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    Overgrown Hedges and Setting Realistic Expectations

    How do you present clients with realistic expectations when faced with a hedge that is way overgrown, has holes / gaps in the growth creating unevenness and bare spots, upper growth that resemble mature tree tops as opposed to those of a hedge topping out at different heights in different spots...
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    Climber vs. Lift

    Two jobs that I can recall where the lift came in handy was one where there was a tree right over a garage and fence with branches growing right into the roof, etc. So I used a lift to do a canopy raise and it made it a lot easier than climbing because I could just cut small pieces and chuck it...
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    Reduction Pruning on Large Trees

    Looked at this maple recently and the client wants it “taken in” all the way around at least 3 ft. I’ve done reductions on smaller trees, but never one of this size (with the exception of specific areas of a tree like branches near a house, etc). I’m curious on your thoughts about the...
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    Heat Rash | Working in Wet / Tight Fitting Clothes

    It may actually be poison ivy / oak or sumac. As it developed it has all those characteristics and I’ve had it multiple times before. The job we worked last week I suspect there was stuff in there somewhere…
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    Heat Rash | Working in Wet / Tight Fitting Clothes

    Thanks for the replies but if I have any questions / concerns I think it would be best to speak to a medical professional.
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    Heat Rash | Working in Wet / Tight Fitting Clothes

    Also, the central air in the house needs to be replaced so there was a good week or so where it much warmer and more humid in the house, like 80+ degrees. Got some window units as a temporary solution but other than the 2 days of working in the rain wearing the long sleeve shirt + a rain coat...
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    Choosing Your Words Carefully / Trees Near Property Lines

    It was left that the customer would think about it and reach out if they wanted a quote.
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    Heat Rash | Working in Wet / Tight Fitting Clothes

    Disregard, what I thought was heat rash appears to be poison ivy, oak, or sumac.
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    Trees in trouble

    That’s an excellent point, find out as much about the tree’s history as you can!
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    Lift operator bails from bees

    Bees, etc. are not something to take lightly, even if not severely allergic get enough stings and it could potentially become a medical emergency. I’ve seen this video come up a few times on social media with a woman who relocates bee hives and she literally goes in with her bare hands and the...
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    Trees in trouble

    One of the first things I may suggest if preserving is some pruning in the areas where those branches appear to be on decline and reaching towards the house. Might be a candidate for cabling as well (couldn’t tell if it has already been or not).
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    Trees in trouble

    Looks like a pretty full canopy still, although that doesn’t always mean much. Hard to “diagnose” just based off photos. What does the property owner want? Are they keen to try and preserve it, or is it a source of constant worry that takes away from the enjoyment of their property? Context...
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    Financing for customers

    It’s just something to take into consideration…
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    Things that likely frustrate every climber at least once in their career

    Make sure not to drop that load off to someone looking for chips…
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    Financing for customers

    The other thing to consider is cash flow. Offering financing to a few customers who could really benefit from it or under certain circumstances like with the EAB example is one thing, but if you were to ONLY have customers who chose to finance depending on how long the payment term is you need...
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    Financing for customers

    I’ve offered extended terms before as @ATH mentioned. One that comes to mind was a storm damage cleanup job. The customers explained that they needed up until a specific date after the job was completed to be able to pay in full. This was quite a few years ago, but I believe the total bill was...
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    If you could only have 3 ropes ......

    I've only ever used 3 different climbing ropes with the exception of maybe using a friend's rope once in a while on a job. Mainly because they worked well, so why fix what ain't broke right? - Poison Ivy - Yale XTC Fire Climbing Rope - Blue Ox 12-Strand Arborist Climbing Rope Started off...
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    Things that likely frustrate every climber at least once in their career

    From what I’ve read / seen there’s a small window after coming in contact with it to get the oils off before you have a reaction. The actual cleaning product you use isn’t as important as friction. Think of grease from a vehicle or equipment. You really got to rub hard with something to take it...
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    owner operator lifestyle

    Great discussion to have. I think for every business owner at one time or another you may find yourself in “work mode” even when not working. Always things to think about, things to do, etc. For some people this may not be an issue, and may actually be good for an individual if it’s what they...
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    Things that likely frustrate every climber at least once in their career

    That’s what compression underwear is for. Add a compression under shirt too and tuck it in your underwear, create a seal.

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