The Parke Company and Relocating Critters in Trees

Trees are places of sanctuary for all kinds of Tennessee critters. Birds, snakes, raccoons, opossums, squirrels and bats are just a few of Nashville’s most popular tree residents. So when the Parke Company determines a tree must be cut down, the team of arborists call animal rescue organizations to assist in relocating the tree’s residents.

During tree care analysis, sometimes the Parke Company has to ultimately cut down the tree because of disease, death or other factors. If the team finds a nest or a family of critters, the Parke Company relocates the animal to a safe location or a rehabilitation center if necessary. For safety and rehabilitation, the Parke Company calls Walden’s Puddle or Nashville Critter Ridder for assistance. Walden’s Puddle is a non-profit facility that provides treatment and care to sick, orphaned or injured wildlife in Middle Tennessee. Nashville Critter Ridder specializes in safe removal and/or extermination of wildlife as well as prevention and repair services.

If the tree does not have to come down, the Parke Company does their best to work around the nest or inhabitant, leaving the animals happy and undisturbed. It’s not uncommon to get up close and personal with some of Tennessee’s wildlife while repairing or removing trees, but it’s important to cause little disruption to avoid stressing or harming the animals.

Occasionally, the Parke Company comes across a bird of prey that must be safely relocated during a tree removal. When this happens, an aviary specialist is called in to assist the crew. The same is true for harmful insects such as bees and wasps. Once a nest is found, a specialist is called to help assist in the safe removal.

Trees are homes for all kinds of creatures, which makes animal rescue and relocation a priority for the team of arborists at the Parke Company. Though often times the animals can be left undisturbed, a safe and clear-cut plan is necessary in case a tree or its branches must come down. For more information about tree care or the Parke Company’s other services, contact them today!

Severe Summer Storms and Parke’s Emergency Services

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Severe weather is unavoidable, no matter what season of year it is in Nashville. In the winter we worry about the ice and snow storms (hyperlink), and during the summer frequent threats are flooding and tornadoes. With the weather comes the possibility of damaging winds and floods that could potentially harm your trees and damage your landscape. And of course, there are certain areas within Middle Tennessee that are much more susceptible to tree damage, so it’s important to be aware of your landscape and know who to call in case of an emergency. Here are only a few factors to consider during severe summer storms:

  • High-flood plains — Since the flooding in 2010, Nashvillians know how serious flooding can be and how it can harm trees and landscape. If you live in an area with high flood plains, it’s important to have regular tree care maintenance completed to avoid any potential disaster when a flood occurs.
  • Double trunks/old trees — Trees with multiple trunks or really old trees are very susceptible to severe storms. If you have one in your landscape, it’s a good idea to get an arborist to examine it for proper tree care.
  • Wooded areas — Trees in an open landscape such as a wooded area or lot can succumb to damage during storms. Straight-line winds or lightning are two possible issues. If you have a wooded area or lot on your property, consider calling the Parke Company for a few ideas on keeping the property safe year-round.
  • Construction zones — These are areas where trees can be heavily strained. These areas are easily affected and can have the biggest impact if the zones are in heavily populated areas.

All these factors can weigh in on the livelihood of a tree during a storm. Obviously, tree care should be completed year round to prevent emergency issues, however the Parke Company’s arborists know that it can’t always be avoided — that’s where the emergency care comes in. This service is meant for emergency tree care services only, such as a severe storms or trees falling on a house in the middle of the night. If you find yourself in need of emergency tree care services, contact an arborist at the emergency line at 615-201-9999 for immediate assistance. Need tree care or landscape services, but it’s not an emergency? Contact Dan Beasley directly at 615-405-6548 to book an appointment.

The Benefits of Planning Ahead with Parke

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The Parke Company works hard to ensure their customers receive the best customer service in the lawn care and tree care industry. They understand that people have budgets and busy lives, so Parke employees want to make sure they do their best to accommodate each and every customer. Not only does the Parke Company offer easy payment options and maintenance plans, they make sure to stay in touch with their customers to avoid unnecessary visits or overlapping. With these factors always in Parke’s arborists and lawn care experts’ minds, customers will be cheering from the tree tops.

Benefits of Planning Ahead with Landscaping

Ease of payment

We’re all about convenience at the Parke Company. We work around your schedule, do the job efficiently and leave you with a hassle-free experience. That’s why we put together an easy payment system that lets you quickly pay online and get you back to enjoying the landscape and trees in your backyard. Customers can set up credit card payments online or an auto payment plan through the office. It’s a system that makes it easier than ever to pay for your tree care services.

Maintenance Plans

Setting up maintenance plans can often be overlooked as a benefit to Parke’s services, but it shouldn’t be ignored. Many customers choose to do several, smaller projects over a course of time. While this might save money at first, it ends up costing more in the end.  Not only will the Parke Company work within your budget for all of your lawn maintenance and tree care needs, they also recommend purchasing larger packages to save money in the long run. If customers are willing to spend a bit more on the front end, the services will reward you later.

Communication

Staying in touch is a huge benefit to planning ahead with the Parke Company. Not only does it make it easier to pay your bills or adjust maintenance plans as needed, but it also enhances customer service. With an open dialogue with the Parke Company, you’re less likely to overlap services and require fewer visits overall. Though the Parke Company loves spending time with their clients, we know you want to get back to enjoying your trees and landscape with your family. Booking all of the jobs at once will ensure all of your projects are completed efficiently.

Summertime is a busy season for arborists and lawn care specialists, so it’s crucial to plan ahead with the Parke Company. Communication improves, and maintenance and payments become much simpler, too! If you are envisioning a large project for your landscape, the Parke Company has a variety of possibilities to make those visions come to life. Want more info on tree care, landscape or lawn maintenance services, including payment plan options within the Middle Tennessee area? Call the Parke Company for a free consultation.

Landscaping with the Parke Company

The Parke Company team on a landscape job

Landscaping is a crucial part of what makes Nashville and Middle Tennessee so beautiful. Lawn care, irrigation and tree care are all part of landscaping and other tree care services. And though some people see lawn care and landscaping as chores for their home or property, there are others who enjoy the job and find a passion in planting, landscape design, irrigation and tree care. If you are one of those people who truly enjoy it, the Parke Company has a job for you! Though the summer is winding down, the Parke Company is hiring employees for the tree care department.

Here are just a few reasons why working with the Parke Company is a great career choice:

Benefits of Working for The Parke Company

Long-term Employment


The team of landscape and irrigation specialists have employees that have worked with the company for several years. That’s a lot of of planting flowers and designing landscapes. But it also says something very special about the Parke Company as an employer. Not only is Parke invested in its customers, it’s also invested in its employees. Great benefits packages are only one way the Parke Company proves this. With both loyalty and a positive work environment, you can turn a passion into a career.

Specialized Training


The landscape and irrigation department is comprehensive in its training process. The team is invested in your success, so they want to make sure you get the job done right. Proper plant and tree care, irrigation, design and mulching are just a handful of things you will learn if you join the Parke Company’s team. With hard work and passion, the landscape department will make sure you prosper in the field.

Character Qualifications

Some important qualifications for a landscape or tree care worker is a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. This is a physically rigorous job and a career where potential employees will work a lot with their hands. And though plants can go dormant during the colder months, a landscaper’s work is never finished. Cooler months mean debris and leaf pick up, tree transplants, holiday decorating, among other services offered by Parke.

If you think you’d be a great team player for the landscape team, the Parke Company is where to begin. Training future generations for their lawn care and landscape teams, the Parke Company is invested in seeing fellow Nashvillians succeed. If you live in the Nashville area and are interested in applying, email your resume to theparkecompany@gmail.com. Have questions? Call (615) 350-6033.

The Parke Company’s Irrigation Team

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If you haven’t noticed, it’s really hot outside! This means a lot of landscape and trees need extra water and irrigation care this summer. And since we’re not under any water conservation warnings, irrigation has been an important element in maintaining a beautiful lawn and landscape. If you enjoy irrigation or landscape work, the Parke Company is accepting applications! Landscape and lawn maintenance are vital to the Parke Company team, especially in the summertime when heat is at its peak.

And while you could just work at any landscape or irrigation company, the Parke Company enhances your skills with extensive training and a pleasant work atmosphere.

Here are just a couple of ways training and teamwork can help you prosper at the Parke Company:

Benefits of Our Irrigation Services

Training

Just like tree care, training is fundamental. The Parke Company will hone your irrigation or landscaping skills. The Parke Company wants its employees to succeed in their craft. Whether you are working with irrigation, trees or landscape, Parke will make sure you’ve got the best tools and resources at your disposal.

Teamwork

Because the Parke Company hires for long-term employment, we want you to feel like family! Never wanting you to feel overwhelmed, the Parke Company is always here to lend a helping hand. If you ever have any questions about the irrigation process, grass, tree or landscape, never hesitate to ask. That’s how you learn!

There are other factors for irrigation, arborist and landscape workers; growth and management opportunities are just some. In addition, the Parke Company provides highly competitive compensation packages (dependent upon past experience).

Parke employees help make Nashville look healthy and beautiful — and you can too. Think you would be a great fit in Parke’s irrigation department? Call them today for more information! The Parke Company also has information on landscape and arborist positions as well. We look forward to hearing from you!