The Emerald Ash Borer has swept through Pennsylvania, leaving millions of dead Ash trees in its wake. Sewickley homeowners are facing a unique crisis.
The "Ash Snap" Phenomenon
Unlike Oaks or maples that gradually decay, an Ash tree killed by borers dries out rapidly. Within just a year of death, its wood loses all moisture and becomes as fragile as glass. They are prone to snapping at the base without warning.
Safe Removal Required
Because they are so brittle, dead Ash trees are highly dangerous to climb. SHS Trees utilizes bucket trucks and mechanized grapple extraction to avoid putting climbers into these unpredictable, shattering trees.
The SHS Trees Standard for Tree Disease
When dealing with tree disease in Sewickley, residents have trusted SHS Trees for years. We do not take shortcuts. We believe that professional tree care involves doing the job right the first time, ensuring the absolute safety of your property, your family, and our crew.
Our Precision Process
- Initial Assessment: We thoroughly inspect the tree’s health, structural integrity, and proximity to power lines or homes in Sewickley.
- Advanced Equipment: Utilizing bucket trucks and grapple trucks entirely eliminates the need to drag heavy logs across your yard, leaving your landscape pristine.
- Expert Execution: Led by founder Randy Harper, our team operates with surgical precision—whether it’s routine pruning or an emergency hazard removal.
- Immaculate Cleanup: We don’t just cut and run. Our cleanup process ensures your yard looks better than we found it, removing all sawdust, twigs, and debris.
Local Expertise Matters
As a locally owned, independent company serving Sewickley and the broader Greater Pittsburgh region, we understand the specific soil conditions, weather patterns, and tree diseases affecting our area. National chains treat your property like a number, but at SHS Trees, every job is a priority.