& Emergency Tree Services
Tree Care Tips & Arborist Advice for Pennsylvania & New Jersey
Practical guidance from Precision Tree Experts on tree removal, pruning, plant health, storm damage, hazardous trees and seasonal tree care.
Tree Care with Precision
Welcome to Tree Care with Precision, the official blog of Precision Tree Experts, where ISA-certified arborists share straight talk on everything from hazardous tree removals to the best time to trim that overgrown oak in your backyard.
This isn’t fluff. It’s expert guidance rooted in experience, built for homeowners and businesses in Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. If it grows, breaks, falls, or needs a crane, we’ve probably written about it.
Here you'll find:
Pro-level tips on pruning, plant healthcare, and storm prep
Safety-first strategies for dealing with dangerous trees
Seasonal checklists and expert recommendations
What to expect during emergency calls, removals, and more
Answers to the most common and costly tree care mistakes
Why Get Tree Care Advice from a Certified Arborist?
Trees are living structures, and problems are not always obvious from the ground.
An ISA Certified Arborist has specialized knowledge of tree biology, pruning, tree health, structural concerns, pests, diseases, and proper tree care practices.
Professional evaluation is particularly important when a tree is located near a home, driveway, road, utility line, commercial building, or another area where falling branches could cause injury or property damage.
Educational resources can help you recognize potential problems, but they cannot replace an on-site assessment when a tree may pose a safety risk.
Frequently Asked Tree Care Questions
Get straightforward answers from Precision Tree Experts about tree health, pruning, removal, storm damage, emergency service, and professional tree care.
When should I call an arborist?
Consider contacting an arborist when you notice dead or hanging branches, cracks, cavities, unusual leaning, declining foliage, fungal growth, pest activity, storm damage, or other significant changes in a tree. You can also consult an arborist before major pruning, construction near trees, or when you are unsure whether a tree should be removed.
How do I know if a tree needs to be removed?
Possible warning signs include significant structural damage, extensive decay, major dead sections, severe storm damage, root problems, or instability. However, the presence of one symptom does not automatically mean removal is necessary. A professional tree assessment can help determine the appropriate course of action.
How often should trees be trimmed?
There is no single pruning schedule that applies to every tree. The appropriate timing depends on the tree species, age, condition, location, growth rate, and reason for pruning. An arborist can recommend a pruning schedule based on the specific tree and property.
Can a dead tree fall?
Yes. As dead trees deteriorate, branches and structural components can weaken over time. A dead tree near people, buildings, vehicles, roads, or other property should be professionally evaluated.
What should I do if a tree is damaged during a storm?
Keep people away from the affected area and avoid approaching trees or branches that are touching utility lines. If the tree threatens a structure, roadway, utility line, or other occupied area, contact the appropriate emergency service or utility provider as needed and a qualified tree care professional for assessment and removal.
What is Plant Health Care?
Plant Health Care, often called PHC, is an approach to maintaining tree and landscape health through monitoring, diagnosis, preventive care, and targeted treatment when appropriate. It may address issues involving pests, diseases, soil conditions, nutrients, environmental stress, and overall tree health.
Why should I hire an ISA Certified Arborist?
ISA Certified Arborists have demonstrated knowledge in areas of professional arboriculture and must maintain their credential through continuing education and recertification requirements. Hiring a qualified arborist can help property owners make more informed decisions about pruning, tree health, risk concerns, and removal.
Do you provide emergency tree services?
Yes. Precision Tree Experts provides 24/7 emergency tree services for storm-damaged, fallen, and hazardous trees within its service area. For immediate assistance, call (484) 542-7700.
Do you serve both Pennsylvania and New Jersey?
Yes. Precision Tree Experts serves communities throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey, including Easton, Bethlehem, Allentown, Nazareth, Forks Township, Palmer Township, Hellertown, Phillipsburg, and surrounding areas.
Can I get an estimate for tree service?
Yes. You can request an evaluation and estimate from Precision Tree Experts for tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, plant health care, emergency tree services, and other professional tree care needs.