The hot and humid days of summer have arrived. It is time to slow down, relax and enjoy the breeze when you can get it. Want to know the perfect place to do that? How about your very own treehouse! A treehouse can be a great place to watch summer storms (plenty of those this… Read more »
CLC Tree Services
About Curtis McCallum
Curtis McCallum is not just the founder of CLC Tree Services; he is a visionary who has nurtured and expanded the company from its roots as a stump removal service to its current status as a leading tree service provider. Curtis’s journey began in 1988, driven by a passion for arboriculture and a commitment to providing top-notch service to the London community. Over the years, he has continuously broadened his expertise, including completing the Ontario Pesticide Training and Certification at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus.
As a respected member of the business community, Curtis serves on the committee of the Better Business Bureau and is a board member of the London Executive Association. His leadership has not only propelled CLC Tree Services to its success but has also fostered a culture of professionalism and continuous learning within the company. Curtis, along with his wife Anna Marie, has passed on his passion for trees and business acumen to his sons, Luke and Calvin, ensuring that the legacy of CLC Tree Services will continue to grow and thrive in the hands of the next generation.
Together, the story of CLC Tree Services and Curtis McCallum is one of growth, dedication, and a deep-seated love for the natural world. It is a testament to what can be achieved with hard work, a commitment to quality, and an unwavering dedication to the principles of sustainable and responsible tree care.
About CLC Tree Services
Since its inception in 1988, CLC Tree Services has stood as a paragon of excellence and dedication in the field of arboriculture within London, Ontario, and its surrounding areas. Founded on the principles of unparalleled customer service and environmental stewardship, CLC Tree Services has grown from a humble stump removal service into a comprehensive tree care provider. Our commitment to leaving work sites in better condition than we found them exemplifies our respect for both our clients’ properties and the urban forest at large.
Armed with the desire, knowledge, expertise, and equipment necessary to address all aspects of tree services, CLC caters to both residential and commercial property owners. Our services range from routine maintenance to solving complex tree-related challenges. We take pride in our proactive approach to tree management, ensuring the longevity and vitality of the urban forest for generations to come. As part of our commitment to the community and the environment, we work closely with various groups to enhance urban tree care, always with a keen eye on eco-friendly practices.
Dig These Cherries
One of the first trees to produce fruit in the summer is the delicious and nutritious cherry tree. Lucky for us the prunus is a native species and appropriate choice to plant in much of Ontario, including London and Middlesex county. So bring on the cherry pies, cherry turnovers, cherry cheesecake and cherries jubilee. Today we… Read more »
Emerald Ash Borer: Continuing the Fight
Yet more examples of what the deadly emerald ash borer (EAB) can do… This ash tree can be found in the playground of a local London-area public school. In their curiousity, the children there discovered that the bark was loose on this tree. Quick as a wink, they had stripped the tree of its lower… Read more »
And I Quote: Trees…
A tree’s a tree. How many more do you need to look at? ~Ronald Reagan Tree Quotes There are millions of trees on this planet. There might not be quite as many quotes, but we’ve heard one of two tree quotes in our day. Today, we share some of them with you. Which are your favourite?… Read more »
Father’s Day Meals (With Wood!)
Father’s Day is this weekend. It is a day when guys traditionally get ties, golf balls, or painted stones that say “You Rock!“. Don’t get me wrong! Any gifts are great, but how about something different this year? CLC Tree Services thought perhaps a home-cooked meal might be the way to Dad’s heart this year…. Read more »
Which Oak to Choose?
Last week the CLC Tree Services blog was talking trees. I know, when are we not? Anyway, it was high time to suggest which kinds of trees to plant, and which ones to stay away from when you are ready to break ground and welcome a new into your home. The lists were extensive, but… Read more »
What Tree to Plant?
We talk about trees an awful lot here at the CLC Tree Services’ Blog. We have suggested when to plant them (Spring or Fall), how and why to plant them, and how to go about pruning them when the time comes for it. We have talked about specific trees, like the Caucasian Wing Nut, fir trees and rowan trees. Heck,… Read more »
Tree Planting in London
It is safe to say that Spring is here to stay. Apple trees are blossoming. The purple hue of redbuds are many places around the city. Plus, the leaves have unfurled on maples, oaks, willows and many other trees. Do you know what that means? IT IS THE PERFECT TIME TO PLANT A TREE! Spring is a… Read more »
Insects and Firewood: Leave Them Where you Find Them
We noted back in April on the CLC Facebook page that the Asian Long-Horned Beetle had been eradicated in Canada. That was great news for anyone that cares anything about trees! Sadly, that is but one of the invasive insects that prey on our native trees though. **UPDATE: Shortly after this article originally published, another… Read more »
Dangers on the Job
Last week during the OCAA Day of Service at Camp Woodeden, a raccoon family was found in an ash tree. The ash tree was dead, having succumbed to the emerald ash borer (EAB). It was hollow in the middle, having rotted out due to the insects’ voracious ravages. Deadly for the ash tree, but perfect for… Read more »
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