AFFORDABLE TREE REMOVAL SERVICE IN Morristown, NJ

What Are the Most Common Tree Issues in Morristown?

Morristown has a variety of beautiful trees. We experience all four seasons vividly with drastic changes in both foliage and weather. Our summers don’t get too hot, although the winters can get pretty intense. These temperatures allow for a lot of variety in our trees. Some of the most common tree species in Morristown are:

• Silver Maple
• Scarlet Oak
• Jersey Pine
• River Birch
• Hazel Alder
• Tulip Tree
• Silver Bell
• Flowering Dogwood
• Juniper
• Ash

Morristown has many species of both flowering, nonflowering, and deciduous trees but they don’t stay lovely for long without the appropriate care. Weather, disease, pests, and pollution can affect the health of a tree. Here are some of the most common tree issues in Morristown.

Seiridium Canker

Seiridium Canker is brought about by drought. It usually affects Jersey pine and Junipers. It’s a fungus that strikes the vascular system of a tree. It spreads swiftly and can be devastating to trees that are planted in a row or cluster. Signs include patches of dead branches and leaves, and swollen areas where sap oozes out.

Emerald Ash Borer

The Emerald Ash Borer is a destructive beetle. Its larva stops the tree’s ability to carry water and nutrients through its system. The Emerald Ash Borer has been the perpetrator in the destruction of many trees throughout the Northern NJ area in recent years and is projected to continue because of its invasive nature.

Lack of Nutrients

Another common Morristown tree issue is a lack of appropriate nutrition. Trees are just like any living thing in that they need nutrients to live. People like to keep their yards neat and tidy, and in the process harm their trees. In the forest, trees get their nutrients from decomposing leaves. If they all get raked up, it’s hard for the tree to get proper nutrients.

Compacted Soil

After a few years of play, backyard BBQs, and weekend campouts, the soil gets compacted. Very compacted soil restricts root growth and damages the trees’ foundation. 

Powdery Mildew    

Powdery Mildew manifests as white-powdery spots on tree leaves and foliage. It’s a fungal disease that leads to the death of the tree if not removed from the contagion. It can easily spread through insect infestations and weather situations like rain and wind. Symptoms include powdery white spots on leaves, stems, and fruit, yellow and brown wilted discolorations on leaves, stems, and small branches, and dried leaves, broken, and disfigured twigs and leaves.

Shot Hole Borer Beetle

The polyphagous shot hole borer beetle drills into trees and makes cubicles where it eats and lays eggs. This activity stops the flow of water and nutrients. The polyphagous shot hole borer is especially damaging because it deposits a pathogenic fungus as it moves through the tree that kills quickly.

Does the City of Morristown Provide Any Assistance in Tree Removal Problems?

Morristown does not provide any assistance for a felled tree in most circumstances. There is a program to help the elderly and disable with tree removal, but in most private property tree situations, the county doesn’t provide any assistance. Morristown requires citizens to obtain a tree cutting permit if the tree is over 5 inches in diameter before any work is done. 

Who Is Responsible For Fallen Tree Removal in Morristown?

Morristown does not assist citizens in the removal of felled trees. As a rule, if the tree is on private property, it is the property owner’s responsibility to take care of it. There are several programs in town to help the elderly and needy in some instances.

If you spot a felled tree on public property, contact the city of Morristown.  

If you’re a homeowner?

Just like in most towns and cities across the country, homeowners are responsible for everything on their property, including the trees. If one falls down, they must file a claim with their insurance or do the cleanup and repair themselves. 

If you’re a renter?

Renting isn’t always the easiest way to go, but when it comes to fallen trees, it definitely pays off. Renters aren’t responsible for home repairs or any acts of God like a tree falling during a storm. In some rent-to-own situations, a renter could be responsible for a felled tree. In instances like that, renters insurance should cover the tab.

If you’re a landlord?

When the landlord also owns the property, they are responsible for a felled tree and its expenses. If the landlord is simply a 9 to 5 person who makes sure rent is collected, they may not be the one financially responsible. 

If you’re a neighbor?

Neighbors are not liable for cleanup and repair of a tree, but neither is the city. If you have a problem with the responsibility of a felled tree, you’ll have to take it to court. Morristown has no legal authority in such matters. 

How Does the Soil Affect Trees in Morristown?

The state soil of New Jersey is called Downer, and a lot of Morristown is constituted of it. Downer soils drain well and promote growth for a variety of trees in New Jersey. They are not excessively sandy or rocky and are idyllic for all types of agriculture. The soil affects the trees in positive ways such as promoting good health, rapid growth, and long life.

Does Weather Affect Tree Health in Morristown?

Morristown has wonderful weather all year round. The winters are cold, but not frigid, and the summers get just hot enough to let you know it’s that time of year. That isn’t to say it’s perfect. We do see some natural disasters, such as hurricanes and tornadoes intermittently, which can be harmful to the tree population. 

What If Dead Trees Are Near Power Lines in Morristown?

Dead trees are dangerous. When they are near a power line, they are a significant threat to anything in the near vicinity. Regular trimming and pruning can prevent the issue from becoming worse. Any debris from a tree that’s fallen on a power line is the responsibility of the property owner. Morristown performs pruning of trees that hang over power lines when they become a public threat. If you are particular about how your trees are trimmed, you should call us to do it before the city does.

How Much Does Tree Removal Usually Cost in Morristown?

Tree removal costs are relative to specific factors of the job, but most removals cost between $300 and $1,900 in Morristown. All tree jobs are not the same and those varying factors have a major impact on cost. Here are a few things that can radically reduce or increase the price of your tree removal job.

Health of the Tree

A decaying tree is easy to cut down. A healthy tree, on the other hand, can cost more. If you have a dead tree, the limbs will be easier to cut and chip. Other health factors play a part too. Diseased trees can cost more if many have to be taken out to stop a contagion, for instance.

Dimensions and Class of the Tree

Oak is a very hard wood, as is Sequoia. Hardwood is also harder to cut down. It can take a few chainsaw blades and more than one of our timber cutters. Softer woods like pines and cedars are easier to cut. Prices will reflect the species and size of the trees you want to cut down.  

Location

Trees in tricky positions or locations are harder for our specialists to cut down than those standing in the middle of your yard. Trees that are severely leaning are another expensive job. It takes special equipment and several laborers to cut a leaning tree and not hit a home or a structure. 

Timing

One way timing plays a part in tree removal costs is emergency services. Anytime you need our professionals’ help after regular business hours, it is going to cost more. The expense of keeping our arborists and other employees on-call is passed on to you, but it’s a service that seems like a godsend when a tree falls into your kitchen window at 3 a.m.