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Creating Company Culture - TCIA Podcast Featuring Jeff & Amy Grewe

4/28/2021

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We’re honored to be featured in the latest TCIA Podcast talking about all things company culture, marriage and business partnerships, how COVID impacted our industry, and our experience in becoming a TCIA Accredited company! Check it out!
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Arbor Aesthetics earns Accreditation by the TCIA

10/16/2020

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OMAHA TREE CARE COMPANY BECOMES SECOND IN NEBRASKA TO EARN ACCREDITATION
Program helps consumers find high-quality tree care companies
 
Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service, a residential tree care company located in Omaha, Nebraska has been accredited under a new Tree Care Company Accreditation program administered by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and built on the threefold foundation of ethics, quality, and consumer confidence.
 
The new program represents the only business practices and compliance audit process in the tree care industry. Under the process, businesses undergo extensive review of professional practices aimed at safeguarding consumers.  The review includes:
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► best business practices
► ethical business conduct
► formal training and certification of employees
► compliance with industry standards
► consumer satisfaction
► adherence to safety standards
► insurance coverage
 
TCIA Accreditation means Arbor Aesthetics adheres to all the accreditation standards and has undergone a rigorous application process.  TCIA verified this by conducting an on-site audit of Arbor Aesthetics.
 
TCIA Accreditation for Arbor Aesthetics is in effect for a period of three years, with renewal check-ups required every year.  The annual renewal ensures that the required number of certified arborists are still on staff, that the company is still properly insured and that the company has a good safety and consumer satisfaction rating.  The company is re-accredited every three years.
 
According to TCIA president Mark Garvin, “TCIA Accreditation provides consumers a way to find tree care companies that are trustworthy in their business and tree care practices.  Our TCIA Accreditation program is the only one of its kind in America and will give consumers peace of mind.”
 
The process of becoming accredited is no easy task, according to Amy Grewe, President. “The process is incredibly thorough. They left no stone unturned,” states Grewe. “Jeff and I are pleased that in our 15th year in business, we have finally been recognized as one of the best tree care companies around, joining only one other accredited company in Nebraska.
 
Garvin echoes that sentiment. “Arbor Aesthetics has made a commitment to excellence in all facets of its business. I applaud their efforts.”
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Ash Tree Removal with Free Replacement!

8/17/2020

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Is it time to say goodbye to your ash tree? We are THRILLED to announce our new FREE ash tree replacement program! As the Emerald Ash Borer population ramps up over the coming years, many homeowners will choose not to treat their ash tree, and that's okay. Not every ash tree SHOULD be treated. Regardless, losing a tree is sad, and we're seizing this opportunity to increase the diversity of Omaha's community forest to enhance its ecological value and safeguard against future invasive insects and diseases.

If you plan to remove your ash tree, do it soon. Don't wait until it's dead or starts to decline. If we remove it for you, we'll replace it for FREE with your choice of eight native, locally grown species from our friends at Great Plains Nursery.
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Angie's List Super Service Award WINNER 2019

2/27/2020

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Omaha, NE, 2020 - Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2019.
 
“Service pros that receive our Angie’s List Super Service Award represent the best  in our network, who are consistently making great customer service their mission,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “These pros have provided exceptional service to our members and absolutely deserve recognition for the exemplary customer service they exhibited in the past year.”
 
Angie’s List Super Service Award 2019 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include maintaining an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade and review period grade. The SSA winners must be in good standing with Angie’s List and undergo additional screening.
 
Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service has been listed on Angie’s List since 2007. This is the 10th year they have received this honor.
 
Service company ratings are updated continually on Angie’s List as new, verified consumer reviews are submitted. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in multiple fields ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality.
 
For over two decades Angie’s List has been a trusted name for connecting consumers to top-rated service professionals. Angie’s List provides unique tools and support designed to improve the local service experience for both consumers and service professionals.

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Best of Omaha 2020 Voting is LIVE!

7/18/2019

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Why your vote is important to us...

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No, it's not because our kids are cute(but they kind of are, aren't they?), or for bragging rights. It's more than being able to put the Best of Omaha logo on our trucks.

We're asking for your vote so that you can help fellow Omahans find quality tree services performed by Certified Arborists who stand behind their work. It's hard to find contractors who care. We're a small, family-owned, grassroots business. We take good care of our staff so they can support their families. We do things the right way, not the easy way. We give back to our community, and we're always looking for ways to leave Omaha's urban forest better than how we found it. You can support our growth and our mission to create connections through trees by casting your vote.

Voting is now faster than ever and only requires voting in 5 categories. Click below to automatically fill in the Tree Service category. Voting ends August 20th.
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10 Reasons to vote us Omaha's Best TRee Service:

  1. We take our time with our clients. Our Certified Arborists take the time to meet with every customer to ensure their needs are met and their questions and concerns are addressed. No drive-by bidding here!
  2. Our employees work at the best tree service in Omaha, where core values such as "Ownership" and "Show up and serve" shape a culture of pride in our work and dedication to a high level of service. They also enjoy fantastic benefits like paid medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, free uniforms and a company-matching IRA.
  3. We offer a Complete Satisfaction Guarantee: If you aren't delighted with our service for whatever reason, we'll do whatever it takes to make it right. Seriously!
  4. We are dedicated to continuing education. We have five Certified Arborists on staff (and more to come!) and participate in local and national conferences and workshops to incorporate industry best practices into our work.
  5. We're among industry leaders. We are proud to be serving on the Board of Directors in the Nebraska Arborists Association, and are members of the Tree Care Industry Association and the International Society of Arboriculture. 
  6. You won't find a more professional, clean-cut, friendly tree crew out there. Our crews respect your property, your trees, and your time. Our crews are trained and educated to make proper cuts to ensure the lifelong health of your tree.
  7. We schedule your tree work in advance and communicate clearly and often so you know what to expect. No surprises!
  8. We love to educate our customers through consultations, social media and blog posts.
  9. We are a small, family-owned company with Omaha roots. When you invest in your trees, you invest in the security and well-being of local families just like yours. 
  10. We are environmentally conscious whenever possible. We take great care in the methods and timing of our chemical treatments to protect pollinating insects and will be offering organic treatment options in 2019. We also offer e-invoicing and our sales arborists drive hybrid vehicles. (Amy is also a little obsessed with recycling.) Did you know we were awarded the 2016 Green Industry Award by the Nebraska Forest Service?

    Okay, one more for good measure...

  11. Convenient online appointment setup and payment options, plus our new Customer Portal, make your experience quick and easy from start to finish.​

    Can't stop, won't stop...

  12. We give back to our community. Have you heard of our Gift of Beautiful Trees charity program? Once a year we ask our community for nominations for families in dire need of tree care who may not be able to afford it. In the last three years, we've provided over $10,000 of no-cost tree work to Omaha families. We're also involved in community events like the annual Earth Day Omaha Tree Climb.
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We NEED your vote! Best of Omaha voting 2019 is Live!

7/25/2018

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Yes - your vote really DOES count!

Please take a moment to cast your vote for Arbor Aesthetics as Omaha's Best Tree Service for 2019. Voting is now faster than ever and only requires voting in 5 categories.

​Click the link below to automatically fill us in the Tree Service category. This award is SO important to our business and we would be so grateful for your vote. Voting ends August 20th.
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10 Reasons to Vote us Omaha's Best Tree Service:

  1. We take our time with our clients. Our Certified Arborists take the time to meet with every customer to ensure their needs are met and their questions and concerns are addressed. No drive-by bidding here!
  2. Our employees work at the best tree service in Omaha, where core values such as "Coaching over Criticism" and "People First" shape a culture of respect, camaraderie and work-life balance. They also enjoy fantastic benefits like paid medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, free uniforms and a company-matching IRA. We take good care of our employees so they can take good care of our customers.
  3. We offer a Complete Satisfaction Guarantee: If you aren't delighted with our service for whatever reason, we'll do whatever it takes to make it right. Seriously!
  4. We are dedicated to continuing education. We have five Certified Arborists on staff (and more to come!) and participate in local and national conferences and workshops to incorporate industry best practices into our work.
  5. We're among industry leaders. We are proud to be serving on the Board of Directors in the Nebraska Arborists Association, and are members of the Tree Care Industry Association and the International Society of Arboriculture. 
  6. You won't find a more professional, clean-cut, friendly tree crew out there. Our crews respect your property, your trees, and your time. Our crews are trained and educated to make proper cuts to ensure the lifelong health of your tree.
  7. We schedule your tree work in advance and communicate clearly and often so you know what to expect. No surprises!
  8. We love to educate our customers through consultations, social media and blog posts.
  9. We are a small, family-owned company with Omaha roots. When you invest in your trees, you invest in the security and well-being of local families just like yours. 
  10. We are environmentally conscious whenever possible. We take great care in the methods and timing of our chemical treatments to protect pollinating insects and will be offering organic treatment options in 2019. We also offer e-invoicing and our sales arborists drive hybrid vehicles. (Amy is also a little obsessed with recycling.) Did you know we were awarded the 2016 Green Industry Award by the Nebraska Forest Service?

    Okay, one more for good measure...

  11. Convenient online appointment setup and payment options, plus our new Customer Portal, make your experience quick and easy from start to finish.​

    Can't stop, won't stop...

  12. We give back to our community. Have you heard of our Gift of Beautiful Trees charity program? Once a year we ask our community for nominations for families in dire need of tree care who may not be able to afford it. In the last three years, we've provided over $10,000 of no-cost tree work to Omaha families. We're also involved in community events like the annual Earth Day Omaha Tree Climb.

Can you think of other reasons to vote us Best of Omaha? Comment below - we'd love to hear your thoughts!
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Japanese Beetles are BACK, and we can help!

7/3/2018

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Background

Japanese beetles are a fairly new pest to Omaha, but they're been in the U.S. since as early as the 1920s. This iridescent copper and green beetle feeds on over 200 species of plants and trees, though are most commonly found in Nebraska on lindens, birches, elms, fruiting trees, roses, and buckthorns. Rarely will the feeding kill a tree (unless it’s young or already stressed), however it’s a major aesthetic issue, and repeated years of heavy feeding does reduce the plants’ energy reserves, setting it up for decline down the road.
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Life Cycle

The beetles spend most of their lives as grubs in the soil. Adult beetles emerge in late June to early July, and begin feeding at the tops of trees. These early feeding beetles emit pheromones as they munch on the leaves, causing others to congregate. As they feed, they move down the tree, causing the leaves to be ‘skeletonized’, leaving just the veins behind. These lacy leaves then commonly drop from the tree, making it look like fall has arrived in the middle of summer.
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When not preoccupied with feeding, the beetles find time to mate and lay eggs (what a life!). Eggs are laid near the soil surface, and the newly hatched larvae tunnel in late summer to overwinter in the soil until the next season. While the adults feed solely on trees and shrubs, the larvae feed on grass roots and can cause problems for the turf. Brown patches in the yard that easily pull up are a sign of grub issues. On top of that, it’s not uncommon for animals such as skunks, opossums, and raccoons to dig in the yard for a tasty treat.
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Control

On a positive note, Japanese beetles can be controlled to minimize damage. If you’ve had issues with grubs killing the lawn, you or your lawn company should put down a granular insecticide early in the spring to help kill grubs. Most professional lawn services have this built into their maintenance program. This can help your lawn but won’t do much for your trees, as the beetles will still fly in from neighboring sites. 

Treatment for trees is best done preventatively using systemic insecticides placed in the soil that travel up through the roots and into the leaf tissue, thus killing the beetles as they feed. It's important to note that none of these treatments act as repellants. The beetles must feed on the leaves in order to die. The timing and chemical required depend on the type of tree or plant.  Birches, elms, buckthorns, and other non-flowering trees and shrubs can be treated with imidacloprid in the spring once a year, at least a month prior to beetle emergence. This product is not registered for flowering trees, however, as it has been associated with the decline in pollinator populations. For lindens and fruit trees, acephate can be injected in the soil at the time of beetle emergence, which can provide 4-6 weeks of control. For last minute applications when systemic insecticides will be too slow to be effective, foliar sprays will be effective. Sprays with bifenthrin or permethrin will provide two weeks of control, and will need to be repeated until mid-to-late August when the beetles stop feeding. (Yes, Arbor Aesthetics offers all of these treatment options!)
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Traps: Are they effective?

A common question is whether or not to use pheromone traps in the yard. The short answer is NO. Don’t do it. Studies have shown the traps bring in more beetles than they catch, and will draw in beetles in from an even larger area.

Dylan Willis, Plant Healthcare Specialist
B.S. Forest Science
ISA Certified Arborist​
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Gift of Beautiful Trees 2017 Complete!

3/29/2018

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We wrapped up our third annual Gift of Beautiful Trees program this month, providing tree trimming and removal services to THREE families in need this year. We were overwhelmed this year with the number of applications we received, and we couldn't just pick one family. We enjoyed reading each and every story that came through and were inspired and touched by how our community is full of so many good people seeking to care of their neighbors, friends and family. Trees truly are a living, breathing component of our community that tie us all together. Keep up the good work, Omaha! 

The archer Family

An anonymous neighbor nominated the Archer family, who lost a significant portion of their maple tree in last year's June tornados. Neighbors helped clean up the debris that fell, but the rest of the tree still stood, so we were called in to finish the job.

We were happy to help, as the Archers had other significant financial burdens due to their newborn son, Chandler, being born with clubbed feet. Medical and travel expenses meant tree removal was likely at the bottom of their priority list! We crossed this item off their "to-do" list so they can focus on their beautiful growing family! 

Tyler's Story

Our second story is about Tyler Call, nominated by his mother, Linda. Tyler, a newlywed, purchased a house with his wife. Sadly, about a year ago, she passed away. The emotional, physical and financial burden of caring for the trees on his property became too much to handle on his own, so we stepped in to help. Tyler's backyard was filled with dying and decaying trees that posed a risk to himself and his dogs. We were glad they called in professional help! It was difficult to capture a before and after record due to the number of trees in his backyard. He has a small forest back there! We removed many dangerous limbs over the roof, deck and pool. We also removed several volunteer trees around the property to improve his home's appearance.

We hope we were able to restore pride and confidence in his home, and hope for his continued healing following the loss of his wife.

Amelia's Story

Amelia was nominated anonymously by a caring friend. We couldn't tell her story better ourselves:

​"Amelia is a single mom, who, despite a lifetime of financial hardships, has managed to do more for her family and her community than seems humanly possible with only 24 hours in each day. While raising her two children, Amy provided for them by running her own nail care business. Working out of a tiny room at the back of another shop, she has a group of loyal customers and makes enough to keep food on the table, but not much else. And yet, while running her business and raising her kids, Amy has also done what many would see as impossible: she went back to school! First taking classes part time at Metro, and then moving on to full-time studies at UNO, my friend will, on Dec. 15th, walk with her classmates to receive her diploma for her bachelor’s degree in accounting! There are no words to describe how proud we all are of her. This is the woman who has always been there for me... well for anyone who need help, really. She can’t help people financially, so she helps them with her time, her hands, and elbow grease. Where she finds the time or the energy, I’ll never know. Sadly, with absolutely no leeway in her finances, there has been no money for much-needed things like home repairs and tree services."
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Our crew made quick work of a few trees that desperately needed to come down. We also trimmed a beautiful red oak tree in the front yard and a silver maple over the roof. Her home got a major facelift, and we hope we also lightened the burden for Amelia who has worked so hard to support her family, all while being a great friend.

Congratulations again to our three recipients! We look forward to doing it all over again this December! Follow us on Facebook for updates and for information on how to nominate a family in need!
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Iron Deficiency in Trees is Easy to Treat!

8/9/2017

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We're getting into late summer and iron chlorosis is rearing its ugly head for many trees in the Omaha area. This is a common disease in Eastern Nebraska that is easy to treat and cost effective if you plan on keeping your tree long term. Chlorosis is fatal if left untreated for multiple seasons. Don't delay addressing this issue! If you have a relatively young tree that is continually chlorotic, consider replacing it with a different species.
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50 Shades of Green - Symptoms of Chlorosis

In the early to mid-summer, you may notice your leaves turning an abnormal color like yellow or light green. This discoloration may occur on your whole tree, or just sections of the canopy. Look closely at the leaves and you'll spot green veins, like in this photo. In advanced stages of disease, leaves will begin to turn brown and fall off, and limbs will begin to die back. 
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What Causes Iron Chlorosis?

Generally, Nebraska's soils are alkaline (pH above 7). While our soil contains plenty of iron and manganese, the alkalinity makes the nutrients insoluble and unavailable to trees. Merely adding iron to the soil may not improve the condition of the tree. The problem can be further compounded by low oxygen conditions which are common in poorly drained soils or soil that has been compacted due to heavy foot traffic or construction.
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Chlorotic red maple.

What species are most susceptible?

Very common:
  • Pin oak
  • Silver maple
  • Red maple and hybrids (Red Sunset, Autumn Blaze, etc)
  • River Birch
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Less common:
  • Cottonwood
  • Swamp white oak
  • Bald cypress
  • Ornamental juniper
  • Eastern white pine
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Is Iron Deficiency Fatal?

Yes - iron deficiency kills trees. Trees need iron to manufacture chlorophyll. When a tree lacks chlorophyll, it can't produce adequate energy via photosynthesis and the tree will begin to decline. 

A tree in decline is also more susceptible to other diseases and insects. 

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Advanced stages of iron chlorosis.

Can I Prevent it? How do I treat it?

There are many methods of treating iron chlorosis, with some being more effective than others:
  • Water during dry spells, but don't overwater. Believe it or not - overwatering can CAUSE iron deficiency!
  • Mulch to improve soil conditions, but keep it under 2" deep and don't pile it against the trunk. No mulch volcanoes!
  • Don't fertilize. Excess nitrogen or phosphate can cause a tree to become chlorotic. Keep lawn fertilizers away from trees. Again, mulching under a tree instead of growing grass is a good solution.
  • Soil additives: You can amend the soil under the tree in a variety of methods. However, the tree may not respond to these methods until the following season, and research shows this method is ineffective especially for larger trees. Remember: Nebraska soil is rich in iron; the high pH makes it unavailable to trees.
  • Avoid planting susceptible species in alkaline and/or poorly drained soil. 
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The outer cells of these leaves are dying due to advanced chlorosis.

Our Treatment Method

Arbor Aesthetics uses a macro injection system to flush iron (and/or manganese, depending on the species) directly through your tree's vascular system via injection sites at the root flare. These treatments are performed in the fall and can provide up to three years of green, happy leaves for your tree! 
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Now offering insect & disease management services!

2/15/2017

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Meet Andrew - our newest addition to the Arbor Aesthetics team! We're excited to announce that we're going beyond tree trimming and removal and will now be offering Insect & Disease Management services:
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  • Pine & spruce fungus
  • Crab apple rust (for crab apple, hawthorn
    ​and pear trees)
  • Emerald ash borer
  • Bur oak blight
  • Spider mites, bag worms, pine moths, and more
  • Anthracnose fungus
  • Iron deficiency
  • Deep root fertilization

    Do your trees suffer from any of these? Not sure what your tree is suffering from? Give us a call. We're here ​to help!
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