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Fall Decorating in Nashville with the Parke Company

March 7, 2024October 23, 2013 by The Parke Company

harvest_decor_nashville The 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.

The Most Requested Trees in Middle Tennessee

March 7, 2024October 15, 2013 by The Parke Company

RedMaple_ParkeCompany_Nashville Tennessee holds a variety of beautiful trees, especially in Nashville. From Red Maple to Tulip Poplar, customers of the Parke Company often request these trees for their homes and landscapes. Whether you’re interested in planting trees or transplanting them, here are the top three most requested tree species from the Parke Company.

Red Maple — Probably the most common tree in eastern North America, the Red Maple is often admired for its red foliage during the autumn season. There are many red maple varieties with many different qualities. The most notable trees with autumn foliage are the “October Glory” and the “Red Sunset.” The tree is adaptable in a variety of places, which is why it’s such a great tree for Nashville’s fickle weather. Growing to be (on average) about 49 feet tall, this shade tree is a beautiful addition to any landscape.

Willow Oak — This popular oak tree is from the red oak family and is commonly found lowland floodplains across eastern North American, specifically southern New York to Northern Florida. The Willow Oak can grow much taller than the Red Maple averaging 20 to 30 meters. In addition to its height, the Willow Oak can grow rapidly, which can often be a surprise to some landowners.

Tulip Poplar — The Tulip Poplar (Tennessee’s state tree) is the tallest eastern hardwood and can grow up to 165 feet in some areas. Like the Willow Oak, the poplar is a fast growing tree with strong trunks. One of the appeals of this poplar are the flowers. The tulips typically bloom in April making a beautiful spring portrait outside your window.

It doesn’t matter which tree species you choose to plant in your yard or landscape. You can’t go wrong with these three. All three prosper in Nashville’s environment and provide lifetime enjoyment for you and your family. For questions about planting trees or more tree species, call the Parke Company at (615) 405-6548.

Tree Removal & Landscape Service: Getting Two Jobs Done At Once

March 7, 2024October 8, 2013 by The Parke Company

TreeService_Landscaping_ParkeCompany Though the heat of summer still lingers throughout Music City, the fall months are here. It’s time to prep and get ready for the cold, bitter months of winter. Though you still have some time to prepare, it is best not to take any chances. So as you pack away the lawn mower and gardening gloves, be sure to call the Parke Company for any last minute planting, transplanting or landscaping needs.

The first day of frost in Nashville and Middle Tennessee can be as early as October (that’s this month in case you forgot). For many plants, especially trees, it is best to plant in the fall or even early spring. If you plant trees during the middle of the summer, the extreme heat can cause the young plant to die.

If you have any final landscaping needs for the season (such as debris cleanup, lawn mowing or gardening), it is best to have any necessary tree work done first. The Parke Company has both both tree services and landscape services at your disposal. This convenience can go a long way for customers who are busy this time of year.

Services can include:

Transplanting trees
Planting trees
Tree trimming
Tree removal
Stump grinding
Firewood services
Landscape services

Though things tend to look dead or dying during the winter, some are only dormant and will bloom again during the spring. Before the weather begins to freeze, it’s important to prep and make sure your plants and trees are healthy so they can last until March. From a simple leaf pick up to a tree removal, the Parke Company has you covered. For more information about the Parke Company’s tree services or landscape services, call them today at (615) 405-6548.

Irrigation Systems: Backflow Testing in Nashville, TN

March 7, 2024October 1, 2013 by The Parke Company

valve-testing-nashville-tn Backflow testing is a key step in making sure drinking water is protected from pesticides, feces, and other contaminants. There are two main ways backflow can contaminate drinking water, but they can both be prevented if your irrigation devices are in working order.

The first type of backflow contamination is back-siphonage. If the pressure in Nashville’s main city water line drops suddenly, back-siphoning can cause sprinkler heads, pesticide sprayers, and other components of irrigation systems to send dangerous contaminants back into our potable water supply. A common cause of back-siphonage is heavy use of water in a short time period, such as emergency fire-fighting.

Another cause of backflow contamination is back-pressure. This can occur when someone installs a lawn sprinkler pump or injector system incorrectly. The water used for irrigation creates more pressure than the potable water supply and forces contaminants into it.

Backflow testing ensures that your home’s backflow prevention valves are working properly and that your water pressure is at the level it should be. The state of Tennessee requires annual tests of backflow prevention devices for this reason.

The professionally certified testers at the Parke Company can perform backflow testing that will help you protect the water you drink and use every day and reassure you that it is safe and contaminant-free. We’re here for you. Contact us today at 615-350-6033 to schedule for a certified landscape irrigation professional to visit your home today.

Let the Parke Company Help You During Football Season

March 7, 2024September 29, 2013 by The Parke Company

SONY DSC Football season provokes thoughts of sports mania, tailgating and lots of finger food for people around America, especially Nashville — home of the Tennessee Titans. And it’s not just professional football we’re talking about! Nashville is home to Vanderbilt Commodore fans, Tennessee State University Tigers fans, University of Tennessee Volunteer fans and even Hillsboro High School burro fans. No matter whom you cheer for every season, we understand that it can take up a huge portion of your weekend leaving little time for lawn maintenance or tree services. But that’s OK! That is what the Parke Company is here for. They can take care of your lawn maintenance and tree service needs while you and your family are out enjoying football season. Some of their basic treecare services include:

Tree removal
Stump Grinding
Deadwood Removal
Crown Thinning

Treecare services popular during football season (when the weather begins to cool down and the plants begin their dormancy) include:

Debris Removal
Firewood Services and Delivery
Transplant Services
Lawn Maintenance

Perhaps you don’t follow football as much as others do; however you want to spend more time with your friends and family while the weather is still nice. The less home maintenance you have to worry about and the more time you can spend outside in Music City. Even if you like doing outdoor work, sometimes a dangerous job is not worth the risk.

No matter what category you fall in, the Parke Company has your back. The company understands the importance of family life and the importance of football. After all, many consider it America’s favorite sport. From firewood delivery to tree removal, the Parke Company is certified in a variety of services — so the only thing you need to be certified for the football season is touchdowns. For more information about tree services, call the Parke Company at 615-405-6548.