For many Southwest Florida communities, hurricane preparation doesn’t begin when a storm enters the Gulf. By then, it’s already too late. August and September historically bring the highest level of tropical activity, making early August one of the most important times of the year for HOA Boards, Community Association Managers, and property owners to evaluate
Published by Island Home Service Landscaping | Tree West Certified Arborists As Southwest Florida moves deeper into the heart of summer, afternoon thunderstorms have become part of the daily routine. Heavy rainfall, saturated soils, frequent lightning, and increasing wind gusts place tremendous stress on trees across Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Fort Myers, Sanibel, Captiva, and
Published July 21, 2026 — Island Home Service, Sanibel, FL Tropical Storm Bertha formed in the Gulf of Mexico this week and tracked north toward the Florida Panhandle, sparing Fort Myers, Naples, Sanibel, and the rest of Lee and Collier County a direct hit. But before it pulled away, it still dumped hours of heavy
Every hurricane season follows a familiar pattern across Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sanibel, and Captiva. A tropical storm enters the forecast, property managers begin calling tree contractors, and schedules quickly fill with emergency work. Unfortunately, by that point, preventative maintenance opportunities become limited as crews shift their focus to storm response and hazardous
Afternoon thunderstorms are part of everyday life during the summer months in Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sanibel, and Captiva. While the rainfall helps keep landscapes healthy, lightning can quietly damage one of the most important systems on your property—your irrigation system. Many HOA boards and property managers don’t realize there’s an issue until
For HOA boards and property managers throughout Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sanibel, and Captiva, resident complaints often begin with something surprisingly simple. A monument sign that’s difficult to read. Shrubs blocking an intersection. Overgrown landscaping covering sidewalks. Trees limiting visibility near entrances. While these issues may seem minor at first, they can quickly
For HOA boards, condominium associations, and property managers throughout Fort Myers, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Sanibel, and Captiva, July represents one of the most valuable opportunities to protect both the appearance and long-term health of their community. A HOA landscape inspection completed during mid-summer can uncover developing issues before they turn into costly repairs, emergency
Basic Elements of Landscaping Landscaping may seem like an easy-breezy job, especially if you have a knack for gardening plants and arranging them around. However, did you know that to achieve an aesthetically pleasing landscaping design, there are five basic elements that go into it? In fact, the perfect coordination of these five elements is
Lawn Service in SW Florida As residents of Southwest Florida, we know that our climate is ideal for growing lush lawns and gardens. Unfortunately, keeping up with the maintenance of a beautiful outdoor space can be difficult and time consuming. That’s why it can be beneficial to hire a professional lawn service company. Here are
Mulching Your Flower Beds Mulching your flower beds is an important part of maintaining a healthy and attractive garden. There are many benefits to mulching, both for your flower beds and for the overall health of your garden. Here’s why mulching should be part of your regular garden maintenance routine: Retains Moisture Mulch retains moisture
