Tree Care in Northbrook, IL

If you're looking at the trees in your Northbrook yard and wondering about their health, you're likely seeing the legacy of the 1970s building boom. Many homes here were built around 1975, and the trees planted then are now about 51 years old. Builders often chose fast-growing species for quick shade and curb appeal. That's why we see so many mature silver maples, known for their aggressive surface roots and weak wood, and green ash trees, which are now threatened by the emerald ash borer. These trees are entering a critical age where structural weaknesses from poor initial planting or species choice become major liabilities during our frequent storms. We average over 72 storm events a year, and sustained winds can fatigue these older trees, leading to branch failure or uprooting, especially when our clay soils are saturated from nearly 40 inches of annual rain.