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www.oakvillebeaver.com · OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, April 9, 2010 · 30 Spring Home and Garden Maintain your trees' health with Colonial Tree Service To maintain good tree health, regular feeding and assessment for disease or insects can go a long way in preserving healthy beautiful tress for years to come. hedges including: Colonial Tree Service provides a number of Inspection­ assessing trees for disease, maintenance services for your tree, shrubs and insect infestation such as the Asian Longhorn Beetle and Emerald Ash Borer, and other symptoms of ill health. Inspection is key to catching and treating the tree to avoid removal. Environmentally Safe Spraying­ using soap based spray or an all-natural basil oil spray to help treat a variety of problems and insect infestations without pesticides. In cases where certain pesticides are needed you should insure that they are applied by a licensed contractor including some of the Emerald Ask Borer (EAB) decease. Vertical Mulching­ a series of holes are dug around the root system- similar to aerating a lawn- and then the holes are filled with mulch to provide a slowly released source of ongoing tree nutrition. Deep Root Injections­ using a high-pressure metal "needle," fertilizer is injected deep into the ground around the tree's roots for immediate nutrition. Colonial Tree Service can provide all of these options to you as well as expert advice and consultation to help you make the right decision for your trees, shrubs and hedges. Our services are available to both residential and commercial customers and we offer service throughout the four seasons ­ ensuring healthy and well-maintained trees all year round. For more information about our services or to book your free, no risk estimate, contact us at 905-877-8591, email us at info@colonialtree.ca or visit www.colonialtree.ca. Spring cleaning tips for fire safety (NC)-- · Check and clean filters above stove. · Pull refrigerator out and vacuum or dust coils. · Always keep stairs and landings clear for safe evacuation in event of an emergency. · Test your smoke alarms and replace the batteries. · Test smoke alarm to ensure it works properly. · Outdoors, don't just clean your propane barbecue, check for leaks, breaks and other wear and tear on hoses or housings. · Trim trees or bushes before they grow enough to interfere with nearby power lines. · Thorough, consistent and reliable home cleaning · 100% satisfaction guaranteed · Regular and occasional service · Spring Cleaning · Gift Certificates e-mail: anderson@mollymaid.ca www.mollymaid.ca Contact us today for a free, no-obligation, in-home estimate: (905) 681-7484