- Author: Brenda Altman
Wood chips can be expensive if you're buying them by the bag. Imagine getting three to four pickup loads for free! If you have a computer visit Chip drop info@getchipdrop.com they'll hook you up with a nearby arborist who is trying to get rid of their recent wood chips. It costs arborists money and fuel to dump their chips off at a dump or recycling site. Chip drop works with arborists and clients to facilitate efficiency in delivering chips. You can also google search “Free Wood Chips” in _________ (your area) a get a number of arborists who might be able to deliver wood chips. The beauty of Chip Drop is that you work with several arborists so you don't have to do all the calling or emailing. The ask for a donation and that is up to you. Once you're signed up at Chip Drop you can request more chips but each time you have to update type of load and where to drop it off.
Okay, you want free wood chips here's what you need. First, you need plenty of space for the chips you can't get a partial load. Second, you need to specify what type of wood you'll accept. (It's self- explanatory on the website). Third, you will need a wheelbarrow and lots of time and energy to spread the wood chips around.
There are several benefits to wood chip mulch including:
- Compaction reduction;
- Soil nutrients;
- Enhanced plant growth;
- Habitat for beneficial insects;
- Less need for fertilizers and pesticides;
- Moisture retention;
- And, temperature moderation.
Did I mention that they're free?