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Tree Case Management specializes in tree root and infrastructure damage. We have been involved specifically with tree root and infrastructure damage over the last two decades and have a wealth of experience in root pruning and tree retention. Our goal is to preserve the tree, if at all possible, while repairing, or replacing, the damaged infrastructure (sidewalks, driveways, house foundations, swimming pools, gates, etc.).

Plant Health Care is an emerging landscape management tool that uses a pro-active and holistic approach to managing tree and shrub health. The goal is to obtain and maintain a healthy growing environment. The results are healthier plants and better aesthetics. Techniques have been developed to help change the ‘crisis management’ approach to landscape management.

It is essential that in order to have a well-developed healthy tree, it must have well developed healthy roots. There should be five to seven large roots radiating out from the trunk. If a tree has less than 5 lateral roots or any root defects, the tree can exhibit poor growth, disease and pest susceptibility, and a shortened life span. Trees with girdling roots tend to decline over a 5 – 10 year period. To avoid girdling root problems when purchasing trees, check the root systems before planting and only accept trees with well-distributed root systems that are without kinked or circling roots.

Prior to root pruning, one must first decide whether or not the tree is worth risking the effects of root cutting. During and after the examination of the tree's health and vigor, structure, shape, and balance, the information should be documented. Some trees will survive root pruning without any additional care while others will die within due time. The wisdom lies in determining the vigor and stored carbohydrate level of those trees that have the potential for surviving the root pruning but will need follow-up care to do it.