Urban Forest Pro is a full-service tree company based in Portland, Oregon. We provide arborists certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) on every job we do. As a full-service tree company in Portland, Oregon, we also provide tree services in Vancouver, Washington, as well as tree services in the greater Clark County, Washington, area and the greater Multnomah County, Oregon, area. At the Urban Forest Pro blog, we hope to provide informative and actionable content regarding our full-service tree company for property owners and homeowners who need a tree expert to determine the best way to proceed on a variety of jobs: tree relocation, tree removal, tree pruning, tree trimming, tree cabling, stump grinding, tree permits, tree fertilization, view enhancements, and tree pest control. One of the goals of the Urban Forest Pro blog is t0 create a repository of timely and relevant information for homeowners and property owners who are looking for tree service in the Portland area. Our hope is that visitors to our site will be able to find information on tree services and be informed and entertained while doing so. Urban Forest Pro is the best and most experienced tree service company in Portland, Oregon, and this blog is set up to confirm that fact each and every time someone visits urbanforestprofessionals.com for tree service information.
If you’re researching the average cost of tree removal in Portland, Oregon, you’ll quickly realize that prices can vary significantly. Unfortunately, there is no universal “one-size-fits-all” price for tree removal, as the overall cost depends on a variety of factors. While we’d all love a reliable formula or app to answer the question, “How much […]
A tree risk assessment (TRA) is a formal evaluation that helps determine whether a tree poses a potential hazard to your property. Homeowners often confuse this with general tree evaluations, but a TRA follows strict criteria to ensure safety and health. This guide explains what a tree risk What Happens During a Tree Risk Assessment? […]
Fertilizing trees is an essential part of their long-term health, but knowing when and how to do it is key. Many homeowners wonder whether they should fertilize their trees in every season or if there’s a specific time that yields the best results. This guide breaks down the best times to fertilize, the types of […]
There are a lot of things that can trigger the need for a Portland tree removal permit. That is why it is important to do your homework before proceeding with any tree removals on your property. Even if the trees are in your backyard and you are on a single family lot, the city still […]
TL;DR: Trees near power lines pose safety risks, and responsibility for trimming them falls on utility companies. Homeowners should never attempt to trim trees near power lines themselves—contact the electric company or a certified arborist instead. Follow safety precautions, such as the 10-foot rule, avoiding ladders near power lines, and preventing children from climbing trees […]
TL;DR Who’s liable for tree damage? Generally, homeowners are responsible for damage caused by their trees. Healthy tree falls on your house: Your homeowner’s insurance likely covers it. Healthy tree falls on neighbor’s house: Their homeowner’s insurance likely covers it. Unhealthy tree falls: You could be liable if the damage was preventable with proper maintenance. […]
Preparing: Parking: Reserving parking is the responsibility of the client unless otherwise stated in your estimate the crew will need about 3 regular parking spaces in front of the your property for their truck and chipper and will need any trees to be worked on to be free of cars beneath them. If work is being done […]
Jump to: Frequently Asked Questions About Tree Relocation, How Much To Relocate a Tree?, Contact A Tree Moving Company Near You Much like a job, a family, or even your favorite sports team, trees can be uprooted and safely relocated. Typical reasons for tree relocation are when they grow too close to buildings or within […]
Storms are a fact of life in the Portland and Vancouver areas. Snowstorms, rain storms, wind storms – they make the news, can disrupt our lives, and occasionally knock down trees. And when they do, the safest thing to do is call a tree service company experienced in emergency tree removal. If you haven’t dealt […]
Starting in January 2015, most Portland tree removal projects will require a permit, in accordance with the city’s new Title 11 tree legislation. The Title 11 Tree Plan (or the Citywide Tree Policy Review and Regulatory Improvement Project as it is formally known) was passed in 2011, but full implementation was postponed until 2015. Title […]
