If you don’t have a green thumb, it can be overwhelming to maintain healthy and appealing trees in your yard. However, you don’t have to be a plant wizard to enjoy the effects of professional-grade foliage. Who do you call when your trees need some help? Jake Chesnut at Oak Arbor Care is here to simplify the process and let you in on how to discover the top tree service near you. 

How do you know if your tree needs help?

If your trees have never been pruned, chances are that there are some structural issues.  If these problems are not addressed, major failures can occur, leading to damage to your home, property, vehicles… and even personal injury. If the foliage starts to turn yellow, take it as your tree’s call for help. In coniferous trees, if the tops and tips are dying back or if the needles are changing colors (becoming yellow, brown, or purple), the tree may be diseased. If you are unsure about whether your tree needs support, feel free to contact Oak Arbor Care for a free consultation and estimate. We speak tree!

How do you know what type of service your tree needs?

You don’t have to! Treatments are problem-specific, and Oak Arbor Care knows precisely how to tell which remedy is best. We have unique treatments for fungal infections, bacterial infections, borers, aphids, gall infestations, wood boring beetles, and even moth infestations (which introduce bacteria and fungi).

Another approach involves applying soil treatments to amend the soil mix we are dealing with here on the Front Range. This is accomplished by introducing living microbes into the soil. This method remediates the mineral deficiencies that affect a variety of local tree species.

Physical support involves hazardous limb pruning and preventative pruning, which protects you from falling tree limbs. Cabling systems installed in the upper canopy can also prevent large failures from causing major damage to a home or property. Structural care sometimes involves the removal of trees… although at Oak Arbor Care, we believe that the earth needs as many trees as we can possibly save! If we do have to resort to removal, we also provide stump grinding so that the area of land can be reclaimed for other purposes.

What are some eco-friendly alternatives to traditional tree service nearby?

One up-and-coming natural alternative is the use of electric chainsaws. These tools reduce noise pollution, as well as omit the need for using mixed fuel. This means no two-cycle engine exhaust! Using biodegradable bar oil is another option that supports the environment. 

At Oak Arbor Care, we offer alternative fertilizer options, such as the specialty compost tea we make in-house. Our formula helps open up the minerals, making them available in the soil. We have had success treating bacterial diseases and mineral deficiencies with our proprietary blend. 

How does quality tree care benefit you? 

The benefits are endless! First, there’s the invaluable peace of mind from knowing that your trees have been properly taken care of, reducing the risk of damage from falling limbs. Imagine walking along a common area in a well-maintained area of trees, feeling secure and relishing your walk. No more peering at nerve-wracking hanging limbs or storm damage hazards.

The aesthetic value of trees has been proven to have an exponentially beneficial effect on the physiological health of humans. You experience this for yourself when you feel energized after resting on a picnic blanket in the shade of a flourishing tree.

Finally, trees are a major factor in curb appeal, which affects the monetary value of your house. Plus, if you’re running a business or maintaining a neighborhood, the first impression that people get when they visit can strongly affect the reputation of your organization.

Speaking of HOAs and commercial properties…

Oak Arbor Care understands that safety is always a top priority when it comes to tree service nearby. Whether it’s your parking lot, your lunch break area, or your neighborhood corner park, we offer a variety of affordable and long-term solutions to cover all of your tree needs. Call us at 720-899-0329 to learn more.

Can’t I just do this by myself? Why do I need a professional arborist?

Unfortunately, I have met and performed tree work for many individuals who were recovering from shattered ankles suffered while attempting to perform their own tree work. This is dangerous! Even a drop from ten feet off the ground can result in a fatal head injury or a bone fracture. It’s simply not worth being out of work for months on end and dealing with a lifelong injury. Making proper cuts in a tree requires extensive experience, training, and practice. If you are concerned about the cost, we want to assure you that Oak Arbor Care offers affordable tree service plans.

How can you tell if an arborist is trustworthy?

Don’t simply take their word for it. Instead, ask to see proof of insurance and licensing. This documentation indicates that they’ve taken the time to be serious about their profession. Most cities will list their licensed tree companies on their city’s website, which is updated annually. For example, check out Oak Arbor Care on the list of licensed tree service contractors in Longmont, Berthoud, Boulder, and Loveland.

Look for videos of successful jobs completed, or check out their photo content. Sometimes you gotta see it to believe it!

Finally, you can ask a potential arborist for referrals from satisfied past customers. Oak Arbor Care is the first company listed on the Better Business Bureau’s “BBB Accredited Tree Service Near Loveland, CO”, as well as being included on Expertise.com’s “13 Best Loveland Tree Services”. You can also check out our 49 5-star Google reviews, like this one from Gregory Wickline:

“We can’t say enough about our positive experience with Jake Chesnut and his crew from Oak Arbor Care.  The job was difficult – a tall, standing, dead Ponderosa pine tree in a difficult location within a few feet of our home and overhanging the roof… These days, it is difficult to find contractors that are competent and trustworthy.  We’re very pleased with the work done by Oak Arbor Care and highly recommend them without reservation.”

How can you tell which tree service is the best fit for you?

It’s always a bit of a gamble. Trust your intuition, and notice whether the arborist has confidently answered all of your questions or not. Don’t rush the process of finding the right arborist! This is an investment, and you want to work with someone you trust. Getting quotes from two or three arborists should be enough to find the right one for you.

The best tree service near Fort Collins, CO

Family-owned and operated Oak Arbor Care is licensed, bonded, and insured, providing top-rated tree and plant care services to Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Johnstown, Longmont, Berthoud, Mead, Boulder, Erie, Lafayette, and Niwot. We are known for our high-quality work and our eco-friendly approach. For a free estimate, call 720-899-0329 or submit our quick and easy contact form. 

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