FAQs

Studies published in the Journal of Arboriculture have shown that it is actually far more cost effective to regularly prune and care for your trees rather than neglect them. It also helps to prevent damage to your home. Growing limbs will tear at your shingles and overhanging branches can fall on your roof. It's also the best thing to do for the health of the tree.

An arborist, or (less commonly) arboriculturist, is a professional in the practice of arboriculture, which is the cultivation, management, and study of individual trees, shrubs, vines, and other perennial woody plants. The certified arborists at Destito Tree Services are also required to maintain certification by remaining up to date on the latest techniques in arboriculture.

Experience, quality, and reliability. All of these traits affect the workmanship, customer care, and sometimes even the pricing you receive. You should also only work with a company that is licensed and insured.

Oak, elm and most deciduous hardwood trees require annual fertilization. Depending on age and condition, different species have different needs. A thick ground cover of fallen leaves provides a good supply of nutrients to a tree for several months. Trees in urban areas can derive nutrition from planted shrubs or grass.

Winter is typically the best time of year for tree removals since most trees have shed their leaves and most of the adjacent greenery should be dormant, making removal easier and more efficient.

While stump grinding is not usually required, it is often a good idea. Neglected stumps can grow, become a home for pests and can also get in the way when mowing or landscaping.