Tree Care in Franklin, MI

If you're looking at a mature tree in Franklin, you're likely looking at a decision made in the 1950s or 60s. Builders back then often planted fast-growing species like silver maple for quick shade and curb appeal. Today, those trees are 60 to 80 years old, and their weaknesses are showing. Silver maples have notoriously weak wood and aggressive surface roots that can damage foundations and walkways. Another common legacy tree is the Bradford pear, which is almost guaranteed to split at its weak, narrow branch unions after 15-20 years. These structural flaws aren't always obvious from the ground, which is why a professional assessment is critical. We can't see inside the tree, and by the time external symptoms like cracks or fungi appear, the internal decay may be extensive.