When a tree or shrub is no longer viable, safe, or attractive, or if it is simply in the wrong place, removal may be the best option.
Stump Grinding and Removal
Tree care services - tree and shrub pruning, planting, removal, stump grinding, cabling, consulting - Goodland Tree Works - Madison, WI
Crown Reduction
Fortunately, tree topping is much less common than it used to be. Silver maples and crabapples seem to be the favorite targets of this type of abuse. There are plenty of resources online showing the problems with topping. In short, it doesn't work, it's ugly, and it makes trees more dangerous.
Pruning is the most frequently performed service in all of tree care. With the right timing and techniques, pruning can make a tree stronger, safer, healthier, and more beautiful, as well as more economical. Unfortunately, improper pruning is very common and does more harm than good. Find out lots more about tree pruning at Goodland Tree Works.
Tree Maintenance
TCIA – the Tree Care Industry Association develops safety and education programs and standards of tree care practice.
Tree Cabling and Bracing
Arborist Services
Often the first step is to assess what you have, and prioritize care. Peter, ISA Certified Arborist since 2002, can meet with you to go over your concerns and make recommendations. This is especially recommended for new homeowners, or if you have let your landscape go for a while. See more on certification.
Land Clearing
In nature, there is no leaf pick-up or brush removal service. Most organic matter falls to the forest floor, where the many decomposers cycle it back to the soil. We can help replenish the soil with proper mulching, inoculating with beneficial organisms, and by adding missing minerals. This three-pronged approach improves the chemical, biological, structural aspects of the rooting area.