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How We’re Different From the Rest

December 10, 2024December 13, 2011 by The Parke Company

Why Choose The Parke Company for Your Landscaping and Tree Service Needs in Nashville?

Happy New Year! As we are about to begin 2012, we’d like to tell you a little bit about us and what separates us, The Parke Company, from other landscaping and tree service companies in Nashville.

Our first priority is safety. Every member of our team is certified and trained in tree work and arbor care. We will only ever send someone out to a site who is qualified in landscaping, tree maintenance, and/or landscape construction.

At The Parke Company, we are properly insured which not only protects us but you, the client, as well. Not all companies are insured this way, so even if you don’t call us, be sure to ask when you call for an estimate or work to be done at your home or business. If companies are not insured, you could be exposed to improper or unsafe work and/or accidents.

We have the proper equipment for all our jobs – and we know what tools to use for specific jobs and conditions. Sometimes you need a bucket truck. Sometimes a truck won’t fit and it’s all ropes and climbing. Being well trained and having the right experience and wisdom on each and every job are critical for a job done well and safely.

We also know that aesthetics is a huge part of every project. Knowing what to remove or keep is not just a function of the plants’ health, but also make your yard look beautiful.

Finally, the site clean up. Your contractors should plan ahead to protect surrounding landscape as well is removing debris and cleaning up the mess as part of leaving the project. After a job by Nashville landscapers at The Parke Company, your yard will be left as perfectly as it is shown in the landscaping drawings.

For this new year, treat yourself to a free estimate from the Nashville landscaping professionals at The Parke Company. Call us at (615) 350-6033.

Debris Clearing Safety

December 10, 2024November 13, 2011 by The Parke Company

Essential Chainsaw Safety Tips for Clearing Storm Debris

Snow and ice storms can be beautiful to look at in the winter, but they may also cause a lot of trees to fall! Before running to your garage for the chainsaw to clear the debris, follow these important safety tips:

1. Identify potential hazards surrounding the debris before beginning work
2. Thoroughly read the chainsaw instruction manual before operating
3. Always use two hands when operating the chainsaw
4. Wear protective gear in case a limb is unexpectedly cut and comes toward you
5. Always cut hip level or lower to avoid limbs falling on you
6. When someone else is operating the chainsaw, be sure they see you before approaching

Nashville landscaping experts at The Parke Company are trained in clearing debris safely and efficiently. Call 615-350-6033 for an estimate.

Nashville Landscaping for the Winter

December 10, 2024October 30, 2011 by The Parke Company

Winter is almost here and many people want to know how to keep their landscapes beautiful and private over the winter season.

There are many indigenous trees to Tennessee that will keep your landscape welcoming during the cold including the Arizona Cypress which can grow over 80 feet and has foliage colors from gray-green to blue-green. Another winter-friendly tree is a Witch Hazel tree that blooms yellow and orange flowers beginning in late fall and generally continuing throughout the winter.

If flowers are more your thing, try hellbore roses (also called Christmas or Lenten roses) that bloom all winter into early spring. Crocuses are another winter flower that begin flowering in autumn and continue through the spring. Finally, pansies come in many colors and will bloom all year; but if there is an extended freeze, be sure to cover them with a heavy winter mulch for protection.

For landscape design ideas and plant health care, call Nashville Landscaping experts at The Parke Company at 615-350-6033 or visit www.theparkecompany.com

Winterizing Your Landscaping

December 10, 2024October 28, 2011 by The Parke Company

Four Simple Steps to Prepare Your Trees for Winter

Winter is coming and it can be hard on trees if they aren’t properly winterized during the cold months. There are a few easy steps to keep your trees healthy and ready for spring.

1. Prune the dead and unhealthy parts of the tree in the late fall to prevent unsafe limbs breaking off after snow or ice. Pruning the tree also helps prepare it for healthy new growths in the spring.

2. Mulch and aerate the area around the tree to keep moisture and air flowing throughout the winter. Be sure not to aerate too deeply because it could hurt the tree’s roots.

3. Fertilize and water your tree to ensure its continued health throughout the winter. Evenly spread fertilizer around the base of the tree. When watering your tree, be sure the soil is cool (not frozen).

4. Wrap your tree before it freezes with a tree burlap bag or plastic tree wrap to keep it from dying over the winter months.

Remember, if you have any questions, call one of our tree specialists for any of your emergency or non-emergency needs at 615-405-6548.

Going Pro: How Choosing a Professional Tree Service Contractor Gets the Job Done in Nashville

March 7, 2024May 26, 2011 by The Parke Company

Choosing a Professional Tree Service Provider Many people face a choice when an emergency tree service need arises: call a friend or family member, get a chainsaw, or contact a professional. While each of these has its place, the benefits of each can be understood quite clearly.

Contacting a friend or family member can require time and effort they may not have. Or it may create unique challenges in getting the service you need to have the job done they way you want it.
Grabbing a chainsaw yourself can present other challenges. You may not be the type to start taking down a tree. Also, it can be dangerous to engage in tree work without proper training.
On the other hand, working with a professional tree care service professional gets the job done. By contacting a fully trained, staffed, and certified aborist, you can move more quickly toward completion of your tree project. You also have the benefit of receiving a service attitude and safe delivery of promised services.

Stay safe this season, and please contact us for your emergency and non-emergency tree service needs.