Tree services, also known as arboriculture, involves the professional care of trees and shrubs. It includes a variety of tasks such as planting, transplanting, pruning, trimming, removing, cabling, staking and fertilizing. Specialized tree services can also include pest control and assessment of tree health. Tree services are important to both residential and commercial properties as they can help in many ways from improving the aesthetic appeal of a landscape to preserving property value.

Tree trimming is one of the most common types of tree service and involves cutting away dead or diseased limbs that can be hazardous or unsightly. Pruning is essential for maintaining healthy trees by eliminating weak branches which could break during storms or strong winds. It also promotes new growth which helps increase the tree’s overall strength and stability and improve its appearance. Cabling may be performed on older trees with weak limbs in order to provide additional support while reducing strain on the tree’s root system in order to keep it healthy.

Tree removal is another type of tree service that may be necessary when a tree becomes a hazard or has reached the end of its life span. This service should only be undertaken by trained professionals with the proper equipment and experience to safely remove large trees without damaging nearby structures or landscapes. In some cases, tree removal may require special permits depending upon local codes and regulations prior to any work being done on private property.

Stump grinding is another type of service offered by many certified arborists that involves grinding down an existing stump into sawdust-like particles which can then be used as mulch in landscaping beds if desired. Stump grinding not only removes unsightly stumps but also helps prevent any diseases from spreading through root systems connected with remaining stubs underground which could cause further damage to other plants in your landscape if left untreated.

Fertilization is an important part of proper tree care that helps ensure optimal growth and health over time by providing important nutrients that promote root system strength while aiding in disease prevention. Fertilization should always be tailored to meet each individual species’ needs based on soil condition and climate conditions present at your location since different types have specific nutrient requirements for survival. Tree fertilization programs are available through many certified arborists who specialize in this area so they can develop customized plans tailored specifically for you based off their knowledge regarding your local environment’s soil composition and other factors impacting plant health in your area.

Finally, pest control is another type of specialized service available through certified arborists that can help protect against insects such as borers, aphids or caterpillars that may harm your trees if left unchecked over time due to their ability to reduce vigor in leaves or even kill entire branches altogether resulting in costly damage costs if not treated quickly enough before permanent damage occurs. Professional pest control services often involve chemical applications alongside more natural methods such as biological controls like ladybugs which feed off certain pests while leaving beneficial insect populations untouched ensuring overall balance within ecosystems containing multiple species living within them including valuable trees too!