Tree Care in New Providence, NJ

If you're looking at the trees in your New Providence yard, you're likely seeing the legacy of the 1960s building boom. Many homes here were built around 1963, and the trees planted then are now mature, about 63 years old. Builders often chose fast-growing species for quick shade and curb appeal. That's why we see so many silver maples, known for their aggressive surface roots and weak wood, and Bradford pears, which are beautiful but structurally destined to split. These trees were the right choice for a new development, but they've now outgrown their intended lifespan and location. The challenge is that internal decay can be hidden for years. A tree can look healthy on the outside while being hollow inside, a risk you can't afford to guess about during our nearly eight annual storm events.