FAQs

There are subtle differences between tree trimming and tree pruning. Tree trimming generally maintains the tree’s outer appearance by removing overgrowth or unruly branches. Tree pruning is the selective removal of branches or parts of a tree to improve its health, structure, and appearance.

Tree trimming should be done as needed and at least one per year. If you notice any damage in your trees or with your tree branches, consider trimming them right away.

Keeping your trees trimmed ensures that they are healthy, safe, and have a great shape and appearance. Trimming a tree can also help to save it if there is evidence of disease or pest infestation.

The best time to have your trees trimmed is usually in the dormant season, from late fall through early spring. However, if you notice any dead or damaged branches, you should have them trimmed as soon as possible.

Don’t over prune your trees or shrubs. Only prune what needs to be removed. Also make sure that pruning is done at the proper time depending on whether you’re having a shrub or tree pruned.

You should consider having your tree removed if it is dead or dying, has a large crack or split, or has been severely damaged in a storm. If you tree has evidence of disease or a pest infestation or has root damage, you may also want to consider having it removed.

Some signs that your tree may be dying are out of season leaf loss, dead branches, a thinning canopy, wilting of the tree, or a sudden change in appearance. A licensed tree expert can evaluate your tree if you think it may be dying or in danger.

Anytime of year is suitable to have trees removed, however, the best time to have your tree removed is before it causes damage to your home or other property.

Taylor Expert Arborists will remove the wood from your tree removal after the work is done, however, if you want to keep the wood, we’re able to cut it to firewood length as well. If you choose to have the wood removed, it is taken to a waste removal yard and properly disposed of.

The amount of time it takes to remove a tree depends on many factors like the size, location, and health of the tree. Most tree removals can be completed in one day.

You should consider having your tree removed if it is dead or dying, has a large crack or split, or has been severely damaged in a storm. If you tree has evidence of disease or a pest infestation or has root damage, you may also want to consider having it removed.

It’s up to you on whether to have the stump removed after your tree is removed. However, tree stumps can be eyesores and unsafe when left after a tree removal. Old stumps can also be a nesting site for termites.

Yes, once a tree has fallen, it can certainly still be removed. Along with removing the fallen part of the tree, any part of the tree that is intact as well as the stump can be removed.

Check with your municipality to determine whether a permit is needed to remove a tree. Most municipalities in New Jersey require a permit to remove a tree and some may require the replacement of the removed tree with a new planting.

Stump grinding is the process of sweeping a stump grinder blade over the entire surface of a stump until it is reduced to wood chips. Stumps are often ground well below the grade, up to 8 inches.

Stump grinding and stump removal are often used interchangeably. Some stumps must be ground out and some smaller stumps can be removed without using a stump grinder and can be dug out with a machine or by hand.

The best way to tell if a tree close to your home is dangerous is to have a licensed tree expert do a risk evaluation of the tree. The tree expert will be able to tell you if the tree needs to be removed or if it could benefit from a tree support system to limit the risk.

First, don’t panic. If the tree has fallen or uprooted, emergency tree removal may be necessary. If the tree is split or cracked, have a licensed tree expert evaluate the tree to determine if it can be saved.

It depends on the extent of the damage as to whether a tree can recover. Most trees can recover from minor damage, but severely damaged trees will likely need to be removed.

Yes, trees do repair themselves to the extent they can. Trees get wounds just like people do, and depending on the severity of the wound, a tree can repair itself and thrive.

When deciding what types of trees to plant, always consider what types of trees thrive in your local environment. Most of New Jersey falls in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a to 7b. Choosing trees that are well-suited to these zones will ensure that your new trees have the best chance of survival. When considering planting locations, always think about what the tree will look like as it matures to make sure you have adequate space for the new tree.

The size of the tree at maturity determines how close you can plant a tree to your house. You should always have new trees planted at least 8 feet from any wall and up to 20 feet from a wall if the tree is expected to be large at maturity.

If you have your tree planted too close to your house you risk interfering with underground utilities, blocking your windows, and possibly interfering with the foundation of your home.

You should consider cabling a tree where there is a significant split or crack in the tree, there is a weak branch due to codominant stems, or you want to try and train your tree to grow in a certain direction.

Tree cabling and bracing uses extra high strength steel cables to hold a tree branch in place. Cabling and bracing creates a support system for weak branches and can help guide a tree to grow in the right direction.

Cables are installed when there are signs of structural defects or instability in a tree. Cables help support the structural defects and instability and reduce the risk of tree failure.

Cabling and bracing involves high strength steel cables tensioned to support a tree. It is not something that a homeowner should attempt to do themselves. Improper cabling and bracing presents a risk of injury not only to your tree, but to yourself and those around you.

Bracing can prevent trees from splitting by supporting trees with multiple leaders that have a weak attachment point. Bracing rods help reduce the risk of leader branches spreading and breaking.

The purpose of a tree risk assessment is to assess the overall health and potential for failure of a tree. A licensed tree expert can conduct a tree risk assessment and evaluate your trees for defects, hazards, disease, and pest infestation.

A licensed tree expert will examine the crown of the tree, the trunk, and the root system of the tree to evaluate the health of your trees. The tree expert may also use tools like a mallet, increment borer, or decay-detecting drill to evaluate your trees.

The best time to prune your shrubs depends on the type of shrub. However, most shrubs will benefit from pruning during late winter to early spring. For flowering shrubs, pruning immediately after they finish flowering in the spring is beneficial.

You may have trimmed them too much. It’s always a good idea to have your bushes and shrubs pruned by a licensed tree expert that knows the proper pruning and trimming techniques to make sure your bushes thrive.

Yes, absolutely! If you trim a bush too much it may die. It’s always a good idea to have your bushes and shrubs pruned by a licensed tree expert that knows the proper pruning and trimming techniques to make sure your bushes thrive.