Business Details
14 Years
experience
Emergency
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Certified Tree Care Services in Boston Area
Northern Boston Tree Service was founded in 2012 by a group of highly skilled arborists committed to environmentally sustainable arboriculture. Our team combines decades of collective experience with formal education to deliver expert tree care focused on preservation and structural integrity. We specialize in technical tree pruning, hazardous tree removal, and urban forest management, utilizing modern equipment while adhering to industry standards set by organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture. Our certified arborists prioritize client collaboration, creating customized tree care plans that balance property needs with ecological responsibility.With advanced qualifications including ISA certifications and Massachusetts Arborist licensing, we serve communities north of Boston through both routine maintenance and emergency services. Our approach emphasizes long-term tree health, safety, and environmental stewardship, treating every property with the care we would our own. We maintain transparency throughout projects, conducting final walkthroughs to ensure complete client satisfaction before concluding work.
Services
Tree Pruning
Tree Removal
Structural Pruning
Urban Forest Management
Hazardous Tree Assessment
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We employ ISA-certified arborists with advanced qualifications in tree risk assessment and urban forestry
- Our team performs technical tree removals in confined spaces without heavy equipment
- We offer a total satisfaction guarantee with final walkthrough inspections
- Our arborists hold specialized certifications including Prescription Pruning Qualification and CTSP
- We maintain active memberships in professional organizations like TCIA and ISA
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
- Massachusetts Certified Arborist (MCA)
- Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA)
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- Massachusetts Arborists Association (MAA)
What people say
Great company
Excellent work
Professional and friendly
Saved our trees
Highly recommend
Services
Tree Pruning
Our systematic approach to tree pruning enhances structural integrity while maintaining natural beauty. Certified arborists evaluate each tree's condition to develop customized pruning plans that improve safety and longevity. This proactive maintenance reduces storm damage risks and promotes healthier growth patterns through strategic branch removal.
Tree Removal
We specialize in technical tree removals for hazardous or unsuitable trees. Our skilled climbers disassemble trees in confined spaces without heavy equipment, minimizing landscape impact. Emergency removal services address safety threats from dead or structurally unstable trees near structures.
Structural Pruning
This specialized pruning technique improves tree architecture to withstand environmental stresses. We focus on creating strong branch unions and removing weak growth patterns that could lead to future failures. Structural pruning extends tree lifespan while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Urban Forest Management
Our urban forestry services balance tree preservation with built environment requirements. We develop long-term management plans that maintain clearance requirements while promoting tree health. This includes risk assessment and maintenance scheduling for community tree populations.
Hazardous Tree Assessment
Certified arborists conduct comprehensive tree risk assessments using industry-standard protocols. We identify structural weaknesses, disease indicators, and environmental stress factors to determine appropriate mitigation strategies. This service helps property owners make informed decisions about tree preservation or removal.
People
Zachary App
Owner / Arborist
Massachusetts Certified Arborist with multiple ISA qualifications including Urban Forest Professional certification. Graduate of University of Massachusetts Amherst with 12+ years in green industry. Founded Northern Boston Tree Service in 2012 to promote environmentally responsible tree care practices.
Questions
What tree services do you offer?
We provide tree pruning, removal, structural pruning, hazardous tree assessment, and urban forest management services for residential and commercial properties.
Are your arborists certified?
Yes, our team includes ISA-certified arborists, Massachusetts Certified Arborists, and TCIA-certified safety professionals with specialized qualifications in tree risk assessment and pruning.
Do you handle emergency tree situations?
We offer emergency tree services for hazardous situations involving damaged or unstable trees that threaten property or safety.
What areas do you service?
We serve over 40 communities north of Boston including Arlington, Cambridge, Lexington, and Waltham.
How do you ensure quality work?
We conduct final walkthroughs with clients to ensure complete satisfaction and stand behind our work with a total satisfaction guarantee.
Can you help preserve historic trees?
Yes, our structural pruning techniques help preserve mature trees by improving their health and stability while maintaining their natural appearance.
