Casey Tree Removal

A world without trees would be a very difficult world however not many people know how much the human race relies on the existence of these large organisms. From filtering the carbon dioxide from our air to providing a range of different materials, we would be lost without them. Let’s face it, without trees we wouldn’t have paper, chewing gum or any aesthetic furniture to fill our homes with. Since they are a large part of our business here at Casey Tree Removal , we’ve decided to dedicate a blog to how they help protect us simply by existing in the first place… Air : Our air has the potential to be very toxic however it is thanks to trees and their ability to filter the carbon dioxide out of out of it that we are able to breathe it and live long happy lives. If we completely eradicate trees or reduced the population of them drastically, our air would become filthy and unsuitable. Soil : After the air, it is our soil that becomes a problem without trees since about 2.5 billion...

The time of year when a warm jumper is perfect in the morning but becomes bothersome in the afternoon has arrived which means that autumn is just around the corner. Whilst some people love the cold breeze and Halloween fever, for tree owners it is a busy time. After all, there are several tree related issues that can arise which means that you must always have your guard up. Here are a few tips and tricks to ensure your trees are correctly cared for this autumn… Remove the Leaves Autumn is known for falling leaves and whilst nobody enjoys the task of clearing them away, it is an important part of having a tree in your backyard. This is because wet leaves can weaken the grass around the tree by restricting the amount of light it has access to. In fact, rotting leaves are also a breeding ground for disease and mould which can spread to your tree! Inspect Regularly Keeping your tree healthy is important however making sure that it is able to stand is equally as vital. During au...

Here at Casey Tree Removal we carry out a whole range of different services for your trees and safety and felling is one of the most dangerous. In fact, the true skill of a tree surgeon is shown though their ability to fell a tr ee correctly. Not only do the experts have to take into consideration many different safety aspects, they also have to predict and plan where the tree will land. Here is how to carry out straight tree felling… What is it? Before we get into the step by step process it is important that people are aware what felling actually is. In simple terms, it is a fancy word that describes the process of cutting down a tree. The results of a felled tree can be found within the stump that is left behind. The Guide Step 1: Tree surgeons begin the process by assessing the area and establishing potential hazards or obstacles around the tree such as power lines, houses and cars. Flags are also used to mark the direction in which the tree will fall. Step 2: After t...

The tree industry is never a simple one. Not only is the practice of tree surgery incredibly dangerous no matter how skilled and experienced you are, it comes with its fair share of myth busting. After all, no industry is free from the wrath of myths. In this blog the team here at Casey Tree Removal  are going to put our expertise to the test and bust a few of the biggest ones around… Myth: Topping is a good thing for a tree Topping is perhaps the worst and most harmful method of tree surgery that can be carried out. It involves cutting the branches into stubs that are not long enough to sustain the rest of the branch. Many people have it carried out in order to reduce the size of a tree however it actually puts the health of the tree at risk. Myth: Tree planting is easy and anyone can do it Whilst anyone can technically plant a tree to some degree it takes a lot of time, experience and technique in order to master the process. After all, there are certain guidelines to ...

The human race is considered one of the most devastating species to grace the planet. After all, we destroy and affect everything that would otherwise be safe without our presence. For example, there are a whole range of wildlife on the verge of extinction thanks to deforestation, global warming is at an all-time high causing the polar ice caps to melt at a staggering rate and the way we dispose of waste is abysmal and unsustainable. In terms of trees we are putting at risk our method of gaining oxygen! Here are a few ways that humans, and even animals, are impacting the trees of the planet… Deforestation By definition deforestation is ‘the clearance or clearing and removal of a forest where the land is converted into non-forest use’ and is a global issue that we should be tackling head on. Of course, it is also a problem created by humans. Not only does deforestation destroy habitats, it also limits our population of trees which can put the atmosphere at risk! Fragmentation o...