Answering Your Tree Health Questions in San Diego

Do you notice a change in the tree? Are the leaves changing color, and it is not fall? Our estimators are experienced arborists who can assist you in determining if your tree has any problems.

We follow industry standards to recommend the appropriate procedure for your trees.

The harder you cut it, the faster it wants to grow back. Field studies show that the practice of over-pruning is detrimental to the health of trees.

We trim all varieties, with a few exceptions.

We can help you plant in most cases, and if not, we can refer you to a competent landscaper.

We can leave wood from your tree, but it will be logs, not split firewood.

We have experienced foremen who utilize specialized equipment to facilitate even the hardest removal. Whether using a crane to lift them out, or rope and rigging to piece them out, our experienced crews make sure to protect your surrounding property.

Stump removal is digging out and hauling off a stump.

Stump grinding uses a machine to “shred” the stump in the ground. This process produces stump grindings, which is a mixture of wood chips and dirt that gets backfilled into the resulting hole.

It depends on the species and vigor of the remaining stump. Some species grow back more often than others. It may be advisable to treat the stump with herbicide.

Most trees will not regrow after stump grinding. Lateral roots can still sprout volunteer trees. Stump grinding can help prevent regrowth but does not guarantee it.

No, the stump grindings would be pushed back into the area unless otherwise requested at time of estimate.

Sometimes the previous tree can deplete the soil of important nutrients, and it may be better to delay planting until the area has a chance to regenerate. We always recommend not planting in the same spot; however, there may not be enough room elsewhere, so we make all efforts to clear out the old stump first.