Leaf Removal Services in Nashville

LeafPickup_ParkeCompany_NashvilleYou know it is about that time — time to rake all those leaves swimming in your front and back yards. But if you have a million things going on, including Vanderbilt and Titans football games, Thanksgiving Day plans and other shenanigans, that last thing you want to worry about is taking care of another chore. That’s where the Parke Company comes in. Their team of highly experienced workers is eager and willing to help with your landscape needs. But don’t wait too long to call them if you need help with the leaf pick-up before the holidays.

Their leaf and tree services for the fall months include (but not limited to):

  1. Leaf blow/Leaf removal — this is a very necessary and popular need from customers at the Parke Company. They’ll rake, blow and even remove the leaves for the clean, beautiful landscape you desire.
  2. Mulching — If you wish to recycle your leaves for mulching purposes, the Parke Company can assist you with that as well. Ask your Parke Company employee for additional information.
  3. Tree transplants — This time of year is the best months to transplant your tree if necessary.
  4. Firewood — Stock up on all the essentials before Nashville’s winter comes in full effect. The Parke Company can provide you with a variety of firewood suited to your preference.
  5. Chipper or debris removal — Any other natural debris (including limbs, logs and landscape debris) that needs to be removed, the Parke Company is at your service. If you want something a environmental friendly, they will build a compost site right on your property!

Be sure to call the Parke Company as soon as possible to schedule your appointment so you can have a beautiful landscape for the holidays. For more information and questions on how to schedule your leaf removal appointment, call the Parke Company today at (615) 405-6548.

Q&A About Nashville’s Fall Foliage

RedTrail_WarnerPark_Nashville_ParkeLately, the Parke Company has been receiving a handful of questions about how the trees and leaves transition into the fall while out on their tree service. These questions can often be complicated with a lot of answers. But owning up to the Parke Company’s great reputation, they are always here to answer them to the best of their abilities. Here are just a couple burning questions from the customers.

Q: Will the wetter summer make for better fall color?

A: Yes. Though it depends on a lot of factors, a wetter summer means a wetter growing season, which in turn has a lot to do with those vibrant hues we see on leaves in the fall. Other factors that contribute to intense colors for the leaves include abundant sunlight and temperature. Factors that could inhibit the changing of leaves are frosty nights during the fall, drought during the summer or heavy wind that could tear leaves off the branches before they turn.

Q: What causes leave to change during the fall?

A: As the nights get longer during the autumn months, the lack of chlorophyll in the leaves (which keep them green) allows the yellow, orange and red to come through. For additional information on how the leaves change their color, check out an earlier blog from the Parke Company here.

One of the best things about fall is watching the colors change in the trees, but the summer’s weather can have a lot to do with the tree’s outcome. Yes, there are a variety of factors, but overall if you have more precipitation during the summer with a cooler and dryer fall, the change of color in the leaves will be much more dramatic and intense. The vibrant colors of fall are highlighted on trees all over Nashville, especially on the Red Trail in Warner Park, Natchez Trace Parkway, Vanderbilt’s campus and Centennial Park.

For more information, tree service, leaf pickup or to ask additional questions about trees, leaves and everything related, call the Parke Company today at (615) 405-6548.

Irrigation System Repairs in Middle Tennessee

irrigation-repairs-parke-company-nashville-tnMany residential and business owners in Nashville already know how much their landscaping can benefit from installing automated irrigation systems. Yet despite the convenience of these systems, they occasionally require maintenance to improve their performance, minimize water waste, and prevent damage to the landscape.

The first step in maintaining your irrigation system is making sure you can recognize address what is causing problems. For example, it is important to figure out if dry areas in your grass are the result of improper timing or if you need to investigate further. In this case, you will want to check for problems such as obstructions in your sprinklers, leaks in valves, or even cracks in the irrigation system’s pipes. Regular inspections can guide you toward specific solutions for routine problems like low water pressure or wasted water.

A common problem for people who mow their own lawns is damage to their sprinkler heads. Fortunately, these are easy to repair and replace. Simply unscrew the sprinkler head, mark the area with a flag, and take the damaged sprinkler head with you to a hardware store to compare it with a replacement head.

Sprinkler heads can also develop leaks, whether due to damage by lawnmowers or cars, or by regular wear over time. If the leak is only in the rotor (and not in the spray), you may be able to replace the seal inside without having to replace the entire sprinkler. If the leak is at the base of the sprinkler, be sure to outfit the replacement with a flexible connection kit so that this type of leak is less likely to occur in the future.

The landscaping experts at the Parke Company specialize in keeping your automatic irrigation system in top shape. Whether you’re in Brentwood or Hendersonville, feel free to contact us today at 615-350-6033 to schedule for a certified landscape irrigation professional to visit your home today.

Witness Tree Inducted in Tennessee Registry with Parke Co. Help

buroak_witnesstree_parkecompanyHistory doesn’t just exist in the books we read, but in the living objects around us. That is why the Parke Company likes to take on a different type of tree service when they can. They like to take time to reflect on the historic trees of our city of Nashville. Ages old and years wise, these trees have seen the state of Tennessee in its worst moments and its greatest. Take the Witness Tree for example. Like its name, this bur oak has existed in Davidson County long enough to witness buffalo make their way to the Great French Lick by the ancient buffalo trail, to the present as it stands proudly over the ninth tee at the Richland Country Club.

A few weeks ago, the Richland Witness Tree was inducted into the Tennessee Landmark and Historic Tree Registry with the Parke Company’s help. Though it took several months to process this ordeal with applications, photos, site visits, measurements and much more paperwork, it was all worth it in the end to preserve and honor such a majestic tree.

According to the Tennessee Urban Forestry Council, this tree has seen Native American hunters use its branches for shelter; witnessed Andrew Jackson and John Overton pass through Nashville to Franklin; and watched the construction of the Granny White Turnpike. Most notably, the bur oak witnessed the Battle of the Barricade in 1864 as a part of the Battle of Nashville where many men lost their lives.

As the Parke Company continues to provide tree service throughout Middle Tennessee for their customers, they never forget the importance of preserving the historical trees of our region. Now, this historic tree can forever be cherished as golfers stand under its branches for shelter and shade. The Parke Company is heavily involved in the application process as well as the upkeep and health care after. For more information about the Witness Tree and other landmark and historic trees in the Tennessee registry, visit their website.

Fall Decorating in Nashville with the Parke Company

harvest_decor_nashvilleThe chilly air in the morning is upon us. Even though the afternoons are still warm, it’s not too early to decorate your landscape for the fall. And before you know it, the holiday season will be here and fall cleanup will be necessary. The Parke Company in Nashville is not limited to trees and leaf services. They also delve into landscape, firewood and decorative services as well.

Here are a couple ways the Parke Company can help you and your home this fall:

It’s fall y’all! — From hay bails to pumpkins, there are a variety of harvest decorations included in the Parke Company’s services. If your yard or landscape needs an extra pick-me-up right now, call on the Parke Company for assistance. They service clients all through Middle Tennessee, including Madison and Franklin so there is no excuse to not having a festive lawn.

Fall cleanup — Once the fall season has passed and winter begins to creep up, it’s time to pack away the harvest decorations and break out the holiday ones. In addition, your lawn might be in some dire need of tree or leaf services. If this is the case, the Parke Company has expertise in fall cleanup so you don’t have to fret over your trees while you’re doing you enjoy the holidays.

One of the great things about the Parke Company is their desire to accommodate their customers. From tree removal to fall decorating, the Parke Company has it all. We understand Nashville often has fickle weather. That’s why it’s best to get those the harvest decorations up now before the chilly air hits. The Parke Company will work with customers if the Parke Company needs to pick up and provide the decorations, or if the customers provide it themselves. To schedule an appointment or inquire further about the Parke Company’s services, call them today at (615) 405-6548.