Frequently Asked Questions
My yard in Fairfax has standing water after rain. Can landscaping help fix this?
Absolutely. Standing water can damage your lawn, harm plant roots, and attract pests. Our landscape construction and installation service includes evaluating your yard's grading and installing proper drainage solutions. We can reshape the land, add French drains, or create dry creek beds to redirect water away from your home and foundation, solving the pooling issue and protecting your property.
What should I do if my shrubs are dying in my Fairfax yard?
Dying shrubs in our area are often caused by disease, pests, or poor soil conditions. We recommend starting with our shrub care diagnostic service. Our experts will identify the specific issue—whether it's a fungal disease, insect infestation, or a cultural problem—and apply a targeted treatment plan. This may involve disease/insect management, corrective pruning, or, if necessary, removal and replacement with healthier, well-planted shrubs suited to our local climate.
When is tree cabling or bracing needed instead of tree removal in Fairfax?
Cabling or bracing is a preventive measure to save a valuable tree that has structural weaknesses, such as a split trunk or heavy, overextended limbs. It stabilizes the tree, reducing the risk of failure during storms common in our area. We recommend this service when a tree is otherwise healthy but poses a safety risk. It's a cost-effective way to preserve your tree's benefits and beauty while ensuring your property's safety, avoiding removal when possible.
Company Background
Woods Tree and Landscaping is a Fairfax-based company dedicated to enhancing and protecting your outdoor space. We offer comprehensive tree services and landscaping solutions tailored to Northern Virginia's specific needs. Many local homeowners face issues like standing water in yards and dying shrubs. Our team addresses these problems directly through expert landscape construction and installation, which includes proper grading and drainage solutions to eliminate water pooling. For struggling plants, our specialized shrub and tree care—including disease and insect management, pruning, and transplanting—can often restore health or provide a fresh start with proper planting. From routine maintenance to complex tree removal and stump grinding, we help Fairfax residents maintain beautiful, safe, and healthy properties.
Key Services
- Disease management - trees
- Tree pruning or trimming
- Greenscape construction
- Tree planting
- Shrub care
- Insect management - shrubs
- Tree transplanting

