It’s an unfortunate reality that falling trees usually come to the surprise of an unsuspecting homeowner. While most of us think it must take hurricane force winds to completely uproot a tree, nothing could be farther from the truth. In fact, trees are susceptible to a wide variety of factors that can cause them to…
For most people, summer is the perfect season to get away, get outside and have some fun. But have you thought about your trees? Making sure your trees are well cared for throughout the hot summer months will result in a happy, healthy landscape. Whether it’s pruning, pest inspection, watering or preventative storm damage, summer…
With summer in full swing, trees everywhere are bursting with new growth and lush greenery. However, warm weather can bring heavy winds and rain that can damage your trees making them a serious threat to people and nearby structures. At Westcoast Tree Care, we offer a variety of preventative tree care services to keep you…
Summer is the season of growth. Unfortunately, however, it’s not all flowers and sunshine. Weeds are a common nuisance that affects lawns and flower beds across the country. While everyone likes to have a beautiful, weed-free lawn, it’s important to keep in mind of the potential, often permanent damage herbicides can cause your valuable trees.…
Preventative Tree Care is essential when it comes to reducing storm damage related to high winds. During our last wind storm in Lake Oswego, you may have found yourself eyeing the trees on your property with good cause. Trees that aren’t properly pruned and maintained are more likely to fail during high wind storms, thus…
Like all living organisms, trees get sick or die. While the average lifespan of a tree can vary depending on its type, other factors like environmental stress, severe weather, insect infestation, and disease can cause unwanted health issues that can eventually harm a tree. Not only can a sick tree affect other nearby trees putting…
With a harsh winter now behind us, many of us are ready to get outside and start enjoying the warm, spring weather. Spring, however, comes with its own patterns of extreme weather. Thunderstorms combined with high winds can have a big impact on our outdoor landscapes. While the wind can easily pass through dormant trees…
When it comes to preventative maintenance your outdoor landscape should never be overlooked. Having your trees professionally pruned will not only enhance the appearance of your property but increase its real estate value as well. Regular pruning will also ensure the health of your trees providing them with the greatest possible growing conditions while keeping…
With spring just around the corner, now is the perfect time to clean out our gardens and make sure our trees are healthy and ready for the warm weather ahead. Healthy trees don’t just happen. While they may be low-maintenance, they still require protection from disease and potential storm damage. That’s why it’s important to…
Trees are amazing organisms that add warmth and beauty to our landscapes. Not only do they clean the air and produce half the world’s oxygen, they also provide habitat for millions of species. Trees are also known to withstand hurricane force winds, freezing temperatures, and prolonged droughts. As tough as they are, however, even the…
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