Houston ISA Arborist | The Arborist of Houston

Hiring an ISA certified Arborist is one of the best things you can do, in taking proper steps on having tree care service. Our Houston TX based tree service utilizes the newest and OSHA approved techniques and safety in the way we approach our tree care service.

Our Houston local arborist service, is the preferred HMI tree service provider in the state of Texas. Our Service areas reach nation wide as we provide science based tree care that provide amazing results. We use the newest and latest techniques to determine exact problems that are causing poor plant growth and tree diseases.

ISA Arborist Services

Municipal and HOA Arborist 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. Wee offer pre-storm agreements, so you don’t have to worry about your city or neighborhood 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).

Tree Appraisals

​​Appraising the value of trees can be a complicated process. ArborTrue 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.

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.

HMI Insurance Claims

​​As a preferred vendor for multiple insurance companies, ArborTrue is trained to generate comprehensive and detailed estimates tailored to the understanding of homeowner's insurance companies. If you are an agent, a channel provider, or an underwriter, you can't go wrong with ArborTrue. 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.

Tree Inspections

​​Our pre-inspection team is second to none. Our data entry is accurate and efficient. We provide utility owners and contractors with peace of mind. 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.

Tree & Power 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. ArborTrue can scale up for large projects on short notice and without sacrificing quality. All of 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. Additionally, we can provide personnel with OSHA 10 and 30 certifications. ArborTrue stands out as the most professional, efficient, and responsive company in the line clearance industry. 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.

24 hour Emergency Clean Up | ​Storm Clean-Up

​​ArborTrue has efficient disaster response crews. We reply crews to hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, earthquakes, snowstorms, and more. Every one of these situations presents unique challenges for tree care. ArborTrue has worked the biggest disasters in all of US history. From hurricane Katrina to California Wildfires, we’ve been at every one. If you don’t have ArborTrue in your corner, you are missing out.

LEGAL Expert Witness

​​When you need an expert witness, you need the best forensic arborists in your corner. ArborTrue has Board Certified Master Arborists who can identify causal agents, appraise the damage to trees and landscapes, write comprehensive reports, testify in court, and analyze existing environmental and engineering reports. We are always up to date with OSHA and ANSI requirements.
Whether you are a plaintiff or a defendant, we have the most observant tree experts who can defend you against baseless claims or help you recover damages. Lawsuits are ranging from industrial accidents, economic damage, car and tree collisions, herbicide damage to trees, vandalism, negligence, and fatalities. We have assisted some of the best attorneys in the country every step of the way, including depositions.

Pine Bark Beetle Treatment in Houston, TX

​​The Arborist of Houston offers our clients the most effective methods for managing Pine Bark Beetles in Houston. Our proprietary system for tree trunk injections is unlike any other. The Drill, Plug, Inject method is more effective than any other method available! Pine Bark Beetles are known to attack pine trees aggressively, and they colonize quickly. By the time you notice that your pine tree has beetle activity, it could be too late! Stay vigilant for signs of beetle activity and call a certified Houston 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!

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What is a Pine Bark Beetle?

​​The Pine Bark Beetle is a small insect that is known for its massive attacks on pine trees. 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 roots 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 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.

How Do The Arborist of Houston Manage These Pests?

​​A small plug called an ArborPlug is directly inserted into a drill hole around the base of the tree. A specialized needle is inserted into the Arborplug, and the formula is injected into the vascular system of the tree. The formula 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. 

Why is This Method Beneficial?

​​Once applied, 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 clients who chose The Arborist of Houston 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. 

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 deep inside the tree, so spraying would not be beneficial. Spraying will also kill desirable insects 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?

​Application cost is dependent upon the amount of product used, trunk diameter, and labor for application. Contact The Arborist of Houston today to schedule your consultation by calling 281-786-4402 or you can fill out our online contact form.

We advise homeowners to consider preventative measures by identifying the causes for a Pine Bark Beetle attack. 

Prevention is critical when it comes to Houston Pine Bark beetles. There are a few precautionary measures that you can take to prevent beetle entry and infestation, and we want to share them with you!

• ​​Act diligently before the active season for Pine Bark beetles begins! The peak season for beetle activity is from March to October. However, they can remain active throughout winter. ​
• Homeowners that have pine trees need to keep a close eye out for browning needles or needles, turning a rusty red color.
• When a tree becomes stressed, it will produce a higher quantity of Pinecones. This is a symptom that you must not overlook. 
• If a fine granular or fuzzy like sawdust appears at the base of your tree, you MUST call us immediately!
• When pitch tubes appear, they resemble small crawfish mounds protruding from the trunk of your tree. Once pitch tubes are present, it may be too late to save your tree at this point, so call us immediately. (See picture provided as an example of a pitch tube)

Specializing in full-service tree care for more than 20 years, The Arborist of Houston is always the first name that comes to mind for homeowners across Houston, TX. Contact us today at 281-786-4402 for our affordable 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.