Category: Misc.

The Business of “Growing” Successfully

· February 16, 2011 · 12:58 pm · Did You Know?, Employees, Misc., Tree care, , , , , , , ,

The Business of “Growing” Successfully

Ruel Jones

While I always hoped I’d be in the international banking business, I found my niche in nature, though ironically there are similarities.
Understanding how a plant operates is the key component to providing proper year-round care, much the same as with operating a successful business.
A tree is like a company, which has employees both below ground (roots) and above ground (leaves), and both play vital roles. A tree stores money (energy) in its fibers and cells just like a company does with a savings or checking account. In the spring this living, breathing company uses last year’s stored savings to build new leaves, or what we might call next year’s “employees” for the growing season. All winter long this plant was spend-ing money on root development to support the group of employees that will soon be coming on. After the leaves are built, they are now ready to start making money for the company to use in a new growth development season, while at the same time, of course, refilling the savings account now low due to all the money the company spent developing the current roots and leaves.
That is basically how a plant works. The leaves support the roots and the roots sup-port the leaves in a symbiotic relationship. The margin or profit from these two groups of employees is what the company uses each year for new growth.
Improper pruning or care of your trees and plants can cause them to dig further down into their “savings account” and spend more money to create additional leaves to do necessary work. The plant knows that without the proper amount of leaves doing the job and making money, the company will soon be filling Chapter 7.
So in the end, though the company’s name is Quality Tree Surgery, some might con-sider us in the financial and banking business for trees!

Environmental benefits of a healthy lawn

· February 15, 2011 · 10:33 pm · Did You Know?, Lawn care, Misc., , , , ,


Healthy Lawn

Environmental benefits of a healthy lawn

Do you know the environmental benefits of a healthy lawn?

According to Joe Churchill of Rehbein Environmental Solutions, a healthy turf can reduce the amount of energy needed to operate air conditioners by 25%.

The front lawns of 8 houses have the cooling effect of about 70 tons of air conditioning!

Having a healthy lawn also removes dust and dirt from the air, approximately 12 million tons of it annually in the U.S.

Something you should know

· February 15, 2011 · 2:15 pm · Did You Know?, Employees, Misc., , , ,

Something You Should Know…

Twenty seven years ago when I started this tree care company, I had no idea I was lined up for a roller coaster ride of Feast or Famine as a career.  That’s right; a roller coaster job is putting it lightly because in the spring and summer, wonderful volumes of work come in like nobody’s business but then come the winter months where starvation and poverty-stricken days show up and surround us like buzzards on road kill.

Getting a tree job is like standing in a soup line with only enough food for half the people and everyone cutting corners to get in front.  It’s too funny I’m telling you!  I catch myself laughing at the irony of why in the world anyone would start a tree care company  – “Just kidding”.

Anyhow, facts are, the best time of year for tree operations are the winter months when trees are in a kind of sleep mode or should I say, “taking a rest and gearing up for the next growing season.”

Not only is it better for the tree but winter pruning is easier because it’s easier to see limbs without leaves blocking the view of dead or unproductive branches.  Pruning off undesirable live material is better because the tree hasn’t spent all that energy growing leaves.  It’s almost always more cost effective because of factors like less debris to clean up and no delicate flowers growing up under the trees to work around, of course,  there is less of a work load which means no over time hours.

Fact is, winter months are hands down the best time of year to have tree work performed regardless of what kind of maintenance it is, and,  of course,  above all other reasons,  the best time to have any kind of work done is when you are ready.  It’s not necessary to wait until spring or summer. If you have tree work to do and you are in a position to have it done, do it now; by doing so, you will probably save money, as well.

Ruel Jones

Nashville Scene 2010 Best of the Best

· February 4, 2011 · 6:20 pm · Misc.

I want to thank you all for making Quality Tree Surgery the best tree company in Nashville through the Nashville Scene. In a typical election or voting-based awards program, the competitors will use advertising and marketing as tools to keep themselves remembered at the voting booths; we did none of that. That is what truly makes this so gratifying. Knowing that you, the customer, took time out of your day and remembered us when voting for “Best of Nashville” without being coerced or reminded is truly special. Believe me, there was much chatter around the office when the results came in. We hugged each other, shook hands, high-fived, and generally celebrated. I believe every employee stopped on their way home that day and picked up a copy of the Nashville Scene and its proclamations. We showed our spouses, children and anyone else who we thought may care. We purchased a large banner proclaiming us the “BEST TREE COMPANY OF NASHVILLE 2010” and put it up outside of the office. We drive by that banner every day when coming and going from work, and we are reminded of the thoughtfulness of you, the customer, each time we see it.

To be the best tree company you must have the best employees. We do, and 2010 proved it.

On Sunday, May 2nd, I was sitting at home watching the news and weather about our current crisis-the flood- when I received a phone call. A co-worker had driven by the office and had seen the results of some high wind damage. A large oak had broken and was completely blocking our parking area. Shingles were missing off the roof, and there was general damage to surrounding properties. After a short discussion, we agreed to meet there and clean up the oak so that on Monday we would be able to park. From there, things got real serious real quick. Upon arrival, we checked the answering machine and realized that damages were far from a localized problem. The machine was nearly full. We contacted Ruel, salesman and owner, and he came in. While we worked to clear the parking lot, he was busy returning calls and driving to properties with damages. As the rain continued to come down and the flooding got worse, we were out there clearing drives and supporting trees that would otherwise have fallen over due to saturated ground. I was in communication with my then girlfriend now wife as she updated me on road conditions so I could route myself to these properties. We volunteered for this. It wasn’t mandatory, we simply just wanted to help.

Later on in the summer, we continually had pop-ups of severe thunderstorms all over the mid-state; it seemed to happen weekly. A crew of men could always be found at the office, waiting in case of a call. True, some of this is mandatory, but, oftentimes, you would see others waiting, just in case they too could help. We would work until after dark on Friday nights and come in early on Saturday to take care of damages if that’s what it took. And though we were working overtime and coming in on our days off, no one complained or tried to take short-cuts. We never had a hard time getting a crew together for emergencies; everyone here takes pride in what they do and are constantly looking to help. Just last week we had a tree pruning job that we had to complete by the end of the day, and we had guys volunteering from the turf division and landscape division, and even our secretary said she’d go and work, dragging brush or anything that could help.  To have this kind of work environment is great. But to be recognized for it by you, the customer, is phenomenal.  Once again, thank you Nashville, for making us the best tree company around.  By: Joe Giansante

Icky, sticky, gooey stuff…

· August 18, 2010 · 11:14 pm · Lawn care, Misc., Pests, , , , , , , , , , ,

Icky, sticky, gooey stuff...

Did you experience a clear sticky substance or black mold on your deck, lawn furniture or car last summer? If you did, you may be experienc-ing the symptoms of the Asian woolly hackberry aphid, Shivaphis celti. Middle Tennessee hackberry trees experienced severe infestations during the summers of 2003 through 2006.   The aphids mysteriously vanished during the summers of 2006 and 2007 and reappeared again in 2008.

Hackberry, Celtis occidentalis and sugarberry, Celtis laevigata are the host plants for this aphid. The aphids are small, about 2—2.5 millimeters long and are conspicuous due to the large amount of bluish white wax secretion from their abdomen. See Photo. The adults are winged and give the appearance of small pieces of cotton on the undersides of leaves.
Overwintering eggs hatch into females that, without fertilization, give birth to living females. The ability of females to reproduce without mating is termed parthenogensis. This ability allows young to be brought forth throughout the summer, accounting for rapid increases in population. The largest populations usually occur in late July or early August in our area. In late fall, males and females are born. After mating, the female deposits overwintering eggs, and the cycle contin-ues the following year.
During severe infestation the aphids excrete large amounts of honeydew, which coats the lower leaves and drips onto objects below the tree. The honeydew attracts ants, bees and other insects and serves as a medium for the growth of sooty mold fungus. In most cases little injury occurs to the trees; however, staining of wood, painted surfaces or fabric may occur from prolonged exposure to sooty mold.
If you are experiencing staining of decks, lawn furniture or other valuable items, you may want to consider treatment for this pest.
Prevention can be obtained by soil treatment in April or May with a systemic insecticide, such as imidicloprid. Reduction of populations can be obtained by spraying small trees with a contact insecticide or microinjection of larger trees in July through September.

The Long Race of Summer!

· August 5, 2010 · 3:16 pm · Lawn care, Misc., Tree care, , , , ,

Imagine if you will, a group of racehorses
pacing in a field. They look eager for the
run; it has been a long off-season. You
can see the restlessness in their eyes, the
anxiousness in their body movements.
You can almost see them speaking with
one another, conversing about the challengesQuality Tree Surgery, Inc.
to come and the obstacles to hurdle
over. As they gallop in the field and
spring around the practice track, you can
tell that they are driven beyond something
of duty, they are driven by a passion. Isn’t
this what makes them great and why they
are so quick and efficient on the track?
That love of the race?
They are no different than us, the workers of Quality Tree, Turf
and Landscape. When the long season ended last year and the
days became shorter and cooler we were relieved and enjoyed the
lighter, shorter work weeks! But not anymore. With spring comes
that anxiousness, that drive to once again put our skills and performance
to work. Yes, you can see it in our eyes; that push. Yes,
like an eager racehorse we have begun to pace. And why not?
This is what we love, this is our passion. You may see us during
our race in your yard, looking tired and exhausted, but also you will
see a deep satisfaction. You will see smiling faces streaked with
dirt and sweat and maybe even a thankfulness to do a job so rewarding.
For once again we are in our element – going the distance.
We are now beating our hooves on the ground waiting for the gunshot
to ring out so we may once more run the long race of spring
and summer.

By Joe Giansante

The Healthy Sweet

· July 12, 2010 · 8:18 pm · Misc.

What do most folks commonly know about honey? It’s sweet, sticky, and the life source that keeps Winnie the Pooh alive. Some people use it for baking and on biscuits. But, oh, there’s so much more!
And regarding the long range health benefits, recent science has proclaimed honey is now wildly considered nature’s perfect food!
Honey has natural sugars that our body needs in order to create energy. Honey eaten before exercise is digested and released into the blood flow at a steady rate not being exhausted too quickly as other commercial sport supplements’ sugars might. Even during post-workouts, honey promotes muscle recuperation and glycogen restoration. It also contains minerals, vita-mins, anti-oxidants, amino acids, and enzymes that can help with digestion! Antioxidants pro-tect our skin from the damage of UV rays and aid in skin rejuvenation. Honey is also sweeter than table sugar and makes baking more fragrant and tasty. And as storage of honey at room temperature will not result in spoilage, stocking it anywhere in the kitchen is convenient. This is possible because the high sugar concentrate kills bacteria and air born yeasts, allowing no germs to live in honey for more than 24 hours, making it one of the most clean foods one can eat.
Tupelo, clover, and orange blossom honeys are the most famous, though there are countless others to choose from. Light-colored honey is usually milder in flavor, while the darker honeys usually possess a bolder taste. Also, make sure to buy unfiltered, uncooked, and 100% pure honey from a local distributor if available. As a son of a beekeeper, rarely does a day go by that I don’t consume honey on something, and it’s always in my coffee. Honey is good on just about anything. Chances are anything that tastes good to you now will improve with honey on it. So, take your honey some honey and enjoy!
- – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - – - -
Makes eight 8 oz. servings
Calories 60
Sugar 16g.
Sodium 77mg. Carbohydrate 17g.
Potassium 85mg.
-1/4 cup honey -1/2 teaspoon light salt -1 package unsweetened soft drink mix (similar to Kool-Aid® packets) -7-1/2 cups water

Ruel Jones

On the Lighter Side

· July 12, 2010 · 8:10 pm · Misc.

As we all resolve to make resolutions for the New Year, it seems starting an exercise program comes to mind. The following are some important reasons to exercise:
1. It is well documented that for every minute you exercise, you add one minute to your life. That enables you at 85 years old to spend 5 additional months in a nursing home at $5,000 per month.
2. My grandmother started walking five miles a day when she was 60. Now she’s 97 years old and we don’t know where she is.
3. I joined a health club last year, spent about $400 bucks. Haven’t lost a pound. Apparently you have to show up.
4. I have to exercise early in the morning before my brain figures out what I’m doing.
5. I like long walks, especially when they are taken by people who annoy me.
6. I have flabby thighs, but fortunately my stomach covers them.
7. The advantage of exercising every day is that you die healthier.
8. If you are going to try cross country skiing, start with a small country.
Seriously, we should all get some type of exercise several times a week—and not just the remote working our fingers. In addition, we need to stay pumped up on all those wonderful vitamins that keep us healthy during this germ-infested season. Make sure you’re getting enough!
There are 13 widely recognized vitamins. Vitamins A, D, E, and K can be stored in body fat and don’t have to be consumed every day.
Vitamins B & C, on the other hand, are flushed out of your system each day and therefore must be consumed on a daily basis. The best way of getting what you need is by eating a balanced diet composed largely of fresh or frozen foods. Canned foods may lose up to half their vitamins during processing.
Here are some roles each vitamin plays:
Vitamin A—Needed for healthy skin and hair, bone growth, tooth development, and reproduction.
Vitamin D—Helps your body absorb calcium and phosphorus; essential for formation of bones and teeth.
Vitamin K—Aids in blood clotting; helps maintain normal bone metabolism.
B Vitamins—Regulate the central nervous system; help release energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats; aid formation of red blood cells.
Vitamin C—Key for white blood cell and immune system building, tissue growth, and healing.■

You Make it All Worthwhile

· July 12, 2010 · 8:02 pm · Lawn care, Misc., Tree care

I‘ve worked for some of Nashville‘s tree companies over the years. I‘ve never been involved with a clientele cut from the same cloth as the patrons of Quality Tree Surgery. I‘m almost always greeted with a smile. I hear friendly voices on the phone even at such odd hours as seven in the morning when I‘m calling to let you know that I‘m on the way to make an unscrupulous amount of noise outside your windows with my chipper and my crew‘s chainsaws. It makes all the difference in the world to my crew when they are treated with respect. Let‘s face it, tree climbers aren‘t usually thought of as the most intelligent group of people on the planet. We‘re used to getting dirty for a living and being treated like ditch diggers when we come into contact with the general public. There‘s absolutely nothing ―general‖ about you people. I‘m not just saying this to stay within your good graces. I truly mean it. Some of you have gotten to know me quite well. Some of you even actually read my articles in our quarterly. So, this time, I take great pleasure in taking the time to sit and write a short note to all of you. Ruel Jones told me once: ―This is a people business Jason. The trees aren‘t ever going to pick up the phone and call us.‖ Thank you for caring about your trees. More importantly, thank you for caring about us. No act of kindness goes unnoticed. No kind word is left unheard. You are all the finest people a man could hope to work with. May this new year be the best one you‘ve ever experienced.
-One of your ―Tree Men‖■

Jason Kenney

The Meaning behind the Phrase

· July 12, 2010 · 4:41 pm · Misc.

The Meaning Behind the Phrase . . . . .
Rule of Thumb:
Way back when before there were thermometers, brewers would use their thumb or finger to check the heat. If it was too cold, the yeast wouldn’t grow; if it was too hot, the yeast would die. The thumb in the brew is where we get the phrase, “rule of thumb.”
The Whole 9 Yards:
Comes from World War II fighter pilots in the Pacific. When loading their planes with ammo, the .50 caliber machine gun belts were 27 ft. long before loading them in the fuselage. If the pilot fired all their ammo at one target, it got “the whole nine yards.”

The Meaning Behind the Phrase . . . . .Rule of Thumb:Way back when before there were thermometers, brewers would use their thumb or finger to check the heat. If it was too cold, the yeast wouldn’t grow; if it was too hot, the yeast would die. The thumb in the brew is where we get the phrase, “rule of thumb.”The Whole 9 Yards:Comes from World War II fighter pilots in the Pacific. When loading their planes with ammo, the .50 caliber machine gun belts were 27 ft. long before loading them in the fuselage. If the pilot fired all their ammo at one target, it got “the whole nine yards.”

Old Soldiers and their Memorials

· July 12, 2010 · 4:21 pm · Misc., Tree care

Old Soldiers and their Memorials Jason Kenney
Have you ever listened to a tree guy talk? Ever notice how they refer to trees with statements like “Look at that big guy!” or “Wow, she’s a beauty!” or even one of my favorites “Look at that old soldier?” Once you’ve spent enough time in the trees, you begin to realize that they have their own unique “personality” traits. Trees have a story to tell us, if we’re just willing to listen to them.
Trees are living fossils, living history. Ever looked at a tree stump to count the rings? Those rings are the trees biog-raphy as well as a history of weather patterns the trees has endured. Scientists are cur-rently using satellite imagery to find the remaining virgin forests and taking core sam-ples of the trees in these re-gions to tell the history of our weather patterns. You can tell by the width of a tree’s growth ring whether or not there was adequate rainfall or a drought. The wider the ring, the greater the living
conditions were for that tree. The smaller the ring, the more harsh the living conditions were for that tree. These cen-turies old trees are providing us with a more complete his-tory about rainfall cycles and what we may expect from our weather in the future.
So, how does this pertain to you? You can use trees to commemorate things in your life. Plant a tree with your children or grandchildren. Watch the tree grow as they grow. It’s a great way to teach children the benefits of stewardship. As a father of three, I’ve planted a tree with each of my children and thor-oughly enjoy watching them experience the pride of having a permanent effect on their world. I smile when I find them smelling blossoms, plac-ing G.I. Joe in the branches like their crazy father or see-ing a bird nest for the first time in their tree.
Trees also make a great me-morial for loved ones. My
children play and swing be-neath the outstretched arms of a large Oak that carries the same looming shadow as did my Great Uncle Tommy who fought for his country during World War II. As an arborist and an American, I am plant-ing a Sawtooth Oak in honor of our brave soldiers who fought and are still fighting in the current war with Iraq. I’m looking into having some signs made to mark them so that one day, long after I’m gone, someone gazes up through their canopy and re-members what some great men and women endured. Maybe, just maybe, they’ll think about what they can do to honor their world in the same manner that these living giants and the people they were planted in remembrance of have done. I for one can only hope that I’ve made an impact on people’s life as large as the trees have made on mine.■

Old Soldiers and their Memorials Jason KenneyLearnfrom themistakes of others,You can never live long enough to make them all yourself.-AnonymousRuel Jones / President Mark Smith / Crew LeaderKim Cross / Consulting Arborist Jason Kenney / Crew LeaderISA Certified Arborists on StaffHave you ever listened to a tree guy talk? Ever notice how they refer to trees with statements like “Look at that big guy!” or “Wow, she’s a beauty!” or even one of my favorites “Look at that old soldier?” Once you’ve spent enough time in the trees, you begin to realize that they have their own unique “personality” traits. Trees have a story to tell us, if we’re just willing to listen to them.Trees are living fossils, living history. Ever looked at a tree stump to count the rings? Those rings are the trees biog-raphy as well as a history of weather patterns the trees has endured. Scientists are cur-rently using satellite imagery to find the remaining virgin forests and taking core sam-ples of the trees in these re-gions to tell the history of our weather patterns. You can tell by the width of a tree’s growth ring whether or not there was adequate rainfall or a drought. The wider the ring, the greater the livingconditions were for that tree. The smaller the ring, the more harsh the living conditions were for that tree. These cen-turies old trees are providing us with a more complete his-tory about rainfall cycles and what we may expect from our weather in the future.So, how does this pertain to you? You can use trees to commemorate things in your life. Plant a tree with your children or grandchildren. Watch the tree grow as they grow. It’s a great way to teach children the benefits of stewardship. As a father of three, I’ve planted a tree with each of my children and thor-oughly enjoy watching them experience the pride of having a permanent effect on their world. I smile when I find them smelling blossoms, plac-ing G.I. Joe in the branches like their crazy father or see-ing a bird nest for the first time in their tree.Trees also make a great me-morial for loved ones. Mychildren play and swing be-neath the outstretched arms of a large Oak that carries the same looming shadow as did my Great Uncle Tommy who fought for his country during World War II. As an arborist and an American, I am plant-ing a Sawtooth Oak in honor of our brave soldiers who fought and are still fighting in the current war with Iraq. I’m looking into having some signs made to mark them so that one day, long after I’m gone, someone gazes up through their canopy and re-members what some great men and women endured. Maybe, just maybe, they’ll think about what they can do to honor their world in the same manner that these living giants and the people they were planted in remembrance of have done. I for one can only hope that I’ve made an impact on people’s life as large as the trees have made on mine.■

Why Healthy Trees Fall

· December 14, 2009 · 7:37 pm · Misc., Tree care, , , ,

Ruels Pictures 2009 032In most cases tree failure is directly linked to some kind of decay, either in the root system or above ground in the frame of the tree. Losing a tree to these problems is more acceptable but to lose a

perfectly healthy tree due to a structural weakness is saddening. Not only do you lose a tree, the clean air it provides and the money or time to clean it up, you also lose all the years it takes to get another tree that size. And to add salt to the wound in most cases these trees could have been protected by bracing with cables and or bolts.

Structural weaknesses are usually easily spotted, it just takes a few minutes to walk the property and visually inspect the trees for sharp angled crotches. Look at the picture, if your trees have crotches that look similar to this you might need to have us come out and take a second look. There is no charge for doing a walk through inspection and even if you can’t take care of the problem immediately at least you have information to address it when you can.

By: Ruel Jones

Gotta Know This

· December 11, 2009 · 7:24 pm · Lawn care, Misc., Tree care, ,

  • Chewing gum while peeling onions will keep you from crying.

  • The average person will spend two weeks over their lifetime waiting for the traffic light to change.

  • Honey is the only food that does not spoil. Honey found in the tombs of   Egyptian pharaohs has been tasted by archaeologists and found edible.

  • No piece of normal size paper can be folded in half more than 7 times.

  • You will weigh less if you weigh yourself when the moon is full.

  • A mole can dig a tunnel 300 feet long in just one night.

  • A sneeze travels out of your mouth at over 100 m.p.h.

  • Roosters cannot crow if they cannot extend their necks.

  • A sneeze travels out of your mouth at over 100 m.p.h.

Get Outside!

· December 2, 2009 · 8:05 pm · Lawn care, Misc., Tree care, , , , , , , , ,

Been to any of our wonderful state parks recently? If not you are missing out on a great opportunity. Did you know that Tennessee recently won the “Best Parks in the Nation” award?  Imagine that, the best and cleanest parks in the nation right here in your own backyards. With fall almost here, it is the perfect time to enjoy a day out in the wilderness.

There are currently 53 parks in this state, each with something different and unique to offer. This means that everyone young and old can enjoy a visit. Canoeing the Narrows of the Harpeth River is a great family

adventure that is close to residents in the Nashville area. Or, if breathtaking views and great hikes are your thing, then Fall Creek Falls state park is a great choice. It offers over 34 miles of hiking trails, two of which are long distance overnight trails. There is also a scenic route, which can be driven, showing many gorgeous mountaintop vistas. The most popular stop on the scenic route is Buzzard’s Roost, which also has a place for rock climbing and rappelling. It should be noted that to rock climb or rappel, a ranger must be notified.

Unfortunately, there is not enough room in this article to highlight all of Tennessee’s state parks, but you can research different parks and find out what they offer at www.tennessee.gov/parks. There you can

reserve cabins, campsites, and get directions to whatever park you choose.

Author’s note: Though not mentioned above, my personal favorite place to go is Rock Island State Park.   Here is a picture; it is

about two hours southeast of Nashville.

rock island

By: Joe Giansante

Before Looking Any further

· January 12, 2005 · 8:30 pm · Misc., Tree care

Before looking any further into this information package, I ask that we all take a moment in thought for the horrible tidal wave that recently devastated 11 nations and affected so many human lives in our world we all share together. Please be a part in helping and give thanks that we are here and able to offer for those in need.
For the mean time, we can also tend to our homeland. Taking good care of our selves, our finances, and our property is what allows us to be in a position for helping others.
On the property side of things, this is one of the best times of year to address vegetation management whether it concerns maintaining the health of mature plants and trees or the invasion of unwanted growth taking over the back forty so to speak. Did you know that well managed landscapes have as much as 25% impact on a property value? In some cases it’s greater.
I love buying houses and fixing them up and one of the first things I look for is a property that is all over grown. It usually has brush and trees growing in the yard, on the sides, and across the back making the yard look small. The shrubs are over grown and have trees, weeds and vines growing threw them, up on the gutters, all over the sidewalks and into the drive. I’m sure you know what I’m talking about because there’s usually one in every neighborhood. There’s always the goof balls down the street who won’t clean up their yard, hopefully they aren’t next door, for heavens sake. Usually these houses can be bought for a song, well maybe a little dance, too. What I’m saying is, for sure, all buyers know that this property will sell for a discount just because it looks so lifeless and blah!
We have several realtors that use our services to come in and give the property a face-lift prior to putting them on the market. It helps if you can see the place, you know? This, alone, really pays off for the seller. Winter is the best time to get rid of over-growth and dress up the landscape beds. There’s no leaves falling to mess the beds back up, the plants aren’t growing on the top side so the trimming last several months, and it shows that someone is actu-ally home. There is no wrong time to cleanup and dress out a property although January, February and March are the best.
Have a great winter and we’ll be here for you or “that neighbor”!

Ruel Jones

 

 

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