By nature of the business, we are left to dispose of copious amounts of otherwise usable timber.  I have been thinking of ways to reasonably scale-up production of locally harvested lumber for several years, but the idea still needs a few key elements to fall into place before it becomes realized. We
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Here are several things to look for when assessing the risk potential of trees: Broken or dead branches  Limbs beginning to die-back from the ends Open cavities or rotten wood anywhere on the tree Mushrooms or other fungus growing anywhere on the tree Cracks or splits in the trunk or where branches are attached Have neighboring trees fallen over or died from disease? The tree is growing on a lean Many branches originating fr
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There are two main classifications for plant and tree disease: abiotic and biologic.  Abiotic disorders are caused by non-living factors that have an effect on the health of a plant, such as water, sunlight, and nutrient requirements.  Biological disorders are caused by parasitic organisms thriving inside of plants. 
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Tree work is perhaps the most dangerous job we could conjur up in the Chattanooga area.  Doing it safely comes down to analyzing the effect of every action before making it, and mitigating risks according to the circumstances. The likelihood of any accident occuring has to be completely thought through before a saw ever touches a tree. Th
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Cabling has proven to be a highly effective way to mitigate the risks of large trees in close proximity to a home.  It is accomplished by drilling a hole and installing a bolt into specific areas on two or more limbs.  Opposing limbs are winched together so a stainless steel cable can be att
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