A Blessing Tree Service provides a wide range of tree care services for residential and commercial clients throughout Solano County. The company has the training and equipment to handle everything from routine pruning and shaping to complete tree removal, and it also performs stump grinding and chipping for the convenience of its customers.
Owner David Benjamin attributes much of A Blessing Tree Service’s success to its customer-oriented approach to tree work. “We’re professional from start to finish and we put our hearts into everything that we do,” he affirms. “The size and cost of the project doesn’t matter to us—we treat each customer with respect and always put their satisfaction first.”
A Blessing Tree Service prioritizes quality control in every aspect of its operations, which Mr. Benjamin says is the key to ensuring positive results. “Before we start working on a tree, we do a comprehensive survey of what we’re going to do and make sure our plan is carried out from beginning to end. That type of attention to detail allows us to perform a quality job every time.”
“We want to develop lasting relationships with our clients, so we focus on proving that we are what we say we are. It’s not just about trees for us—it’s about keeping a positive attitude and having a meaningful interaction with each customer.”
Have your trees pruned when they’re young to ensure their long-term health.
The importance of preemptive tree pruning is similar to the importance of orthodontic work during a person’s youth—just as braces set people up to have straight, healthy teeth, so too does pruning young trees promote good posture and healthy growth. By pruning your trees annually throughout their lives, you can maintain a healthy balance by simultaneously curbing overgrowth and promoting good growth.
What time of year is best to prune trees?
Some trees have specific pruning needs because they’re more susceptible to attacks from certain diseases and pests, so it’s important to determine your tree’s needs before any pruning takes place. In general, harmful pests are more active in the late spring and summer months, while disease finds its greatest advantage in the late fall and winter. That’s why the best time to prune trees is between late winter and early spring, before new growth begins and while temperatures are mild. However, certain trees are exceptions to this rule, so it’s important to educate yourself on your tree’s specific needs.
Do you need a pruning permit?
Even if it’s located on your property, a tree of a certain size, species or special designation may require you to obtain a city permit prior to pruning. This is true if your tree is in the public right-of-way (usually a “street tree” that’s on the sidewalk in front of your property) or is a “heritage tree,” which means it’s protected by the city or county because of its historical or indigenous significance. In San Bruno, for example, this designation extends to any native bay, buckeye, oak, redwood or pine that’s 6 inches in diameter or 54 inches tall; trees exceeding 10 inches in diameter; and any tree species that are mutually dependent upon each other.
Make sure you check the tree laws of your city before you start pruning. Typically, a permit is only necessary if you’re planning to prune more than 25 percent of the canopy, but that amount is often difficult to accurately measure, so obtaining a permit is a smart precautionary move regardless of how much you intend to prune. Fortunately, pruning permits are usually free—you can obtain one from your city government online, by phone or in person.
Few tree service companies earn the prestigious Diamond Certified award, which means they’ve been independently rated Highest in Quality and Helpful Expertise. Even fewer are also owned by tree experts who have three-plus decades of industry experience, but that’s exactly the case for A Blessing Tree Service. “I started this company after I realized I could be a mentor to others while still serving my clients,” says owner David Benjamin. “I saw the potential to do a better job because I always put my heart into whatever I do. Every day, we have an opportunity to provide our customers with great experiences.”
A Blessing Tree Service has been providing tree care services for residential and commercial clients throughout Solano County since 1997. In addition to handling everything from routine pruning and shaping to complete tree removal, the company has the in-house capabilities to perform stump grinding and chipping for its customers’ convenience.
Unlike less experienced tree companies that take a “one size fits all” approach to every job, A Blessing Tree Service sees each project as a chance to share its unique perspectives on quality and integrity. “We’re professional from start to finish,” affirms Mr. Benjamin. “It doesn’t matter if it’s a $100 job or a $100,000 job, we treat it with the same amount of respect and draw upon our experience to ensure the best possible results.”
To further differentiate itself from its competition, A Blessing Tree Service provides each customer with a complete survey before any work begins to ensure their plan is carried out from beginning to end. “Even for complicated jobs, this really works for us and our customers,” says Mr. Benjamin. “Sometimes there are challenges that make the job difficult or require problem solving, but that’s what we’re here for. We’re professionals and we always find a way to do the job safely. By listening closely to every client’s concerns, we’re able to come up with a plan of action that meets their needs.”
