Oh no it’s the invasion of the soft scale insects! What are soft scale insects? There are many species of insects that are referred to as “soft scale” including: kermes scale, cottony maple, fletcher, and calico, and they mean bad news for your home. Soft scale eggs start hatching in mid to late June. They…
Category: Tree Diagnosis
Tree Services: Summer Tree Care Nightmares
We enjoyed a beautiful spring this year, and hope you did as well! As we head into the hot, humid, and sticky summer months we here at McKinley Arborists know how tricky it can be to protect your plant-life against the perils of summer. Keep an eye out for these summer tree care nightmares, and call McKinley Arborists for help. Top Three…
Tree Health: Insecticide News
Part of my job as an arboristis to be up to date on insecticide innovations and techniques. New products consistently enter the marketplace, and it’s my job to research a wide range of both products and techniques to find the best solution for treating each type of tree pest. While many tree care providers prefer to stick with what they’ve been…
Top 5 Reasons We’re the Right Arborists for You
Why McKinley & Associates is the right arborist service for you. As a business owner, part of your daily routine is explaining to potential clients why they should choose you over your competitors. This can be a daunting and expansive task if you’re in a competitive industry like arboriculture. Luckily, word of mouth has been great for…