Selective vegetation management can help reduce wildfire risk around rural properties. A Guide for Rural Property Owners in the Walla Walla Valley Every year, wildfire season becomes more intense across the Pacific Northwest. Hotter summers, dry grass, overgrown brush, and wind-driven fires can quickly turn small issues into major threats for rural properties. But many property owners still aren’t familiar with a term that’s becoming increasingly important: Wildfire mitigatio

If your property is overgrown with tall grass, weeds, blackberry vines, brush, or small trees, you may be wondering: How much does brush clearing cost? The answer depends heavily on the property. Brush clearing costs can vary based on the amount and type of vegetation, terrain, accessibility, acreage, equipment needed, and what happens to the material after it is cleared. What Affects the Cost of Brush Clearing? Some of the biggest factors include: Vegetation density: Light g

After clearing brush, pruning trees, or removing overgrown vegetation, you're often left with piles of branches that need to be dealt with. One of the most efficient solutions is wood chipping. Rugged Land Services uses commercial wood chipping equipment to turn bulky branches into useful wood chips that can either be hauled away or left on your property. Here are the three greatest benefits of wood chipping. 1. Reduce Disposal Costs Loose branches take up a surprising amount