Tree Health & Maintenance

Invest in Your Trees

Your trees are living investments that add value, beauty, and environmental benefits to your property. Like any valuable asset, they need regular care and maintenance to stay healthy and perform at their best. Tree health and maintenance is about more than just keeping trees alive. It is about helping them thrive.

Healthy trees resist disease better, withstand storms, and live longer. They provide better shade, cleaner air, and more curb appeal. They are also safer, with lower risk of falling branches or structural failure. Regular maintenance catches small problems before they become expensive emergencies.

Our Troy tree health specialists understand the unique challenges trees face in the Capital Region. From harsh winters to summer droughts, invasive pests to common diseases, we know what threatens your trees and how to protect them.

Our Tree Health Services

We offer comprehensive tree health and maintenance programs designed to keep your trees in peak condition:

• •Tree Health Assessments: Our certified arborists evaluate your trees for signs of disease, pest infestation, structural issues, and environmental stress. We identify problems early when they are easiest to treat.
• •Disease Diagnosis and Treatment: We identify common tree diseases like anthracnose, apple scab, and fire blight, then recommend appropriate treatments to stop the spread and restore tree health.
• •Pest Management: From emerald ash borers to tent caterpillars, we control pest infestations using integrated pest management techniques that are effective and environmentally responsible.
• •Soil Analysis and Fertilization: We test your soil to identify nutrient deficiencies and pH imbalances, then develop custom fertilization programs to give your trees what they need to thrive.
• •Deep Root Watering: During droughts, we provide deep root watering to ensure your trees get adequate moisture where they need it most, at the root zone.
• •Mulching and Root Care: Proper mulching protects roots, conserves moisture, and improves soil quality. We apply mulch correctly to avoid common mistakes that harm trees.

Every tree and property is different. We create customized maintenance plans based on your specific trees, their age and condition, your property conditions, and your goals for your landscape.

Signs Your Trees Need Attention

What to Watch For

Trees cannot tell you when something is wrong, but they show signs if you know what to look for. Early detection makes treatment easier and more successful. Here are some warning signs that indicate your trees need professional attention.

Discolored, spotted, or wilting leaves outside of normal fall color change often indicate disease or pest problems. Premature leaf drop, especially in summer, suggests stress from drought, disease, or root damage. Dead or dying branches scattered throughout the canopy are red flags for serious health issues.

Changes to the bark are also important. Cracks, splits, or areas where bark is falling off can indicate structural problems or disease. Oozing sap, especially if discolored, often signals infection. Fungal growth on the trunk or at the base is a serious concern that needs immediate evaluation.

If you notice any of these signs, call us for an assessment. We often work alongside our tree trimming services to remove diseased branches and our arborist consulting services for complex tree health issues.

Seasonal Tree Maintenance

Tree care is a year-round responsibility. Each season brings different maintenance needs and opportunities to support tree health. In spring, we assess trees for winter damage, apply preventive treatments for common pests and diseases, and fertilize to support new growth. This is also an excellent time to plant new trees.

Summer focuses on monitoring for drought stress and pest activity. We provide supplemental watering during dry periods and treat active pest infestations. This is also when we can spot disease symptoms most easily because trees are in full leaf.

Fall is ideal for many maintenance tasks. Leaves have dropped, making it easier to see tree structure. We can assess storm damage from summer weather and prepare trees for winter. Fall is also a great time for planting and deep root fertilization.

Winter allows for structural pruning and removal of dead wood. With leaves gone, we can evaluate branch structure and make strategic cuts to improve tree form and health. Dormant trees handle pruning with less stress during this season.

Tree Health Questions