Tree Care in Piedmont, CA

If you're looking at a mature tree in Piedmont, you're likely looking at a decision made nearly a century ago. Many of the beautiful, large trees shading our homes were planted when these properties were first developed in the 1930s. Builders often chose fast-growing species for quick shade and curb appeal, which means we're now living with the long-term consequences. You'll see this with silver maples, known for their aggressive surface roots that can damage foundations, and the unfortunately common Bradford pear, which is practically guaranteed to split apart after 15-20 years of growth. The challenge is that a tree can look perfectly healthy from the outside while having significant decay inside that started years ago. Our job is to assess that hidden risk before it becomes a visible problem.