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West University Arborist

Complete Tree Service & ISA Certified Arborist Company
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What to Expect During Your Arborist Consultation?

Our brilliant and Certified Arborist in Houston are among the most educated in the field of Arboriculture. At your Consult the Arborist will perform a thorough hands-on inspection of your landscape and will provide a quick and accurate diagnosis for your trees and shrubs. You will be given a descriptive evaluation of the apparent problems in your yard and a proper maintenance plan and or treatment plan that your trees may require to function at their best! If you would like to know more about the Arborist on our team visit our About page that offers a short summary of each Arborist and their certifications.

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Description of Our Houston Tree Services

Tree Trimming (Pruning)

Tree Crown Thinning

In the tree care industry there are multiple forms of tree trimming, each having a different purpose affecting the end result to have a certain predictable outcome. What we mean by this is, each type of trimming service has it very own function and has its own end results with its specific benefits. For Example Tree Crown Thinning - is the tapering of the interior foliage of the trees leaf system, this removes excess branches and leaves that may be blocking needed sunlight to the lower leaves and vegetation ( like grass, flowers, and shrubs,etc.).

Tree Crown Reduction

What is Crown Reduction? One of the most common tree trimming service you will find is known as crown reduction, this is the trimming and removing of the exterior brush and leaves with a goal to reduce its exterior diameter up to 30%. Why only 30% of the trees foliage or more? Well there are some tree service companies that can perform this, however keep in mind the tree's health at this point. Most Arborist Providers like ourselves warn against removing more than 30% of its foliage due to the negative effects it has on the trees. One of the main reasons we keep our tree trimming reduction under or at 30% is to keep the tree from suffering nutrition shock. Leaves provide vital energy to the tree from the photosynthesis process. Removing to much cuts needed resources the tree needs, so the tree will react by flushing what nutrients is has to quickly grow ( suckles or snags) that are thin and flimsy, rather than a normal branch with has more density, less likely to snap. Another serious effect of a over trimming is the tree has to close off resources from other areas, the first is its immune system, which fights off insects and bacteria (fungal bacteria) opening up a new list of potential problems. Proper Tree trimming can direct new growth, shape the growth and also help grow more bountiful fruits. In our beautiful rural areas in West University, we want our trees to look and be the healthiest possible, and sustain our enriched quality of life due to our tall green giants.

Tree line Clearance

Line Clearance is a form of tree trimming and tree shaping that plays more a functional role rather than aesthetic. Like in the images below show a great example of tree line tree trimming. Removing the over grown side of a trees crown to avoid colliding with building structures, car roofs, or

Tree and Shrub DELICATE branch removal

This is the removal of delicate branches and soft stemmed plants, due to the nature of the branch durability these branch removals need to be performed with sheers by hand. There are some power tools we utilize but these tools have a low torque output, so as not to shred but quickly cut. These services are great for shrubs, small trees, and soft stem branches, and can be very budget friendly. For more information on our pruning services please contact us here .

Our tree trimming in Houston, TX allows your trees to look proportionate while maintaining the natural beauty that they possess. The four accurate and most popular ways to prune a tree are crown cleaning, crown raising, crown reduction and crown thinning. We offer them all and we will advise you against any unhealthy techniques that could possibly cause harm to your trees. All debris from trimming will be removed unless otherwise requested by the homeowner. Once we are finished it will be as if we were never there! Are you needing a tree trimming in Houston? Call West University Arborist at 281-786-0975 or email us by filling out our online contact form!

Before & After pruning Crape Myrtle away from home to prevent damage to the roof.

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Before & After the crown Raise of a Bradford Pear above the driveway.

Tree Removal

Single small tree removal

Our West University located arborist crews are experts in tree removal, specializing in limited access tree removals, no drop tree removals ( these are trees where there is too many of the clients personal items that can not be moved ( near ac unit, shed, statues, etc. ) This includes small or tree with base trunk of 25 inches in diameter or less.

large tree removal

Our Tree removal service extends to large diameter tree removals, these are trees with a base trunk larger than 30 inches and can grow as wide as 50 plus inches. Most trees that grow large like this are in the oak, pecan, and cypress tree family, and are know for there wide and large base. These tree require heavy equipment machinery like Bobcats, mini cranes, and wood chippers( if required).

Tall Tree Removal

Trees like Pines and Palm Trees are considered apart of the tall tree removal due to the extreme heights, these trees are required for specially trained tree climbers and have to utilize cranes and bobcats to safely remove some of these extremely tall trees.

Multiple Tree Removal

For the best prices in tree removal we offer multi tree removal services where we can clear from 2 to 15 trees at one time. We also have the ability to clear out more trees than 15 with larger crews and equipment. Our company builds our crew based off our clients budget and needs, this allows us to keep our clients happy and our crews working for the past 15 years of service to our West University clientele.

Dangerous Tree Removal

Dangerous trees can be very expensive to have removed, due to the issue that not everyone can legally remove these trees due to the proximity of the tree to power lines, utility lines or even gas lines. Because of this most companies that can perform these tasks charge much more as it is considered a certified licence, specialized service. Utility arborist, Master arborist, and City Licenced/Approved technicians are the only ones skilled, trained and approved to perform these task safely and in the regulated guidelines of the cities restrictions. These areas are so dangerous, that most of these companies including ourselves have to annually have OSHA and HMI inspection and evaluation of safety practices to be allowed to remove these types of trees or shrubs.
Our Services are among the most competitive in the industry and based all our pricing on market value - clients budget - and weather, this helps to keep our pricing fluid and able to adjust for any budget.

Dead Tree Removal

Dead tree removals have been responsible for more deaths in the tree service industry compared to a healthy tree removal, due to the tree inability to support any added weight. These trees have a potentially high chance of collapsing under any kind of strain, and must be removed with care, and using bobcats and cranes to help in the tree removal.

24 hour Emergency tree removal

From time to time, in our West University community, we have endured thru many hurricanes / harsh wind storms & flooding. The wake of damage that is left behind can be over whelming, from debris to fallen trees, the damage to the property could be in the thousands. What causes these fallen trees? Most of the time it could be cause do to lightening strike or soft, loose soil that allow the roots of a tree to uplift and fall over. We provide fast and instant removal of these fallen trees. We have dispatch teams ready to move out to any location in the West University area with in a few hours. Our Crews will quickly remove, record the damages, and tarp exposed damages areas for insurance claim agents to evaluate. We accept all credit cards and insurance claim payouts for these services.

Land & Lot Tree Removal

Land and Lot clearing is a full service total tree removal package designed to clear out any debris and trees of a piece of land that is set for construction or matching a tree disposition plan.

In West University our clients love their trees but sometimes removal is necessary or even urgent. Did you know that dead trees host multiple fungal pathogens that are highly contagious to other trees? Call 281-786-0975 for your dead tree removal needs today! Not every guy next door that owns a rope and a chainsaw are certified and specialized like West University Arborist. Trees that outgrow their city environment must be removed, however, we will always suggest more options if they exist. Do you require a tree removal in Houston, TX? Contact West University Arborist today by calling 281-786-0975 or contact us online by filling out our online contact form.

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Preconstruction Tree Services

Land and Tree Disposition Planning

During the construction phase of building property on land, there are planning and mapping of the land for areas to plot building, parking, and even aesthetics like trees and plants. These services are prepared by the architect, and arborist, and construction contractors. The architect creates the canvas and idea he wants to create for the property, and arborist will review the organic life locations, and revise them to not only provide shade and beauty to the area, but locate them in a way that reduces the most emissions and noise pollution, while adding privacy and security from outside view.

Tree STRUCTURAL Integrity inspections

Our Services include Structural tree inspection services for project managers to ensure the payload a tree can sustain for using for weight allowance. We have inspected many wooded areas and their tree's integrity for upcoming zip-lines parks and water slides, and provide these services for many commercial properties. For more information on our Tree structural integrity services contact us here.

HydroMulching

A for of tree removal using hydro based saws on bobcats or large diesel tractors, this process of hydro mulching is environmentally safe and can clear tree removal in large amounts at a very quick rate. These services are designed for commercial construction preparation before the padding of the land or construction site.

Municipal Services : eyewitness

In the court of law there are times you may need and expert in your field to prove or asses a neutral interpretation to information to help clarify issues many need to help the in their case. In the industry of arboriculture there are times in the court of law experts of both the environmental and city laws and requirements for trees. For those who many need an expert for your case, our arborist have the skills and training to help prove or disprove your lawsuit or claims.

ISA Arborist Commercial Consultation

For any commercial project that may need advise or council of an ISA certified arborist are available for business, commercial entities, and judicial services for tree care. These Services are vast and vary between areas of service. For more commercial arborist service please contact us for more information.

Have you considered how to protect your trees from construction damage? Construction is one of the leading causes of tree decline and death in city environments. The change in drainage, soil, compaction, available oxygen to roots etc... can be fatal for tree health and unless your trees are taken care of properly from the beginning of construction, it can be almost impossible to bring them back to a healthy state. If an ISA Certified Arborist is involved from the beginning, the chances of saving the surrounding trees are raised significantly higher. If construction has already begun or has already been completed, the ISA Certified Arborists at West University have a plan to increase the chance of your tree's survival! Call The West University Arborist at 281-786-0975 or schedule online for your Pre/Post construction consultation today.

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Deep Root Feeding

Top Soil Fertilization

Fertilization services are important for the well being of all plants and trees on a property site. Proper maintenance is key in bringing a inviting and healthy welcoming place of business or home property. Our West University Arborist business offers many types of fertilizing service, that are designed to produces results that will produce more leaves, flowers, deeper colors and increased property value! Top soil fertilization is designed to lightly spread fertilizer to the top portion of the soil to provide nutrients for shallow rooted plants like lawn turf, and gardens. For more information on our fertilizing options please contact us here for your evaluation.

Pellet Fertilization

There are many types of fertilization methods, some are in the form of liquid, other in a much soil form or in pellet form. This type of fertilizer is planted into the soil usually around 1 to 2 inches deep. This is a form of grid and top soil fertilization. This service is great for soil maintenance for shallow plants and lawn turf.

Deep root Feeding

Direct fertilizing injection deep into the soil which will reach deep rooted plants like trees, and shrubs. This service revitalizes macro life contents and nutrients that help boost the resources available for plant growth. This is the best way to provide trees with the best resources that can reach the trees roots with out being stolen from the shallow roots to smaller plants.

Hydro Fertilization spraying

This is a process of top soil fertilizing that is sprayed rather than using pellets or mulch, this process of fertilizing absorbs quickly in to the soil, and can see results in a faster time, this service also doesn't take long to perform.

On most occasions we have seen trees in our area suffer because important nutrients may not be available in the soil and can have an adverse effect on the overall health of your tree. In these cases, a Soil Sample can be taken from your yard to determine the amount of nutrients that are present. Once the Arborist receives these results, the proper planning for treatment can begin. Often times this treatment plan includes deep root feeding your tree. Deep Root Fertilizing/Feeding is the most effective way to administer important nutrients directly to your trees. The ISA Certified Arborist at West University Arborist will provide affordable tree care in Houston TX for every homeowner! Flooding and drought can cause serious long term nutrient problems for trees that may take years to replenish properly. Knock out these tree health issues in Houston and call West University Arborist today for an ISA Certified Arborist Consultation at 281-786-0975 or fill out the online contact form.

Tree Disease & Pest Control

Pine Beetle Prevention

You will not find a tree service in Houston TX that offers the quality of complete tree care than what we can offer you at West University Arborist. Soil injections, tree spraying, shrub spraying, Deep root feeding, trunk injections, micro-injections, micro-infusion and macro-infusion, all play a significant roll in tree care. While most companies only offer one method of treatment, the ISA certified Arborist at West University Arborist recognize that tree health care is bigger than one product. In some cases a single method may be all that is necessary, however, usually there are several forms of intervention that are required. Did you know that insects are most often a secondary symptom to a primary problem and not the primary issue? Consulting with a Professional ISA Certified Arborist at West University Arborist is your first step in providing your trees with the best and most affordable tree heath care possible.

We will meet with you and explain all of your options and costs up front. There is a fee to set up a consultation with one of our tree experts for tree health care only, but remember that by paying for your Arborist's time you take away any pressure to "make a sale". We are able to give all of the information you will need for all of your landscape and walk away knowing we did our job! After your consult, when you decide to have your Houston tree health care done by West University Arborist, we are happy to make ourselves available for further questions at any time because the health of your trees matters to us. We are Arborist NOT salesmen! Call West University Arborist at 281-786-0975 or fill out our online contact form.

Soil Sample & Analysis

Soil Sampling

Soil sampling or soil testing, is the process of taking several soil clumps from various points of the property, to determine what the nutrient content the soil is using or has in it. This testing will help the arborist involved to determine what the soil needs to support plant life or replenish nutrients that the soil lacks or is has a low content.

Soil Conditioning

Just like hair soil can dry out and stop retaining elements like water, air, and nutrients, having your soil treated with conditioners, it softens the density of the soil, allowing for more absorption and retention of nutrients. This is the perfect compliment for when having your property fertilized and maintenance.

Soil Alteration

Have you ever seen cracked, plated soil? Soil so dry that it has changed its texture and make up, this makes the dirt more clay-like which can not absorb water and air..choking any plants in the this harden soil. Using different techniques of basic tera-forming designed to change the make up, density and texture of the soil to provide more resources and start to support plant life.

Have you noticed that sometimes tree fertilizer is used, but shows no results? If the soil pH is not in the proper range a tree is not able to absorb and send vital nutrients to the rest of the tree. It is not unusual for a tree to die of malnutrition even though the surrounding soil has plenty of nutrients to go around. To properly treat a tree you have to begin with proper diagnosis. It is common practice to fertilize based on plant type while overlooking soil type, pH, and current nutrient levels. The best way to properly treat a tree is to first take a soil sample and send it to a lab for analysis. The ISA certified Arborist at West University Arborist do this on a regular basis! Our Arborist are among the most qualified to inspect your soil and provide a detailed treatment plan for you. Call Today at 281-786-0975 or fill out our online contact form.

Tree Doctor

Much like humans, sometimes trees require help too! Construction damage, tree diseases, flood, drought, tree pests and mechanical injuries can be harmful to trees when left unattended and an ISA Certified Arborist might be required. Not just any self proclaimed "Houston Tree Doctor" can do the job right. The practice of Arboriculture requires vast knowledge and understanding in Plant Nomeclature, Tree Biology, Physiology, Pruning, Removals, Safety, Plant Pathology, Pest Control and much more. Very few tree companies are able to provide the necessary knowledge and expertise to accurately diagnose your trees health issues. The Houston Arborist at West University Arborist have all of the knowledge that you need and are looking forward to spending quality time with you to help fully explain a necessary course of action. Call TODAY at 281-786-0975 or schedule online by filling out our online contact form.

Tree Planting

Have you ever had a fresh planted tree die without cause? The primary reason why new trees that are planted do not survive is because of improper planting. The second reason being insufficient watering. Contact West University Arborist to speak with one of our friendly and informative ISA Certified Arborist to help with your next planting project. Need help selecting a tree species that is well suited for your yard? We are happy to provide you with accurate information and will also provide assistance with the entire project from start to finish in a professional and painless process. Call West University Arborist today at 281-786-0975 or fill out our online contact form.

Tree Cabling or Tree Bracing

Are you afraid that an overgrown tree limb is going to fall on your home or vehicles, but removing it just isn't an option? Houston experiences extremely high winds during the hurricane season and some trees will fail due to a lack of support within the canopy of the tree. Call TODAY to secure the crown of your tree before hurricane season begins. We use the Cobra Cabling System that is non-invasive and is rated for 4-8 tons! Sleep easy at night knowing that your home, vehicles, family, and your life are safe. Call West University Arborist at 281-786-0975 or fill out our contact form today!

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