River Oaks ISA Certified Arborist Service
River Oaks of Houston TX | Tree care based on science
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In the Houston area, there are over 2000 arborists to choose from when searching for a quality tree service provider, especially in the River Oaks area. With so many options, it can be hard to choose, one that will not only treat you with professionalism, but who is also fair, and honest. As a member of the ArborTrue Corporation, we here at River Oaks Arborist, put our customer service first, and our quality speaks for itself as each year we have more and more return clients eager for our continued service. If you need help in getting your landscape to meet your expectations and ideals, then count on the one arborist that is the highest recommended provider in Texas River Oaks Arborist of ArborTrue.
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We pride our services in Tree health care and preservation and work our hardest to provide our clients with the best results in their landscaping care services. Our services cover from standard tree services like tree trimming, tree removal, stump removal, tree line cabling, land & lot clearing, & emergency tree removal. We also offer Arborist Services like; ISA arborist consultation, tree cataloging, tree inventorying, sick tree treatment, tree diagnosis, sick tree treatment, soil management, soil sampling, soil testing, soil alteration, soil conversion, tree disposition planning, tree disposition mapping, fertilization services, and city regulated tree services. Our services are designed to fit the budget of our clients and keep the quality and care that you would expect from a high priced rated service.
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Arborist Services:
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River Oaks Arborist Services
River Oaks of ArborTrue performs many different commercial tree services.
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Line Clearance
We provide the tree care industry with the most excellent climbing arborists one can find. We have a rigorous training and skills testing process that allows us only to accept the best. Our River Oaks Arborist division of ArborTrue can scale up for large projects on short notice and without sacrificing quality. All our line clearance climbers are QLCA certified, which means they have passed the Electrical Hazards Awareness Training test and coursework, demonstrated aerial rescue techniques, have on the job training, are CPR and First aid training, and receive annual continuing education to keep increasing the quality of our services. Additionally, we can provide personnel with OSHA 10 and 30 certifications. Our River Oaks Arborist service stands out as the most professional, efficient, and responsive company in the line clearance industry of tree service. From secondary lines to transmission lines, in cities or rural mountains, we have worked from coast to coast in the United States on the highest-profile tree projects ever conducted. |
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Tree Inspections
We provide a pre-inspection team that is second to none in River Oaks, TX. Our data entry is the most accurate and efficient anywhere and is the preferred HMI arborist. We provide utility owners and contractors with peace of mind with the quality and accuracy of each inspection. Using the latest GIS software, we accurately plot all work needed promptly. Our teams work to reduce liability to the utility owners all across the US. With climate change producing an opportunity for more fires and other utility-related accidents, it makes a difference having an expert in your corner. |
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Municipal and HOA Tree Services
Cities and Home Owner Associations have specific needs for their trees. Our team has handled trim projects that include entire major metropolitan areas, and we always finish on time or early. We are fast, clean, and professional. ArborTrue can provide top-notch ISA Certified Arborists as well as tree trimming and removal crews. We offer pre-storm agreements, so you don’t have to worry about your city or neighborhoods needing help with clean up after big storms. We have many different ways of structuring our pricing so that we can fit your needs. We carry all forms of commercial insurance to match any commercial project, be it trimming, removal, stump grinding, fertilization, planting, inspections, appraisals, and even expert witness testimony (click here). |
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Storm Clean-Up
River Oaks Arborist has efficient disaster response crews for those who need immediate services. We reply crews to hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, snowstorms, and more. Every one of these situations presents unique challenges for tree care. River Oaks Arborist has worked the biggest disasters in all of US history. From hurricane Katrina to Sandy, to California Wildfires, we’ve been at every one. If you don’t have River Oaks Arborist in your corner, you are missing out. |
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Insurance Claims
As a preferred vendor for multiple insurance companies, River Oaks Arborist is trained to generate comprehensive and detailed estimates tailored to the understanding of homeowners’ insurance companies. If you are an agent, a channel provider, or an underwriter, you can’t go wrong with River Oaks Arborist. Our customers love the work we do, how quickly we can respond, and how well we treat the insured. Our employees must submit to a full background check and drug testing. We only send qualified professionals. |
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Tree Appraisals
Appraising the value of trees can be a complicated process. River Oaks Arborists are well trained and experienced in the processes of tree and landscape appraisal. There are many situations where estimates are needed. We use the most highly respected methods to make sure your assessment is accurate and enforceable. Trees are more valuable than you may think. Contact us to find out more. |
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Tree Disposition Plans
Many municipalities require that a tree disposition plan be submitted as a part of the permitting process. A disposition plan usually consists of a tree survey that shows the trees plotted on a survey, an inventory which shows the trees numbered on a spreadsheet with condition ratings and species and sizes, and description of the mitigation efforts to take place. This can be a very confusing process for builders, architects, and homeowners. You will likely be required to hire an ISA Certified Arborist or Forester to have the plan created. The owners of ArborTrue helped author the tree protection legislation for Texas, so our ISA Certified Arborists will be able to help you navigate the process with ease and confidence. |
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Diseases To Watch Out For On Your Tree
Common Questions We come across
Question: When is it the best time of year to have my trees Trimmed & Pruned?
Answer: The General Consensus of this from most arborists in our field is, just before spring. However, tree trimming and pruning can be done at any time of year. We have found that trimming before spring has the best recovery to the next season.
Question: Will you "Top" our tree?
Answer: Unfortunately, no, we do not offer tree topping services. Tree Topping is a way of removing all of the foliage of a tree. This does more harm to the tree, and it can even, in some cases, kill a tree. All our Trimming services never exceed 30% of tree foliage removal.
Question: I have "white flakes" on the leaves of my tree?
Answer: If you see white dust-like substance on leaves of your plants, it is a secure sign you have a scale insect infestation. These insects can severely harm the health of your plants and trees and are difficult to get rid of. Contact your local arborist for proper treatment.
Question: Do you Remove Trees?
Answer: Yes! We can extract any tree and any size. We Always look for ways to save a tree, but there are times when tree removal is unavoidable, from client's needs, resources freeing, construction, dead, dying, even up to quarantine. We provide a wide range of tree removal services, call us anytime for any inquiries.
Answer: The General Consensus of this from most arborists in our field is, just before spring. However, tree trimming and pruning can be done at any time of year. We have found that trimming before spring has the best recovery to the next season.
Question: Will you "Top" our tree?
Answer: Unfortunately, no, we do not offer tree topping services. Tree Topping is a way of removing all of the foliage of a tree. This does more harm to the tree, and it can even, in some cases, kill a tree. All our Trimming services never exceed 30% of tree foliage removal.
Question: I have "white flakes" on the leaves of my tree?
Answer: If you see white dust-like substance on leaves of your plants, it is a secure sign you have a scale insect infestation. These insects can severely harm the health of your plants and trees and are difficult to get rid of. Contact your local arborist for proper treatment.
Question: Do you Remove Trees?
Answer: Yes! We can extract any tree and any size. We Always look for ways to save a tree, but there are times when tree removal is unavoidable, from client's needs, resources freeing, construction, dead, dying, even up to quarantine. We provide a wide range of tree removal services, call us anytime for any inquiries.
Pine Bark Beetle Treatment in The River Oaks Community
River Oaks Arborist offers our customers the most effective methods for managing Pine Bark Beetles in Houston. Our Drill, Plug, Inject method is more effective than any other method available! Pine Bark Beetles are known to attack pine trees and colonize rapidly aggressively. By the time you notice that your pine tree has a Pine Bark Beetle infestation in River Oaks, it could be too late! Stay vigilant for signs of beetle activity by reading our "Do I Have A Pine Bark Beetle Infestation?" section at the bottom of this page and call one of our certified Houston Arborists at River Oaks Arborist if any activity is apparent. Even though Pine Bark Beetles are the size of a grain of rice, from the moment of infestation, it can take as little as 14 days for a Pine tree to die. This page will have all of the information you need to learn more about Pine Bark Beetles in Houston, TX. Scroll down for more details!
Call River Oaks Arborist and talk to an expert about
Pine Bark Beetles in your area!
Pine Bark Beetles in your area!
What is a Pine Bark Beetle?
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The Pine Bark Beetle is a small insect that is known for its brutal attacks on pine trees in large groups. They are attracted to trees that are experiencing high amounts of stress due to drought, flooding, neglect, etc. The Pine Bark Beetle is approximately the size of a grain of rice and bores a small hole through the bark and into the vascular layers of the pine tree. These layers allow the flow of nutrients from the root system to the canopy of the tree (like our veins and arteries). Although small, the Pine Bark Beetle attacks the tree in large numbers so that the number of boreholes in the pine tree can reach up to the thousands. Ultimately the vascular layer of the tree is disrupted to the point that essential nutrients are no longer able to reach the tree's foliage, and the tree dies. This can take as little as 14 days from the time the Pine Bark Beetle enters the tree. By the time you notice the infestation, it may have already been ten days or more.
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How Do River Oaks Arborist Manage These Pests?
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A small plug called an ArborPlug is directly inserted into a drill hole around the base of the tree. A specialized needle is then inserted into the Arborplug, and formulation is injected into the vascular system of the tree. The wording is then dispersed throughout the trunk, branches, and leaf tissue. The ArborPlug keeps the injected formulation inside the tree, protects the drill hole, and remains inside the tree without causing any adverse effects. The tree begins to fight off the infestation from the inside-out and, in time, grows right over the plug. Pine Bark Beetles will generally attack the closest pine tree after they are finished with the original tree. It is essential to talk with your Arborist about performing this procedure on the neighboring trees to decrease the chance of a beetle infestation spreading.
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Why is This Method Beneficial?
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We believe this method could be an excellent cure for Pine Bark Beetles if applied at the right time. After the procedure, there are no chemicals that are left in the yard or air, so it is safe for your children and your pets. The treatment is highly effective and supported by proven university trials along with all of our customers who chose River Oaks Arborist to help with their Pine Bark Beetle infestation. The product used last for two years, and its long-lasting effects will ensure the safety of your trees from unwanted pests for the following years.
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What Method Does NOT Work?
Spraying the Trees: Spraying a tree is only effective for pests that come in contact with the insecticide. Pine Bark Beetles are embedded beneath the bark of the tree, so spraying would not be very helpful. Spraying will also kill desirable insects nearby, such as butterflies, honey bees, ladybugs, and others. Spraying insecticides is not legal near waterways and is toxic to native fish. It can also be exceedingly messy and will wash off during periods of rain.
What Does it Cost?
The cost to treat for Pine Bark Beetles is based on the amount of product used, trunk diameter, and labor for application. Contact River Oaks Arborist today to schedule your consultation by calling (281) 836-0301 or you can fill out our online contact form.
Do I Have A Pine Bark Beetle Infestation?
We advise homeowners to consider preventative measures by
identifying the causes for a Pine Bark Beetle attack and recognizing the symptoms of beetle activity.
identifying the causes for a Pine Bark Beetle attack and recognizing the symptoms of beetle activity.
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Prevention is vital when it comes to Houston Pine Bark beetles. There are a few precautionary measures that you can take to prevent beetle infestation, and we want to share them with you!
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Specializing in full service tree care for more than 15 years, River Oaks Arborist is always the first name that comes to mind for homeowners across Houston, TX. Contact us today at 281-836-0301 for our professional tree services in Houston including preventative measures to fight Pine Bark beetle attacks. You can also fill out our online contact form and let us know what you are looking for. We will be there to assist you and your sick tree in Houston.