Tree Facts
When Trees Thrive, We All Live Better
Country Tree Service is committed to preserving the health of trees throughout British Columbia for residential and commercial property owners. From careful pruning and managing disease to removing hazardous trees that pose a threat to people or structures, our services are designed to promote positive results. We deliver evergreen solutions for landscapes and the surrounding environment. As a property owner, understanding a little about trees and how they contribute to our health will help you develop an appreciation for all species and realize the importance of proper care.
Trees Are Natural Air Purifiers
In a report by the U.S. Forest Service in 2011, Forests worldwide were responsible for removing about a third of the yearly fossil fuels emitted between 1990 and 2007. Trees remove pollution from the atmosphere and improve the quality of the air we breathe. This is fantastic news. Plus, roadside trees can reduce indoor air pollution in area buildings by more than 50%. Trees are filtering out dangerous contaminants on a daily basis.
Fierce Fighters Against Climate Change
Trees actively absorb harmful carbon dioxide, retain the carbon, and release clean oxygen back into the air. Throughout the year, an acre of mature trees can absorb the amount of carbon dioxide equal to what a car driven 26,000 miles would produce. One mature tree can absorb over 48 pounds of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere over a year and transform it into oxygen. Comparatively, when a machine burns one gallon of non-ethanol gasoline, it produces about 20 pounds of carbon dioxide.
We Rely on Trees to Deliver Oxygen
Trees filter out harmful particles in the air, and a large tree can supply a day’s worth of oxygen for four people. The Amazon Rainforest is responsible for 20% of the world’s oxygen. In addition to providing much-needed oxygen, trees play an active role in improving mental health. A South Korean study in 2007 at Chungbuk National University found that office workers with a view of trees had significantly less stress and more satisfaction than those without.
Trees Cool the Air and Help Us Save Energy
Everyone loves a break from the sun under the shade of a tree on a hot summer day, but did you know that the shade trees provide can lower surface temperatures by as much as 20°-45°? They also lower temperatures in homes by about 10°, which means your HVAC unit won’t have to work as hard to cool your home with good shade on your property, reducing your energy consumption.
How Can We Help the Trees on Your Property?
Ready to take advantage of the numerous benefits healthy trees can offer? Country Tree Service provides a complete list of tree solutions to ensure trees on your property thrive and don’t pose a risk to people, pets, or your home. Contact us to get a free estimate for tree service.