Tree Care in Upper Arlington, OH

If you're a homeowner in Upper Arlington, you're likely living with the legacy of the 1950s and 60s landscaping choices. Many of the large silver maples and Bradford pears you see were planted by builders for fast shade and curb appeal. The problem is that these species, now 60-70 years old, have inherent weaknesses. Silver maples have brittle wood and aggressive surface roots, while Bradford pears are structurally guaranteed to split. In our cool-humid climate with over 44 inches of annual rain, these weaknesses are tested by about 24 significant storm events each year. The most dangerous wind pattern for these mature trees is sustained wind from one direction followed by a sudden shift, which fatigues the wood and root systems.