Tree Care in Port Washington, NY

If you're looking at a mature tree in Port Washington, you're likely looking at a decision made in the 1950s. Many of the original builders here chose trees for speed, not longevity. That's why you see so many silver maples and Bradford pears. A silver maple grows fast and gives quick shade, but its weak wood and aggressive surface roots cause constant problems. A Bradford pear looks perfect for about 15 years, then its tight branch structure is almost guaranteed to split in a storm. The challenge is that a tree can look healthy on the outside while decay is hollowing it out from within. We use simple tools like a mallet to sound the trunk; solid wood rings clear, while decayed wood sounds dull. This tells us what's happening inside long before a branch fails.