Tree Care in Plandome, NY

If you're looking at the mature trees in your Plandome yard, you're likely seeing the landscaping choices made when these homes were built nearly 90 years ago. Builders often selected fast-growing trees for immediate effect, which is why we see so many silver maples and Bradford pears here. The silver maple grows quickly but has weak wood and aggressive surface roots that can damage walkways. The Bradford pear is beautiful for about 15 years, but its branch structure is fundamentally flawed and it will almost certainly split apart during one of our storms. The challenge is that tree problems often start inside the trunk or root system, where you can't see them. By the time you notice dead branches or mushrooms at the base, the internal decay may be advanced. This is why professional assessment is critical for trees of this age and size.