Each tree is unique (that’s part of their charm : )
There are an array of additional options we can offer to support your tree’s longevity, such as bracing or cabling your tree, soil testing, mulching, or turning a declining tree into wildlife habitat.
If you are curious about a service you don’t see listed, chances are good that we can help you out, or point you in the right direction. We like to refer to other local small business partners whenever we can!
Cabling & Bracing
Cabling and bracing are supplemental support systems that go hand in hand with proper pruning and care.
These techniques are used when a tree exhibits structural imperfections like a codominant top or included bark. Combined with proper pruning, installing cabling or braces can help limit the movement of certain tree parts and reduce the likelihood of breakage in stormy weather.
Sometimes, bracing and propping of tree parts can help preserve beautiful old trees for years to come. It is important that cables be installed correctly or they can do more harm than good.
These systems should also be inspected regularly to ensure that the tree is responding well to them and to inspect the longevity of materials and placement. We install these systems in line with industry standards (ANSI A300 standards and specifications).
We’d be happy to discuss whether this solution is right for your tree, reach out to schedule a free estimate with one of our arborists.
Root & Soil Support
The best care we can give to our trees is to care for the soil around them and provide them with necessary water.
We recommend mulching around the base of your trees (we highly recommend free wood chip mulch!) to retain soil moisture and invite mycorrhizal fungi friends into the soil ecosystem.
Trees are experiencing the impacts of our longer hotter summers due to climate change, so we always recommend you water them, even for large established trees. Watering guidelines will vary depending on the size of your tree, but we’d be happy to provide advice.
When we want to get a deeper look at what’s going on with a tree’s roots, we work with other local small business experts to provide root collar excavation with a low-impact air spade tool. This can help us investigate what’s going on with a tree’s root system and make recommendations around interventions that can help your tree in the long-term.
We can even take soil samples and send them over to local labs to help investigate what might be happening in your soil. Soil health is critical for tree health!
Emergency Tree Care
Foster Trees, LLC is available for any manner of emergency tree support. When inclement weather is in the forecast, our crews are on call so that we can help take care of the most urgent needs.
We’re capable of helping clear roads and driveways, and have experience removing fallen trees from structures and vehicles.
We can help provide proper documentation for insurance billing and are happy to work with our clients to ensure that they get the emergency tree care necessary to feel safe and taken care of.
Contact us for a free estimate and we'll take care of you.
Real Estate Evaluations
If you’re in the market for buying a new home, it can be important to understand more about the trees on the property and the commitment you’ll be making to caring for them over time.
We can walk the property with you to evaluate tree health and condition and provide resources for understanding what it will take to properly care for the trees in your new home.
If a tree is hazardous and needs to be removed, we can help work within the purchasing process to ensure that this home maintenance need is captured during the course of the sale.
Wildlife Habitat & Preservation
In many cases, declining trees serve as a habitat for many different species, including cavity-dwelling birds and insect species. Where safe and possible, Foster Trees is happy to help homeowners create habitat space in their yards instead of removing trees completely.
We’ll work with homeowners to assess any risks to creating habitat trees and look for evidence of local creatures in your yard space. We are experienced in facilitating cavity development for additional nesting capacity and habitat.
Want to work with us? Get a free estimate!