Tree Care in Kentfield, CA

If you're looking at the trees in your Kentfield yard, you're likely seeing the landscaping decisions made when these homes were built in the 1950s and 60s. Back then, builders often chose fast-growing trees for quick shade and curb appeal, without considering their long-term health or structural integrity. In our warm, marine climate, species like the Monterey Pine and various Acacias were popular. These trees are now 70 years old and showing their age. The problem is that many tree issues start inside the trunk or root system, and by the time you see dead branches or fungal growth on the outside, the internal decay may be advanced. A hollow sound when you tap the trunk with a mallet is a classic sign of trouble that homeowners often miss until it's too late.