Tree Care in George Mason, VA

If you're looking at the trees in your George Mason yard and feeling concerned, you're not alone. Most of the problems we see here stem from decisions made when these neighborhoods were built. In the early 1980s, builders often planted fast-growing trees for quick shade and curb appeal. That's why so many properties here are now dealing with mature silver maples, known for their weak wood and aggressive surface roots, or Bradford pears, which are beautiful but structurally destined to split apart after 15 to 20 years. These trees are now 40-plus years old and entering a high-risk phase. Your native trees, like the white oaks and sugar maples, are far better suited to our Fairfax County climate and soils, but they still need proper care to reach their full potential and avoid decline.