15 Native Hudson Valley Trees You Can Plant in Your Yard

While most of our content is about removing and maintaining trees, sometimes people ask about what they could put in their place. You should always research the specific conditions of your property, including the sun it gets, the soil, and… Read more »
What Kingston Homeowners Need to Know About the Proposed Tree Preservation Ordinance

Since March of 2025, a new City of Kingston tree removal ordinance has been moving forward, foretelling major changes in how tree removal will be regulated. While the new Tree Preservation Ordinance isn’t law yet, it’s worth understanding now, especially… Read more »
Tree Removal Near Esopus Creek in 2025: What Actually Requires a DEC Permit?

With New York State’s new wetland rules now in effect, many homeowners near Esopus Creek are unsure if they need permits for tree removal. It’s estimated that a couple thousand local homeowners live within a quarter mile radius of the… Read more »
What Customers Say About Expert Tree Service

For the last four years, we’ve been requesting reviews for our business on our Google Business profile. We’ve only gotten five-star reviews, and today, we’re going to share the results of doing some sentiment analysis and looking for common themes… Read more »
When is it too late to save a tree?

If your tree looks sick, bare, or damaged, you might be wondering: can it be saved? Or is it time to let it go? Here in the Hudson Valley, especially in towns like Kingston, New Paltz, and Rhinebeck, we see… Read more »
A History of Tree Disease in the Hudson Valley

Healthy trees, with the right mix of soil, sun, water and fertilizer can last a very long time. However, a combinations of not-ideal conditions and the intrusion of invasive species and emergent diseases can rip through otherwise healthy trees in… Read more »
A Hudson Valley Breakdown of Forests, Development and Tree Risks

As a tree removal and trimming company that serves the Mid-Hudson Valley, we are deeply attuned to the long-term arboreal trends of our region. One of the best meta sources for information on these trends is called i-Tree Landscape, which… Read more »
Wallkill Valley Tree Care: Specific Insights About Esopus, Lloyd, Marlborough, New Paltz and More

The Wallkill Valley region is a subset of the Hudson Valley; for us in Ulster County, it is bordered by the Shawangunk Ridge to the West and the Marlboro Mountains to the east. There are some specific features of the… Read more »
Are Holes In Your Tree Bad? Tree Cavities and What they Mean

Tree cavities are holes are a fairly common occurrence in the Hudson Valley, leaving many homeowners to wonder if they pose a risk to their tree’s long-term health. Sometimes, a cavity can be a major warning sign of structural issues,… Read more »
When should you cut your own tree down?

One of the important dividing lines in our line of work as Hudson Valley tree removal experts is the DIY route vs. professional route for homeowners and business owners. There are scenarios where it’s possible to “do it yourself,” and… Read more »