Do you have big trees? Are they close to sidewalks or patios? Driveways or roadways? If so, it’s likely the ideal root zone is reduced – which is dangerous to the large tree’s livelihood. Roots are a ... Read More >
How Arborists Play an Important Role in the Washington, DC Community
Case Study: An Arborist evaluation finds signs of root disturbance and damage to the left side of red oak. The cause? A driveway that doesn’t exist. Using site clues most others wouldn’t have noticed, ... Read More >
How Healthy, Beautiful Trees Directly Affect Home Value in the DC Area
RTEC has the secret to adding great value to your property. No, you don't need to install a fancy water feature or a Zen garden to increase your home's value, the solution is a lot simpler! In fact, ... Read More >
What is a Certified Arborist and How to Hire the Right One for You
Everyone knows that when you get sick that you should go to a doctor; but what should you do when your tree gets sick? You see an arborist of course! Arborists, also know as arborculturists, and tree ... Read More >
Our Top Tips and Tricks for Winter Garden Protection
Ready or not, here winter comes! As the temperatures begin to drop, we begin to spend less and less time outside. In doing so, it can be easy to forget that our plants are still out there fighting for ... Read More >