flood-prone areas such as lawns or fields.
River Flooding — This type of flooding is easy to define. It is the rise of water levels in rivers, such as the Cumberland River. This too, can be tagged as a major flood but it can also be classified as minor.

Preparing landscape and trees for floods:

From a tree care and landscape perspective, preparing for floods is easy. Make sure any brush or debris is cleaned up around your trees, lawns, pipes and drainage systems. This will help avoid any clogging or flooding problems on your landscape.
Have the emergency services number readily available . There are some things you just can’t control when flooding happens. Having an emergency situation is one of them. Be sure to call the Parke Company if you need tree care or you need some other emergency services assistance.

Understanding the types of flooding and how you can prepare your family, property, landscape and trees are important. For additional information about flooding and Flood Safety Awareness Week, visit the National Weather Service. Interested in scheduling a tree care service for your trees or lawns or need them for emergency services? Call them today.

Richland Creek Greenway in Sylvan Park during the Nashville flood in 2010.