Professional Commercial Tree Care Services in Bothell, WA
Specialized Tree Care for Commercial Properties
Commercial properties have large-scale tree care concerns that can be very different than those of residential homeowners. Trees at commercial locations must look well-maintained at all times of the year; follow the guidelines set forth by state, county, and/or city safety ordinances and other regulations; do not disrupt normal business operations; and create an excellent impression on customers, employees, and other visitors to your location. Here at Bothell Tree Experts, we provide our customers with full-service commercial tree management that meets their demands and ensures their property looks great throughout the seasons.
Residential homeowners may receive irregular, occasional tree care, but it is beneficial for commercial property owners to have a proactive, scheduled preventative maintenance program that prevents problems from occurring rather than waiting until they develop. All of our commercial tree care services are intended to fit into your existing property management system without causing undue disruptions to your tenants or customers, and allow for budgetary predictability via a custom service agreement. We will provide consistent, professional results that protect your investment and increase the overall value of your property, whether you own one property or many properties.
We recognize that commercial property managers operate under a variety of constraints, including tight budgets, high expectations from various stakeholders, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and the need for reliable service providers who arrive when expected and complete their work as agreed upon. Our commercial division has been structured to meet the needs of commercial property managers and includes dedicated account managers, flexible scheduling, detailed documentation, and responsive communication to make your job easier.
Commercial Properties We Serve
The Full Range of Commercial Property Types and Their Unique Requirements and Priorities
Our commercial arborist services extend to a wide range of commercial property types, including their individualized needs and priorities. Our team is aware of the various challenges that each commercial property type may encounter and tailors its services to meet these needs.
Office Buildings & Corporate Campuses
Unique Needs: Appearance, Employee Safety, ADA Compliance, Parking Lot Clearance, Building Clearance, Visitor Impression.
Tree Care Services:
- Scheduled maintenance programs to maintain a professional appearance.
- Storm preparedness to protect parking lots and sidewalks.
- Clearance pruning for signage and building visibility.
Retail Centers & Shopping Malls
Unique Needs: Safety of customers; Attractive appearance; Navigation of parking lots; Visibility of storefronts; ADA compliance; High-traffic pedestrian areas.
Tree Care Services:
- Regularly scheduled tree care during off-hours to minimize disruptions to customers.
- Tree care in parking lots to ensure safe access and exit.
- Sightline maintenance for traffic safety and security.
Apartments and Condominiums
Unique Needs: Tenant Satisfaction; Common Area Safety; Aesthetic Appeal; Budget Management; HOA Compliance; Resident Complaints.
Tree Care Services:
- Scheduled community-wide tree maintenance programs.
- Coordination of individual unit requests for tree care.
- Common Area Tree Care Programs.
Homeowners Associations (HOAs)
Unique Needs: Enforcement of Community Standards; Maintenance of Common Areas; Compliance with Covenants; Budgetary Constraints of Board; Expectations of Residents.
Tree Care Services:
- Complete community tree inventory and assessment.
- Multi-year tree care maintenance plans and budgets.
- Street tree programs and management.
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Our Commercial Tree Care Services
Comprehensive Solutions for Every Commercial Need
We have developed a broad array of tree care services designed to meet all commercial property needs and will work with your schedule, document all service activities, and deliver reliable results.
Scheduling Services
Includes: Routine inspection of your trees; seasonal trimming/pruning, deadwood removal; storm preparedness, clean-up of your landscape after storms; regular monitoring of hazardous conditions.
Works: Based upon your individual property’s specific needs, our certified arborist develops an annual or bi-annual maintenance schedule which takes into account the number and type of trees on your property, budgetary constraints, and priorities. All services will be scheduled in advance and completed as scheduled to maintain a consistent look of the property.
Tree Risk Evaluation and Management
Includes: thorough evaluation of the health of each tree on your property; evaluation of the structural integrity of your trees; identification of potentially hazardous trees; categorization of those hazards according to their risk; recommendations for corrective action; ongoing monitoring of your trees.
Works: Our certified arborists evaluate the health and structural integrity of your trees using a systematic approach to identify potential hazards and rank them according to risk. A written report is provided to include photographic documentation and recommended actions to mitigate risks identified by our arborists.
Preparation for Storms/Response to Storms
Includes: Pre-storm evaluation of your vulnerable trees; hazard reduction recommendations before storms; priority pruning of vulnerable trees before storms; emergency response plan development for storm-related tree emergencies; clean up of storm-related tree damage; documentation of storm-related tree damage
Works: Before severe weather seasons, our arborists evaluate your trees to determine if they are vulnerable to being damaged during storms and make recommendations regarding pruning of your trees to prevent damage from wind, ice, snow, etc. When a storm occurs, our emergency response team will rapidly respond to clear downed branches/debris, remove hazards created by storm-damaged trees, and restore safe access to your property.
Maintenance of Parking Lots and Access Ways
Includes: maintenance of overhead clearance in parking lots; pruning of trees for sight lines for safety purposes; maintaining signs’ visibility; pruning trees so that they do not interfere with your lighting; providing maintenance so that your property meets ADA requirements; clean-up of leaves/damage caused by seasonal changes
Works: We maintain the trees within your parking lots to ensure that there is enough clearance for vehicles, ensure that there is adequate sight line to traffic for safety, maintain the visibility of signs, prune trees to avoid interference with lighting, and ensure compliance with Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations, and provide seasonal clean-up of leaves/damage caused by seasonal changes.
Enhancing/Landscaping Your Property
Includes: recommending species of trees for new plantings; providing consulting services for designing landscapes for new properties; replacing aging trees; increasing the diversity of tree species on your property; enhancing the aesthetics of your property.
Works: In addition to maintaining your existing trees, we assist you in improving the overall quality of your landscaping by selecting the best species of trees for planting, replacing declining trees, and working with you to design and implement aesthetically pleasing and functional landscapes.
Commercial Service Process
How We Deliver Consistent, Professional Results
Our commercial tree care process is a proven way of providing you with consistently high-quality results. The commercial tree care process provides reliability in terms of scheduling and documentation, so we can help make your job easier.
1: Site Assessment
Site Visit: We will visit your property; we will assess the trees on your property and their condition. We will identify any issues, concerns, or other specific items about which you have questions or need answers to, and develop an understanding of your needs and priorities.
2: Developing a Comprehensive Proposal
Scope of Work: Our written proposal will provide a detailed scope of all of the recommended work to be done at your property. The work will be organized by priority and by area of your property for your convenience and understanding.
3: Scheduling and Coordinating Your Service
Scheduling Your Service: We will schedule your service at a time that is convenient for your operation (or as close to it as possible) and coordinate our schedule around your operational schedule and any planned events at your facility.
4: Executing Your Service
Your Scheduled Time: Our crew members will arrive at your property on time, in a vehicle clearly labeled with our company name, and will present themselves in a professional manner.
5: Cleaning Up After Your Service and Performing a Final Inspection
Clean-up After Your Service: All of the debris generated during your service will be completely removed from your property, and your property will be left clean and free of debris.
6: Documenting Your Service and Following up with You
Documenting Your Service: A document detailing the date(s) your service was performed, the services provided, and any notable findings or recommendations made as a result of performing the service will be prepared and submitted to you.
Benefits of Scheduled Maintenance Programs
Why Proactive Programs Outperform Reactive Approaches
The benefits to commercial property owners are many when it comes to having a proactive approach to their commercial tree maintenance as opposed to waiting until a problem occurs in order to address it. This is how scheduled commercial plans will give you greater returns on your investment and added value.
Cost Savings by Eliminating Problems
Emergency Costs Reduced: Proactive maintenance identifies problems before they become an emergency, which means that there will be no premium pricing for immediate response.
Tree Lifespan Extended: Trees are maintained longer than those that receive less care, therefore deferring the high cost of removing and replacing trees.
Property Damage Avoided: By not having trees fail or collapse, you will avoid damaging vehicles, buildings, and infrastructure beyond what it would have cost to maintain them.
Appearance and Professionalism of Your Commercial Property
Year-Round Consistency: Scheduled maintenance provides a year-round consistent look as opposed to cycles of neglect and catch-up.
Seasonal Optimization: Work is done at the optimal time for both the health of the tree and the appearance of the property, and not when problems require immediate action.
Improved Tenant and Customer Satisfaction: Property owners who provide clean and well-maintained grounds create positive impressions that can improve retention of tenants and customers.
Liability Protection and Risk Management
Documented Reasonable Care: By providing a documented inspection and maintenance schedule for your property, you will be able to show reasonable care for the safety of your property if you are ever sued.
Risk Identified: By systematically assessing the risks associated with your trees, you will be able to identify any potential risks before they cause injuries or property damage that may result in claims.
Compliance with Local Ordinances and Regulations: Scheduled programs ensure that ongoing compliance with all local tree ordinances and requirements is met.
Increased Operational Efficiencies
Scheduled Planning: By integrating planned maintenance into your operations, you will find that it becomes part of your daily routine and does not disrupt your activities.
Time Saved for Managers: Program participants will only need to spend a minimal amount of time managing their service as compared to coordinating responses to emergencies.
Simplifying Budget Development: Predictable annual maintenance costs make it easier for property owners to develop their budget and reduce unforeseen expenses.
