Tree Maintenance

A holistic IPM program designed to detect, prevent and mitigate pest and disease threats through ongoing monitoring and targeted interventions.

Threshold Monitoring: Scheduled inspections to identify early signs of infestation or disease before symptoms become severe.
Biological Control: Release and habitat enhancement for natural predators such as lacewings and lady beetles.
Chemical Treatments: Precision trunk injections and foliar sprays (e.g., phosphite for Phytophthora) applied only when thresholds are exceeded.
Sanitation Protocols: Tool and equipment disinfection between sites to prevent cross‑contamination of pathogens.

Strategic pruning that shapes young trees for future strength and maintains the structural integrity of mature specimens.

Formative Pruning (1–15 yrs): Remove co‑dominant stems and defective branches to establish a single strong leader.
Mature Tree Maintenance: Targeted removal of dead, diseased or rubbing limbs to reduce failure risk.
Multi‑Stage Reductions: Large limb size managed over successive visits to minimise stress.
Branch Collar Preservation: Natural target cuts placed outside the branch collar to promote effective wound closure.

Enhance canopy health, light penetration and safety by selectively reducing branch density and height.

Crown Thinning: Remove 15–25% of tertiary branches to improve airflow and reduce wind sail.
Crown Reduction: Shorten leaders back to laterals ≥1/3 parent diameter in staged sessions.
Three‑Cut Technique: Prevent bark tearing on limbs >100 mm diameter.
Aftercare Inspection: Follow‑up visits to assess regrowth and address epicormic shoots

Root‑zone enhancement services that improve soil structure, nutrient availability and moisture retention.

Soil Diagnostics: Laboratory testing for pH, nutrient levels and compaction profiling.
Vertical Mulching: Organic compost trenches to stimulate new fine-root growth.
Targeted Fertilisation: Slow‑release organics tailored to test results, applied according to seasonal growth cycles.

Comprehensive risk assessments and mitigation strategies to reduce tree‑related hazards on properties.

Level 1 Visual Inspections: Identify visible defects, cavities and structural weaknesses.
Detailed Risk Rating: Assign likelihood and consequence scores to prioritise interventions.
Hazard Pruning: Remove or secure high‑risk limbs and widow makers over occupied spaces.
Support Systems: Install cabling, bracing or propping to reinforce weak unions.
Crane‑Assisted Removals: Deploy crane support for safe dismantling of large, dangerous, or limited-access trees.

In‑depth analysis combining field evaluation with laboratory data to inform management decisions.

Sample Collection: Tissue and soil sampling protocols for Phytophthora and nutrient assays.
Report Generation: Customised Health, Risk and Preservation Plans with annotated photos and maps.
Non‑Destructive Testing: Resistograph or sonic tomography options (upon request).

Swift mobilisation of crews to secure and clear storm‑impacted trees, minimising risk to people and property.

Rapid Mobilisation: Aim to deploy crews within 1–2 hours of notification, resources permitting.
Make‑Safe Operations: Controlled limb lowering using rigging or aerial lifts.
Debris Management: On‑site chipping or removal and safe disposal of storm debris.
Client Communication: Post‑response summary outlining work completed and recommendations.