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FULL DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT:
On-site examination Preformed by Steve a certified arborist and tree care expert. Includes complete tree & plant health care plan with diagnostic assessment, treatment options and/or prevention plan.
Fee: varies, based on location and scope of assessment
CONSULTATION:
Tree care recommendations based on virtual evaluation using photos and video by text and email communication.
Fee: free
NEW CONSTRUCTION DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT:
On-site examination. Recommendations for tree health care issues concerning new construction plans, preserving mature trees, replanting the right trees in the right spot after construction.
Fee: varies, based on location and scope of assessment
TREATMENTS:
Environmentally safe and tested chemical injections for the treatment and/or prevention of tree diseases, fungus, bacteria and insects. Treatments for Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), Oak Wilt, Apple Scab, Dutch Elm Disease, Bur Oak Blight & more. Treatments performed formed by Steve a plant health care expert, certified chemical applicator, certified arborist and tree expert.
Fee: varies, based on location and scope of treatment
TRIMMING:
Intentional and corrective pruning for the ultimate health of the tree. All trimming and pruning services performed by a certified and insured arborist using current best care practices and equipment.
Fee: varies, based on location and scope of treatment
REMOVAL:
Tree removals completed by a licensed and certified arborist using the most current techniques and equipment.
Fee: varies, based on location and scope of removal
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We sell all our premium firewood pre-measured and batch moisture tested so you know exactly how much wood you're getting and that it is seasoned and ready to burn! (Pieces are cut to 16" lengths to fit average fireplace openings.) We deliver to the Glenwood, Alexandria and surrounding areas in West Central Minnesota.
When price comparing with other firewood sellers, be sure to compare STACKED measurements of wood as stacking and measuring firewood can vary widely from seller to seller.
1 face cord = tightly stacked row 4' high x 8' long x 16" wide
1 face cord = 1 pickup load (heaping)
1 face cord = 1/3 of full cord
1 full cord = 3 face cords
1 full cord = tightly stacked row 4' high x 4' wide x 8' long
WINTER MIX - Hard woods; oak, ash and maple wood to provide warmth, ambiance, aroma and maybe even make some memories during the winter season.
SUMMER MIX - varied hard and soft wood species that provide easier starting and a great burn for recreational campfires.
Good quality, good price and prompt delivery! Thank you Steve!
~Terry M. Villard, MN ~
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After 21+ years in the tree care industry, I have had the privilege of helping thousands of clients solve tree and plant health care problems. In this "Ask an Arborist" space, I tackle some of the most asked questions about plant health care and the "What Do You Use?" questions. I also share links to resources and products I personally recommend for tree and plant health care issues.
If you have questions about trees, plants or equipment please reach out to me and I’ll do my best to help you out.
Emerald Ash Borer
One of the most often asked questions goes something like this. "Does my tree have
Emerald Ash Borer(EAB)? "Are my trees going to die from EAB"? "Can you protect or save my trees from EAB"? The short answer to each of these questions is "YES". 1.
Yes, your ash trees can already be infested with EAB and you not know it. 2. Yes, all your ash trees will die from EAB infestation if they are not treated before it's too late.
3. Yes, I can evaluate your trees for signs and symptoms of Emerald Ash Borer and provide treatment to protect your ash trees from EAB. I use the most current injection products and treatment methods available to protect your trees from the deadly Emerald Ash Borer. *Preventative treatment is always more successful than trying to save a tree that already has a Emerald Ash Borer infestation.
Contact me for more Information on EAB and how to protect your trees.
Try these links from the International Society Of Arboriculture.
Home treatment. (paid link)
For the "Do It Yourself" types.
*I have not used this product. However, I have a client that said it worked for him but now he hires me to protect his ash trees from Emerald Ash Borer.
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What’s The Best Time To Trim My Trees
When is the best time to trim my trees?
The short answer is always when your trees are dormant. In other words, Winter Months. In the north, winter is the best time to trim because you reduce problems from insect, fungal, and bacterial pests harming exposed tissue left from pruning cuts.
There are times due to scheduling, storm damage and other circumstances that trees must be trimmed/pruned during the growing season. Which always leads to the question of; "DO I PAINT THE WOUNDS?". The short answer is NO. With proper PRUNING cuts made at the Branch Bark Collar on a HEALTHY tree you don't need to cover the cuts. For LARGE cuts or trees not so healthy the answer gets more complicated .
Contact Me for more information on trimming.
Try this link for more information on Pruning.
For the right tools try these. (paid links)
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How Do You Sharpen Your Saw Chains?
The first part of the my answer is aways "DON'T RUN YOUR CHAIN IN THE DIRT!" In my experience the fastest way to dull a sharp chain is to saw into the ground or let your chain hit the ground. Black top and concrete is even worse. Even though the bark on a tree naturally contains quite a bit of dust, dirt and sand that gets trapped in the grooves it's still doesn't dull the chain as fast as hitting the ground or trying to cut through wood that has dirt, sand or mud caked on it. The best thing you can do is to keep a sharp chain sharp as long as possible. Eventually you'll have to resharpen your chain no matter how careful you are and i feel that it's easier to do frequent touch up sharping than wait until to chain needs major work to bring it back to shape and get it sharp. Everyone I've ever talked to about this subject has their version of "THE BEST WAY TO DO IT!" Some say you can only use a round file(takes a lot of time and practice to master), others say you have to use a bench grinder(have to take chain off bar every time to sharpen and initial cost can be prohibitive) and others say the only way to get them sharp is to take them into a sharpening service need multiple loops to make it efficient and from personal experience, it may not come back cutting any better than when you sent it in). The correct answer is; what works best for you, and your comfort level and time to learn a new skill. I prefer to use a Dremel tool with the
appropriate size stone and angle guide for touch ups and a quality bench type chain
sharpener to sharpen chains off the bar.
Here is a link to some of the sharpening tools I use. (paid link)
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Chain Sharpening Stones (Dremel brand and Oregon brand seem to last the longest. Order the correct size for your chain.)
Bench Grinder For Chains (Hydraulic clamp is well worth the extra money.)
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~ Residential Client, Glenwood, MN
"My tree fell into my neighbor's driveway totaling their car. Hi-View Tree Care did a superior job on short notice. I have another tree that needs to be removed and Steve is the only one I will trust with this job.
I look forward to working with him again soon."
"My tree fell into my neighbor's driveway totaling their car. Hi-View Tree Care did a superior job on short notice. I have another tree that needs to be removed and Steve is the only one I will trust with this job. I look forward to working with him again soon."
~ J. Schuster, Glenwood, MN
"Steve was prompt, honest, fair, kind and clearly knows the business of trees. He is extremely professional and he knows what he's doing,
his knowledge is impressive."
"Steve was prompt, honest, fair, kind
and clearly knows the business of trees. He is extremely professional and
he knows what he's doing,
his knowledge is impressive."
~ Jodi S, Glenwood MN
"Hi-View Tree Care is a great asset to our community.
Steve's knowledge and work ethic are priceless."
"Hi-View Tree Care is a great asset
to our community.
Steve's knowledge and work ethic
are priceless."
Meet Steve, your tree expert. With over 21 years of experience and ongoing education in tree and plant health care best practices, Steve wants to help you! Whether you have one tree or one hundred trees, Steve can help you create the best plan for beautiful and healthy trees to enjoy for many years to come. Treatments for Emerald Ash Borer, Dutch Elm Disease, Oak Wilt, Bur Oak Blight and Apple Scab, along with tree trimming, tree removals and stump grinding all performed by a ISA Certified Arborist.
Steve's Credentials:
Tree expert with 20+ years experience
Certified Arborist through (ISA) International Society of Arboriculture
Minnesota State Certified Tree Inspector
Certified Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) First Detector
Minnesota Licensed Pesticide Applicator
Minnesota Tree Care Registry Member
Fully Licensed And Insured
practices, Steve wants to help you! Whether you have one tree or one hundred trees, Steve can help you create the best plan for beautiful and healthy trees to enjoy for many years to come. Treatments for Emerald Ash Borer, Dutch Elm Disease, Oak Wilt, Bur Oak Blight and Apple scab, along with tree trimming, tree removal and stump grinding all preformed by a ISA Certified Arborist.
Steve's Credentials :
Tree expert with 20+ years Experience
Certified Arborist Through (ISA) International Society of Arboriculture
Minnesota State Certified Tree Inspector
Certified Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) First Detector
Minnesota Licensed Pesticide Applicator
Minnesota Tree Care Registry Member
Fully Licensed and Insured
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