We are seeking an experienced Tree Climber. This is a Full Time Position Requirements are: 3 years of climbing experience, must be able to climb with and without hooks, be experienced in removals and pruning using ISA ANSI A300 Pruning Standards. Be able to operate a bucket truck in a safe manner. Must be hard working and […]
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Potential danger of a tree struck by lightning
During a summer storm a client of ours had a Poplar tree struck by lightning. This doesn’t always mean the death of the tree but in this case it did as it blew apart the top of the tree which caused a large section of it to come crashing down on the home owner’s driveway. We […]
Why Tree Topping is bad for a Tree
Experts Agree. DON’T TOP YOUR TREE! Tree topping is mutilating, expensive, and obsolete however it is still down widespread. Why? There are two major reasons: myth and lack of understanding about proper tree care. What is Tree Topping? Tree topping is drastic removal or cutting back of large branches in mature trees which leaves large, […]
The Impact of Snow on Trees
With Heavy snow on the forecast it is a good time to talk about the dramatic affect of loaded snow on trees. The weight of a cubic foot of snow varies anywhere from 7 lbs to 20 lbs depending on the type of snow whether it be light and fluffy or a heavy wet snow. […]
Winter Tips:
Winter Tips: Trim Your Hedges and Prune Dead Tree Limbs – With windy weather and possible snow ahead, survey your yard and check for any dead or hanging limbs that could cause damage in a storm or come down with heavy winds or snow. If you see tree limbs that could be hazardous give us a […]
Tis the season to give.
Mention this note and we will donate 10% of the cost of your tree removal or tree pruning cost to the local Food Pantry during the month of December 2015.
Tis the season of giving!
Since this is the season to give, we here at R. L. Elliott Enterprises, Inc. would like to offer $50.00 off all jobs $500.00 or more and $100.00 off all jobs $1000.00 or more during the month of December 2015. Mention that you have seen this on our website.
Storms
Storms can happen any time of year. Late summer and fall traditionally can bring some challenging weather related work to tree companies. The combination of weather patterns, depending on geographic area, that can result in thunderstorms, saturated soils, high winds, hurricanes, or even early wet heavy snowfalls can challenge the strongest of trees’ canopy structures […]
R. L. Elliott Enterprises Tree Service RVA On CBS 6 news
Three Things to Check before the Storm On October 1, 2015 R. L. Elliott Enterprises Tree Service RVA was contacted to talk to CBS 6 News about things to inspect on trees before a storm. We sent one of our top rated Certified Arborist, Clay Johns, to speak with Shelby Brown from CBS 6. Some of […]
Heavy Rains and Winds
Heavy rains and winds can cause trees to topple over. After heavy rains and winds we receive a lot of calls from people finding broken limbs and sometimes whole trees on their vehicles, driveways, homes, and in their yards. Trees and branches have the potential for failure in storm situations. There are signs you can […]