The summer season is coming to an end and with that comes the start of fall. Many people prepare by putting away their hoses and getting out their rakes. Typically, pests and insects are last on the ... Read More >
We Remember…
Today is the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and, therefore, we wanted to take a pause from our regularly-scheduled tree content to remember those who lost their lives and those who are still impacted to ... Read More >
Oak-Leaf Mites: The Aftermath of Brood X
Good News: the Brood X cicadas are mostly gone from the DC area! Bad News: they left us an entirely new nuisance to deal with… A couple of months ago, we wrote about cicada oviposition and what it ... Read More >
Brood X: Cicadas and What to Do About Them
Brood X – we’ve heard this ominous-sounding title and seen close-up photos of cicadas in the media for months now. After all the fanfare, the cicadas have finally arrived and they've certainly lived ... Read More >
Get to Know Us: Our 6 Core Values and What They Mean for You
Hi there! We’re RTEC. You probably know us as the friendly, scientific professionals who care for your trees and shrubs, and that’s something we are very proud of. However, we think it’s time to give ... Read More >
