Preserving our Upstate Trees Serving the Southeast
Certified Arborists in the Upstate, SC

Arboricultural & Consulting Services

Builders, Contractors, Developers, Engineers, Farmers, Golf Courses, Homeowners, Insurance Adjusters, Landscape Architects, Landscapers, Planners, Property Managers & Tree Services

Our Specialties

Consultation

	We get several calls from fed up owners who have spent hundreds, if not thousands of dollars, on services that did not deliver.  Trying to save a few bucks on “free consultation,” they end up giving the farm away.  Before you throw money at the problem, it makes sense to find the source of the problem from a competent and ethical authority. Allow us to give you our professional opinion, and save you a whole lot of time, worry and expense.	“Randy is skilled, tells it like it is & is honest enough to tell you which trees are worth investing in. We wholeheartedly endorse Greentree.” John Auger Simpsonville,SC

Hazard Evaluation

	Abnormal Growths, Bark Discoloration, Cavities, Cracks, Crossovers, Deadwood, Excessive Sprouting, Forked Trunks, Hangers, Lean, Mushrooms, Rot, Soil Raising & Vines Are your trees safe? Let us inspect your trees and present you with a clean bill of safety. Unlike any other tree service in the Upstate, our consulting arborists not only possess the training and proven experience to identify defects and potential hazards, but if your trees require pruning or removal, we’ll refer you to reputable tree services to do the work.	“We really appreciate you advising us & possibly saving us a lot of problems, expense & perhaps injury (you went above & beyond anything we could ask).” Jerry & Barbara Brockman Greenville,SC

Diagnosis & Treatment

	Bark Discoloration, Bleeding, Deadwood, Deformed Leaves, Foul Odor, Leaf Browning, Leaf Wilting, Mushrooms, Reduced Nut Harvest, Sawdust, Thinning Top & Yellow-green Leaves The symptoms that arouse an owner’s concern are often secondary, while the real culprit may lie hidden, requiring us to dig up the root collar, test the soil, sound for decay and/or retrieve crown samples. A few cultural changes may be all that your trees need. Should treatment be necessary, we will continue to monitor your trees until they respond favorably.	“A great deal of your treatments have been very successful, with dramatic results on many of the trees you have treated.” Michael Remion SC Forest Health Director (former) Little Mountain, SC

Root Collar Inspection & Degirdling

	Burlap, Compacted Soil, Circling Roots, Girdling Roots, Guy Lines, Hardscape, Mushrooms, Nylon Straps, Planting Berms, Volcano Mulching and Wire Baskets. Millions of trees will die in the Upstate this year due to girdling. Though few yards are spared, this scourge goes on mostly unchecked. Girdling can often be traced back to improper planting. It can be a daunting task to dig through compacted, root-riddled soil years later. Allow us, using our supersonic air tools, to safely unearth girdling roots & landscape materials, so that we can skillfully remove what has been choking the life out of your trees.	“Randy did an excellent job treating our diseased dogwoods. Greentree was prompt, efficient, courteous & priced reasonably.” Joe & JoAnn Thorpe Taylors, SC

Root Zone Therapy

	Diagnosis, Soil Testing, Soil Decompaction, Root Pruning, Root Barriers, Soil Amending, Fertilizing, Mulching, Watering, Cultural Recommendations & Monitoring Most tree problems observed above ground originate below ground in the area we call the root zone. Soil compaction is the #1 killer of our urban trees! Our Root Zone Therapy corrects many of these problems in a proven, cost-effective way. We will only treat stable trees that will respond to known treatments. After our initial treatment, we provide indispensable cultural recommendations and up to 3 years of monitoring.	“To determine why my trees were dying, Randy checked my soil & then treated my trees. During the process Randy checked on my trees periodically. Today my trees look beautiful again.” Gloria Gaughf Greer, SC

Preservation During Development

	Construction, Excavation, Grade Changes, Paving, Retaining Walls, Topsoil Stripping, Tree Wells, Trenching, Tunneling, Watering Pattern Changes & Vehicle Traffic Before you allow any soil disturbance within the dripline of your trees - especially excavation, grade changes and paving - allow us to assess the impact of such activity, and propose the best course of action to minimize injury to your valued trees. “An once of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”	“The 200 year-old white oak is the centerpiece for our landscape. Toni & I can’t thank you enough for saving it from construction shock.” Bob & Toni Corby Taylors, SC

Presale Inspection

	When you buy a home you also purchase the land it sits on. While home and pest inspectors inspect the house, who that is qualified inspects the trees? It’s nothing for a seller to pass on to the buyer thousands of dollars of overdue tree work. Before you close, have us inspect your trees for health and stability. There will be enough unanticipated moving expenses without having to shell out a boatload of money once you’ve moved in.	“All the customers we’ve referred to Greentree have been extremely happy with the work they’ve done.” Andy Lyda Mauldin, SC

Inventory/Survey

	Businesses, Churches, Daycare Centers, Easements, Estates, Golf Courses, Homes, Hospitals, Lodges, Malls, Municipalities, Parks, Recreation Areas & Schools Whether you’ve just purchased property, are responsible for grounds upkeep, anticipate land development and/or wish to comply with local tree ordinances, an inventory – which identifies species, size, health and structural soundness – is the first step towards implementing a responsible and cost-effective program for maintaining your trees.	“Randy’s done work for us on several occasions. His work is excellent & the manner in which he performs it. I highly recommend him for projects which require his expertise.” Robert M. McGinn, Jr. Travelers Rest, SC

Appraisal

	Condemnation, Construction-related Injuries, Easements, Eminent Domain, Fire, Insurance Claims, Vehicle Damage, Storm Damage, Unauthorized Removal & Vandalism If your trees have been (or will be) injured, killed or removed through the negligence or willful act of others, you have the right to be compensated for your loss. Our consulting arborists have the training and experience to place monetary value on trees and shrubs in a credible and acceptable manner.	“Thank you for your timely appraisal of my trees. Everything was in order & professionally done. The write up was impressive & will be effective to use.” Dick Singleton Pickens, SC

Report Writing & Expert Witness

	Accident Investigation, Appraisals, Easements, Eminent Domain, Impact Assessment, Insurance Claims, Personal Injury, Recreational Land Use, Specifications, Trespass & Vandalism For clients requiring more than our initial verbal consultation, we are able to put our findings in writing; ranging from a form report to a formal report (IAW ASCA guidelines), and if need be, represent our clients in Conflict Resolution, Mediation, Depositions and Court.	“We won the case. The expert testimonies from you guys certainly helped my case. Thank you for your help. I do appreciate it.” Lane Evans Hendersonville, NC

Lightning Protection Systems

	Clubhouse Trees, Heritage Trees, Historic Trees, Isolated Trees, Landmark Trees, Playground Trees, Tallest Trees, Trees near Structures, Trees near Water & Trees on Hills With a crack like a bullwhip, your gorgeous shade tree could be gone. While half may survive the initial strike, wounded trees go on to struggle for years. Not only can lightning kill or wound your stately tree, but side-flash can enter your home, take out appliances, burn down your house and injure loved ones. Have us identify vulnerable trees and provide you with the security that comes from a properly-installed ANSI A300 Lightning Protection System. “Beware of the oak; it draws the stroke!”	“Since you’ve installed lightning protection in our trees we haven’t had lightning hit our house.” Harry Forehand Taylors, SC

Our Full Range of Services

Arboricultural Services:

1. Risk Management

....A. Root Collar Inspection

.......(1) Pneumatic Tool

.......(2) De-girdling

....B. Hazard Abatement

.......(1) Cable Support

.......(2) Bracing

.......(3) Engineered Support Systems

2. Pest Management

.....A. Insect Disease Control

.....B. Root Collar Inspection

3. Preservation during Development

.....A. Rootzone Therapy

.....B. Root Pruning

.....C. Root Barrier Installation

4. Specialty Tree Installation

5. Rehabilitative Pruning

6. New Wound Rehabilitation

7. Lightning Protection Systems

 

Consulting Services:

1. Risk Management

.....A. Hazard Evaluation

.......(1) Ground Inspection

.......(2) Aerial Inspection

.......(3) Wood Decay Analysis(Trunk, Limbs and/or Roots)

.......(4) Root Collar Inspection

2. Pest Management

.....A. Diagnosis

3. Greentree Programs

.....A. Tree Health & Safety

4. Presale Inspection

.... A. Tree Health & Safety

5. Preservation during Development

.....A. Evaluation of Existing Trees

.....B. Site Planning Coordination with Design Team

.....C. Construction Phase Monitoring of Tree Health

.....D. Post-construction Tree Health Follow-up

6. Tree & Woody Plant Appraisal

7. Tree & Woody Plant Inventory

8. Tree & Woody Plant Selection

.....A. Pre-installation

.....B. Pre-land Clearing (Development)

9. Report Writing & Expert Witness

10. Arborist Training

 

 

 

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