Tree Care in Geneva, WA

If you're looking at the trees in your Geneva yard and wondering why they're causing problems, you're not alone. Most of the issues we see here, from cracked driveways to storm damage, started decades ago when your home was built. In the late 1970s, builders often chose fast-growing trees for quick shade and curb appeal. That's why you see so many silver maples and Bradford pears in neighborhoods of this era. Silver maples have weak wood and aggressive roots that can damage foundations, while a Bradford pear is practically guaranteed to split in half after 15 to 20 years. These trees are now mature, around 47 years old, and their inherent weaknesses are becoming liabilities. Your native trees, like the Douglas Fir and Western Red Cedar, are far better suited to our Whatcom County climate and soils, but they often need care to compete with the problems left by those older planting choices.