Tree Care in San Lorenzo, CA

If you're looking at a mature tree in your San Lorenzo yard, you're likely looking at a decision made in the 1950s. Builders here often planted fast-growing species like silver maple or Monterey pine for quick shade and curb appeal. These trees are now 70-plus years old, and their weaknesses are showing. Silver maples have brittle wood and aggressive surface roots that can damage foundations. Monterey pines, while iconic, are prone to sudden failure in our occasional high winds. The good news is that many of our native trees, like the coast live oak, were better choices and have stood the test of time. Our warm-marine climate (Zone 10a) with its mild winters and 10-month growing season is forgiving, but it also allows pests and decay to progress year-round.