Winter clean-up with Pine Valley Tree Service

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Did you know that well-pruned evergreens are far more resilient to our harsh winters? Or that the problem of tree removal and lot clearing is often easier to tackle in the winter than in the busy spring and summer seasons? Well, it's true, and we recently spoke to Pine Valley Tree Services' owner and tree specialist, Larry Kwak, about the reasons why.

Winter is a great time to tackle your evergreen trees, shrubs, and brushes for various reasons, but the primary one is tree health. Evergreen bushes, hedges, and full-growth trees really appreciate the help that comes from selective pruning and shaping. "Branches on a well-pruned, shaped tree are far more resilient to heavy snow loads or ice buildup," Larry shares with us. "Keeping your evergreens well-shaped means far less risk of broken branches or damaged hedges." If you need trees removed or something large delivered, Pine Valley has a 26’ flat deck trailer with a 15,000 lb. winch on it. With more than 40 years of taking care of BC's trees, Larry knows firsthand the positive results of year-round tree care.

Calling in Expert Help Starts with a Free Consultation

Not sure if you have problem trees that need dealing with, or where to start with the challenges that you are aware of? Pine Valley Tree Services takes that worry off your hands—Larry and his team offer free consultations and estimates from Kamloops and Salmon Arm, to Vernon and Kelowna. Larry does this partly because he loves the interaction with his clients, and there is an educational component attached to his customer consultations, too.

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Pine Valley Tree Services also offer year-round tree health management, not just tree removal services. Larry and his team can take care of every aspect of your property's tree and shrub needs - from root fertilization and fruit tree pruning in the spring to bi-annual shrub and hedge trimming done in the spring and fall. Winter pruning - when trees and shrubs are dormant - is also easier on the plants. "Often homeowners are not aware of exactly what their trees and evergreens need, and we enjoy adding to their understanding."

Winter Care For A Discount

Pine Valley Tree Services can schedule in their services faster in the winter, unlike the late spring/summer when their availability books up weeks in advance. The ground tends to not be muddy, making for easier access and cleanup. Because of this, Pine Valley Tree Services offers 15% off their full roster of tree services from November 1 to February 1. "We keep our crews rolling year-round," Larry says, "Part of the way we keep them busy is by offering a financial incentive to bring us in during our slower winter season." During these visits, speak with Larry and his team about the benefits of setting up a year-round health management strategy, from hedge or tree branch shaping and stump grinding to absorbing root fertilizer. Getting a jump on tree care now also means healthier greenery next spring and summer.

Another reason you may want to get a head start on addressing any problem trees or potential fire risks is due to some recently introduced legislation. "New city bylaws throughout much of BC are now in place," Larry informs us. "And these put stipulations in place for homeowners to remove hazardous trees and brush within close proximity to dwellings." It is an excellent idea to deal with any potential concerns you have right now, before spring arrives, driving up the cost and not getting the work done as soon as it needs to!

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Winter Means Snow Removal: Pine Valley Tree Services Has That Covered!

Even though things typically slow down for tree service work over the holiday season, other projects come into play for Larry and his team. Pine Valley Tree Services also offers custom-tailored snow removal services in Kamloops and its suburbs. "Snow removal service is so site-specific that we have found the best way to care for our clients is to have them contact us directly in order to discuss their needs. We can take care of everything from tricky roof clearing to typical driveway and lot clearing."

From Treetops to Wood Stoves: Kamloops-Based Firewood Services Now Available

Another winter service offered by Pine Valley Tree Services is firewood supply. "Firewood sales are something new that we have recently added," Larry says. They offer three levels of firewood, and delivery is available for customers within 20 minutes of Kamloops. Alternatively, customers can pick up their order from the company yard in central Kamloops.

"This year is the first year that we are able to offer firewood services, simply due to the recent increase of our available space," Larry says. Pine Valley Tree Services has a well-laid-out website that breaks down firewood prices and delivery options into three easy-to-understand categories, making it simple for clients to customize their wood orders. Larry and his team are all about giving their clients options, which is a big part of why they are consistently ranked as one of BC's top arborist and tree management companies.

Making Winter Work Fun

With all the services Pine Valley Tree Services offers, you might be wondering how Larry and his team fit in time for winter festivities. "I LOVE Christmas!" Larry laughs. "My favourite thing to do is our massive Christmas light setup - I go full-out with it. We have three grandkids, and it is so rewarding to see the smiles on their faces," says Larry. "I even offer Christmas light installation assistance to our clients - I love doing it that much!” Larry enthusiastically tells us about all the potential that having a bucket truck brings to setting up light displays, and it is easy to see that he is not exaggerating about his passion for lighting things up.

The full list of what Pine Valley Tree Services can offer is well laid out on the company's website, including a helpful section for homeowners outlining some important facts about the trees we share our homes with. That said, call the team at Pine Valley Tree Services if you don't see the service you are looking for. Chances are they can tackle it!

Get in Touch With Pine Valley Tree Services

Pine Valley Tree Services has satellite offices, with HQ being the Kamloops office. They serve Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Vernon and Kelowna – and a radius of 1 to 2 hours travel outside each of these cities. You can reach Larry and his team at 250-319-5586 in the Kamloops office or request a quote through their excellent website.

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