arborist services
Figure Eight Projects provides professional arborist services in Nanaimo, including tree pruning, climbing, tree assessments, arborist consulting and tree risk assessments. Our tree work is led by an ISA Certified Arborist with Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and 20+ years of experience in horticulture and the landscape industry.
sustainable and responsible Tree pruning
Our goal is not simply to make a tree smaller or remove branches. It is to make appropriate pruning decisions that support the tree now and as it continues to grow, while supporting your space and landscaping goals.
Tree health, structure and safety are important to us. We use our assessment of the species, structure, condition and location of the tree to maintain the tree's natural form. Depending on the tree and the objective, pruning may include:
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Dead, dying or broken branch removal
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Crown cleaning
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Structural pruning
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Crown raising
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Crown reduction
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Clearance pruning
We consider branch attachment, defects, competing stems, included bark, clearance requirements and the tree’s response to pruning before determining what should be removed. Proper pruning cuts are made with consideration for the branch collar and branch bark ridge, without unnecessary removal of live tissue. We avoid topping and excessive crown removal that can negatively affect the tree's structure and long-term health.
Before pruning
After pruning
Tree risk assessments
Trees can develop structural defects, decay, root problems or other conditions that may develop into safety or tree health concerns. As an ISA Certified Arborist with TRAQ qualification, we are trained to look for and mitigate situations before they present expensive problems. We provide professional tree risk assessments to evaluate the tree, surrounding site and potential targets. Our assessments can help homeowners, contractors and property owners make informed decisions about tree retention, pruning, monitoring or removal.
Arborist consultations and tree reports
We provide arborist consulting and tree reports for homeowners, contractors and projects where professional tree information or documentation is required. Depending on the situation, this may include:
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Tree condition assessments
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Risk assessments
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Recommendations for tree protection
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Pruning recommendations
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Reports for development or municipal requirements
Trees are part of our landscape
Trees and the rest of the property affect each other. Construction, excavation, drainage, soil changes and landscape alterations can all affect the tree. Similarly, the growth and health of the tree affects the light, soil conditions, drainage and growing potential of your space.
Our background in arboriculture, horticulture, landscape design and construction allows us to look at the interplay of different factors in the landscape when making recommendations.
CERTIFIED ARBORIST IN NANAIMO
Figure Eight Projects provides ISA Certified Arborist services, tree pruning, tree risk assessments and arborist consulting throughout Nanaimo and surrounding areas. If you're concerned about a tree, planning construction around existing trees or need professional arborist advice, contact us!
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