Frequently Asked Questions

An arborist consultation includes up to one full hour on-site with an ISA Board Certified Arborist evaluating tree health, structure, and stability. At The Tree Lady Company, we identify existing and potential risks, explain what your trees need, and help you make informed decisions focused on preservation rather than rushed removals.

Trees should be pruned on a 3–5 year professional cycle to promote healthy growth, improve structure, and increase storm resistance. At The Tree Lady Company, we follow ANSI A300 pruning standards to extend tree life and reduce the need for frequent emergency services, especially before Florida's storm season.

A tree risk assessment evaluates tree structure, defects, growth patterns, and surrounding targets to determine if a tree needs pruning, cabling, monitoring, or removal. At The Tree Lady Company, our TRAQ-qualified arborists help reduce liability by identifying hazards before failure occurs, especially before hurricane season in Winter Haven.

Structural pruning uses ANSI A300 standards to remove hazardous, weak, or poorly structured branches while improving stability and wind resistance. Unlike regular trimming, it avoids over-pruning that weakens trees and focuses on long-term health and proper structure rather than just aesthetics or size reduction.

Yes, cabling and bracing can significantly extend the life of a tree with structural defects like co-dominant stems or weak V-shaped branch unions. At The Tree Lady Company, we install professional-grade hardware to prevent splitting and allow problematic branches to be preserved, especially in species prone to failure like Tabebuia trees.

Root collar excavation removes excess soil and mulch from the tree base to expose the root flare, which improves oxygen flow and nutrient uptake. It corrects issues caused by mulch volcanoes and buried root collars, reducing decay and root rot that can weaken or kill the tree over time.

Structural pruning removes weak or poorly attached branches and improves overall tree stability and resistance to strong winds. At The Tree Lady Company, we use ANSI A300 standards to avoid over-pruning that weakens trees, preparing them to withstand Florida's storm season by enhancing structure before severe weather arrives.

The biggest mistake is over-pruning or creating mulch volcanoes, which weaken trees and increase risk. At The Tree Lady Company, we educate homeowners on proper pruning cycles and root care to avoid damage, promote healthy growth, and reduce the need for costly emergency services or premature removals.

Tree care should be scheduled well before hurricane season to improve structure, stability, and root health. At The Tree Lady Company in Winter Haven, we recommend arborist consultations and structural pruning during the cooler months so trees are prepared to handle Florida's heavy winds and severe weather events.

Tree preservation maintains property value, landscape aesthetics, shade, and environmental benefits while avoiding the cost and disruption of removal. At The Tree Lady Company, we combine pruning, monitoring, structural support, and root care to save mature or sentimental trees whenever possible, reducing future service calls and emergency work.

No, tree removal is recommended only when a tree poses an unavoidable safety risk or cannot be preserved. At The Tree Lady Company, we perform thorough arborist consultations and risk assessments first, offering alternatives like cabling, bracing, or structural pruning to extend tree life and keep properties safe.

Proper pruning removes dead, damaged, or crossing branches that trap moisture and harbor pests, improving airflow and sunlight penetration. At The Tree Lady Company, we use hand pruners for shrubs and follow ANSI standards for trees, promoting disease resistance and reducing desiccation for healthier, longer-lasting growth.