Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care Services
Almstead Tree Shrub & Lawn Care has been dedicated to preserving nature through expert arboricultural services since 1964. Founded as a family-owned business, we have grown to employ over 100 professionals while maintaining our commitment to integrity, customer satisfaction, and environmental stewardship. Our services span tree pruning, removal, plant health care, lawn maintenance, and organic solutions, supported by TCIA accreditation and ISA-certified arborists. With regional offices in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, we serve residential, commercial, and municipal clients across the tri-state area.Our approach combines traditional and organic methods, emphasizing soil health, pest management, and sustainable practices. We prioritize ongoing education for our team to implement industry advancements while maintaining personalized service. Our community involvement and focus on long-term landscape health reflect our belief that expert care ensures thriving ecosystems for future generations.
Services
Tree Pruning
Lawn Care
Plant Health Care
Organic Services
Tree Removal
Tick Control
Mulch Delivery
Soil Analysis
Tree Risk Assessment
Compost Services
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1964 with 60+ years of regional expertise
- TCIA-accredited company with ISA-certified arborists
- Comprehensive services from tree risk assessment to organic lawn care
- Four regional offices ensuring local knowledge and rapid response
- Ongoing staff training in the latest arboricultural techniques
Associations and certifications
- TCIA
- ISA
- NOFA
What people say
Timely and efficient
Highly knowledgeable arborists
Perfect service every time
Excellent crew professionalism
Complete satisfaction guaranteed
Services
Tree Pruning
Custom tree pruning maintains structural integrity and aesthetics while preventing disease. Our ISA-certified arborists use industry standards to enhance tree health, improve clearance, and reduce storm damage risks. Services include sanitation pruning, crown thinning, and structural training for both residential and commercial properties.
Organic Lawn Care
Our Pure Organic lawn program builds soil health through compost teas and natural fertilizers. This 100% organic approach creates resilient turf while improving microbial activity. Services include core aeration, overseeding, and OMRI-approved pest control to establish thick, self-sustaining lawns without synthetic chemicals.
Tree Risk Assessment
Professional tree risk assessments identify structural defects and potential hazards. Certified arborists examine trunk integrity, root stability, and environmental factors to determine failure probabilities. We provide detailed reports and mitigation recommendations for properties with mature trees near structures or high-traffic areas.
Tick Control
Tick prevention services use cedar oil sprays and habitat modification to reduce Lyme disease risks. Our licensed technicians target leaf litter areas and apply organic treatments that repel ticks while maintaining landscape safety for families and pets in endemic regions.
Soil Analysis
Comprehensive soil testing identifies nutrient deficiencies and compaction issues affecting plant health. We analyze microbial activity and pH levels to create customized fertilization plans that improve root development and enhance nutrient uptake for both turf and woody plants.
People
Kenneth Almstead
CEO
Kenneth Almstead co-leads the family business with 30+ years of arboricultural experience. He oversees operations while maintaining active ISA certification, ensuring technical excellence across all service lines.
Michael Almstead
VP
Michael Almstead manages regional offices as Vice President, combining hands-on tree care expertise with strategic leadership to maintain service quality across the tri-state area.
Questions
What tree services do you offer?
We provide pruning, removal, risk assessment, cabling, lightning protection, and transplanting services using certified arborists and specialized equipment.
Do you provide emergency tree services?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, our regular crews handle urgent tree hazards during business hours with prompt response times.
What lawn care programs are available?
We offer three lawn care options: Pure Organic, Organic-Based, and Traditional programs tailored to soil conditions and client preferences.
Are your technicians certified?
All field staff hold industry certifications including ISA arborist credentials, TCIA accreditations, and state licensing requirements.
Do you service commercial properties?
Yes, we maintain corporate campuses, golf courses, municipalities, and multi-family housing with customized plant health care programs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept checks and major credit cards for all services including mulch delivery, tree work, and ongoing maintenance contracts.
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