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Does Your Tree Need Pruning?
There are a variety of reasons which may cause your tree to need pruning, and it isn’t always the case that you can tell straight
Tree Roots
First and foremost a healthy root system is key to a healthy tree. One of the key indicators of damaged or struggling roots system is
Disputes with Neighbours over Trees and Roots
Trees are a major cause of conflict between neighbours. Common problems include roots damaging sewer pipes, parts of a tree damaging a building, trees affecting
Tree Defects caused by Animals, Insects and Pathogens
Below is a brief summary of the most common defects you are likely to find caused by animals and insects and fungi. Common Tree
General Tree Defects
Below is a brief summary of the most common defects you are likely to find in your trees. Too often we get called out to
Woodfire – Preparing for Winter
If you own a fireplace, having your own ready-made supply of wood can be a huge benefit. And if you live on Sydney’s North Shore,
Why Use a Qualified Arborist?
What most people are not aware of is that our industry is not licensed. Therefore anyone can call themselves an arborist. You may have seen
Conifer Dieback
Conifer Dieback – What causes it? Cypress Canker and Cypress Weevil are both common diseases of Cypress trees (conifer trees) in Australia. They cause conifer
How to Remove Tree Stumps
In this article I’m going to look at a few different ways to remove tree stumps. I’m sure you have at some time come across
Are Your Trees Safe?
When does Tree Failure Typically Happen? Tree failure typically occurs during windy and wet weather. In Sydney this is typically during the cooler winter months
Do You Need a Council Permit?
Do I need a Permit to Prune / Remove my Tree? Before conducting any tree pruning or tree removal work you want to check your
Pruning Deciduous Trees
Pruning Deciduous Trees is best done during Winter Winter time is the best time for pruning deciduous trees. Deciduous trees drop their leaves and store
Composting of Autumn Leaves
Autumn brings with it lots of leaves especially when you have deciduous trees on your property or neighbouring properties. Too often people dispose of them
10/50 Vegetation Clearing Laws – Updated
As at the 1st August 2014 laws came into place which help people prepare their homes for bush fires in NSW. The legislation has recently
What’s happening at Priority Tree Services this week
Its been a busy week for Priority Tree Services this week with large trees being brought down in Wahroonga and Turramurra . We also had
NEW 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Laws
As at the 1st August 2014 new laws came into place which help people prepare their homes for bush fires in NSW. If you want
Get ready for a spring
We are in the middle of winter but before you know it spring will be here again. I have already noticed that some of the
Tree Care Firms And Arborists Are NOT All The Same
“WARNING! Tree Care Firms And Arborists Are NOT All The Same. Here Are The 3 CRITICAL Questions To Ask Before Selecting A Firm To Protect
New Cherry picker
We have recently purchased a new cherrypicker (EWP) to meet the ever increasing demand from our customers for pruning tall hedges as well as other
Safety Training
Priority Trees has recently undergone further staff training. For the safety of all of our climbing arborist we have had some of our staff attend
Tree Transplanting saves Palms!!!
We currently have our arborists working on a large site in the City of Sydney Council area where all the trees on the site were
Diamond Python in Suburban Tree
On very few occasions our arborists and crew are lucky enough to come accross some unusual creatures in trees. On this occasion they found a
