Sarasota Arborist: Professional Landscaping Services Serving Sarasota, FL 34233

With over 20 years of experience and ISA certification, I can accurately diagnose common local issues like lethal bronzing in palms or fungal diseases in oaks. My background in golf course management taught me to identify early symptoms of decay and pest infestation. For your trees, this means I can recommend a targeted plan—whether it's treatment to save a tree or responsible removal to prevent the spread to other plants on your property, all based on the specific conditions we face in Sarasota and Manatee County.

Absolutely. Root exposure in palms is a common issue here, often due to soil erosion or improper grade changes. As an arborist, my first step is to assess the health of the palm and the cause. We don't recommend simply burying exposed roots, as this can harm the tree. Instead, solutions may involve careful grading, adding a shallow layer of mulch, or in some cases, strategic transplanting to a more suitable location. The goal is to stabilize the tree's environment without compromising its health, which is crucial in our coastal soil conditions.

Yes, we provide full arboricultural consulting for tree removal permits, a service especially valuable for property developers, HOAs, and homeowners. The process involves me, as your ISA Certified Arborist, conducting a formal assessment of the tree in question. I document its condition, any hazards, or diseases that warrant removal according to local ordinances. I then prepare and submit the required professional report to the city or county on your behalf, streamlining what can be a complex process and ensuring all work is compliant with Sarasota's regulations to protect our urban canopy.