Is your yard tree losing leaves when it shouldn’t? Have you seen strange spots on your palm leaves or weird bumps on your tree trunk? Is the big shade tree that’s been in your yard for years starting to look sick?
You’re not alone. Many Jacksonville homeowners worry about their trees but don’t know who to call until it’s too late. When trees show these warning signs, they need help – just like we need a doctor when we’re sick.
At Bushor’s Tree Surgeons, we’ve been taking care of Jacksonville’s trees since 1962. We know your trees aren’t just plants – they give your home shade, beauty, and even make your property worth more money. Our team finds out what’s wrong with your trees and fixes the problems before you need to spend big money to remove a dead tree.
Jacksonville’s hot, wet weather, strong storms, and sandy soil can be hard on trees. Whether you live in Mandarin, Riverside, Atlantic Beach, or anywhere nearby, our tree care team brings years of local know-how to your yard. We explain things simply and give honest advice to keep your trees healthy for years to come.
Our Tree Health Care Services in Jacksonville
Trees in Jacksonville grow in a special place. Our hot, wet summers help trees grow fast, but also make it easy for tree sickness and bugs to spread. The sandy soil lets water drain but can make it hard for trees to get food. And our storm seasons can hurt even healthy trees.
At Bushor’s Tree Surgeons, we know how to care for Jacksonville trees. We don’t use one-plan-fits-all ideas that might work somewhere else but not here. Our tree care plans are made for what works in Jacksonville for our local oaks, pines, palms, and other trees.
Think of us as your trees’ doctors. Just like you want a doctor who knows about your health, your trees need care from people who know about Jacksonville’s growing conditions. Our tree experts know what local trees need to stay strong despite our area’s special challenges.
When Professional Tree Health Care Is Needed
Our clients typically seek our tree health services when:
- Visible symptoms appear – Leaf discoloration, premature leaf drop, or branch dieback
- Pest infestations – Evidence of boring insects, leaf-eating pests, or fungal growth
- Structural concerns – Cracks, leaning, or visible decay on trunks or major limbs
- Preventative care – Protecting valuable specimen trees from common Jacksonville tree diseases
- Post-storm recovery – Helping damaged but salvageable trees recover from storm trauma
- Property value protection – Maintaining landscape trees that enhance curb appeal
Finding What’s Wrong With Your Trees: Our Tree Check-Up Process
Don’t you wish trees could tell you what’s wrong when they’re sick? While trees can’t talk, they do show signs when they’re not well – and our tree experts know how to read these signs and find hidden problems that most people can’t see.
When something’s wrong with your Jacksonville trees, guessing isn’t good enough. That’s why Bushor’s Tree Surgeons uses both expert know-how and special tools to find out exactly what’s happening with your trees – both what you can see and what you can’t.
Our Tree Check-Up Tools and Methods:
- Looking closely at the whole tree from roots to top by our trained tree experts
- Tree X-ray tool (IML Resistograph) – Helps us see inside the tree without hurting it
- Soil testing to check if the tree is getting the right food
- Root checking to look for problems under the ground
- Bug spotting by looking at signs and samples
- Disease finding based on what we see on the tree
- Safety checking to make sure the tree isn’t likely to fall
Why Our Tree Check-Ups Help:
- Finding problems early before you can see them
- Getting the right fix based on real facts
- Saving valuable trees that might be cut down without need
- Proof for insurance if you need to make a claim
- Checking if treatments are working over time
How We Fix Tree Problems in Jacksonville
Once we know what’s making your tree sick or weak, we can fix the problem with the right treatment. Just like you wouldn’t want a doctor to give you medicine without knowing what’s wrong, we don’t treat trees until we understand what they need.
Here’s how we help make your Jacksonville trees healthy again:
- Special tree food based on what your soil needs
- Bug control using safe methods
- Root zone help to improve the soil around your tree
- Soil fixes to add missing nutrients and fix soil problems
- Protection treatments for common Jacksonville tree diseases
- Medicine for trees that goes inside the tree for certain problems
- Careful trimming to improve how weight is spread on the tree
- Support cables for trees that are weak but still healthy overall
Why Jacksonville Trees Need Special Care
Trees in Jacksonville face problems that trees in other places don’t have. Our local weather and soil create special challenges that can make trees sick or weak if they don’t get the right care. Understanding these local issues is why having a local, experienced tree care company matters so much.
Jacksonville trees have to deal with:
- Very humid air that helps tree sickness like mold and mildew grow
- Sandy soil that lets tree food wash away too quickly
- Hurricane and storm damage causing breaks where sickness can get in
- Bad bugs that can hurt or kill trees
- Lightning strikes common during our many storms
- Salt in the air for trees near Jacksonville’s beaches
- Damage from building work in fast-growing areas
Our arborists understand these local challenges and how they affect different tree species throughout Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties.
Why Your Jacksonville Neighbors Trust Bushor’s Tree Surgeons
For over 60 years, Jacksonville families and businesses have been calling Bushor’s Tree Surgeons when their trees need help. When you’ve been caring for trees in the same community for three generations, you build a reputation based on trust, results, and fair dealing. Here’s why so many of your Jacksonville neighbors choose us to care for their trees:
- 60+ years of local experience serving Northeast Florida since 1962
- Three generations of ISA Certified Arborists with deep knowledge of local tree species
- Advanced diagnostic equipment including our IML Resistograph for non-invasive testing
- Comprehensive approach that addresses both symptoms and underlying causes
- Customized treatment plans based on species, location, and specific conditions
- Preventative care programs that help avoid costly tree removal
- Environmental responsibility with treatments that minimize ecological impact
- Ongoing monitoring to ensure treatment effectiveness and adjust as needed
- Transparent communication explaining issues and solutions in easy-to-understand terms
- A+ Better Business Bureau rating maintained through decades of quality service
Areas We Serve
Our tree health care services cover all of Northeast Florida, including:
Duval County
- Jacksonville (All Neighborhoods)
- Jacksonville Beach
- Neptune Beach
- Atlantic Beach
- Mayport
St. Johns County
- St. Johns
- Ponte Vedra
- Nocatee
- St. Augustine (Northern Areas)
Clay County
- Orange Park
- Fleming Island
- Middleburg
- Green Cove Springs
Nassau County
- Fernandina Beach
- Amelia Island
- Yulee
- Callahan
FAQs – Tree Health Care in Jacksonville, FL
How much do tree health care services cost in Jacksonville, FL?
Tree health care costs in Jacksonville vary based on tree size, condition, and the type of care needed. Our certified tree experts provide detailed, no-obligation estimates after an initial assessment. We often create multi-tree care plans that provide better value. Contact Bushor’s Tree Surgeons at (904) 789-8884 for a free evaluation and estimate tailored to your specific trees and property.
How often should Jacksonville trees receive professional health care?
For preventative care, most Jacksonville trees benefit from annual health assessments and seasonal maintenance. Properties with specimen trees or those in coastal areas may require semi-annual checkups. Following storms or construction activity, we recommend immediate inspections to address new vulnerabilities. We can create a customized schedule based on your specific trees and property conditions.
What tree diseases are common in Jacksonville, FL?
Jacksonville’s climate makes certain diseases prevalent, including oak wilt, pine pitch canker, fusiform rust, and various fungal issues like anthracnose and root rot. Palm trees specifically face lethal bronzing, ganoderma butt rot, and fusarium wilt. Our arborists are trained to identify early signs of these diseases when treatment is most effective.
How do you diagnose tree health problems in Jacksonville?
We use a multi-faceted approach including visual inspection by certified arborists, advanced testing with our IML Resistograph (which measures internal wood density without harming the tree), soil analysis, and when necessary, laboratory testing of tissue samples. This comprehensive approach allows us to identify both visible and hidden issues affecting your trees.
Can you save a tree with significant storm damage in Jacksonville?
Many storm-damaged trees can be saved with proper care. Our arborists assess structural integrity, remaining healthy tissue, and long-term viability. Using our emergency tree services, we can provide immediate stabilization followed by recovery treatments including proper pruning, wound treatment, and supportive care to help trees recover from storm damage.
What’s the best time for tree health treatments in Jacksonville, FL?
Timing varies by treatment type. Preventative pest treatments are typically applied in early spring before infestation cycles begin. Fertilization is most effective in early spring and fall. Root treatments can be performed year-round but are ideal during Jacksonville’s milder winter and spring months. Emergency treatments should be applied as soon as problems are identified, regardless of season.
How long does it take to see results from tree health treatments?
Treatment response varies by tree species, condition, and treatment type. Some pest treatments show results within days, while nutritional treatments may take weeks or months to produce visible improvement. Structural improvements from pruning provide immediate benefits that continue as the tree responds with new growth. Our arborists set realistic expectations during the consultation process and monitor progress during follow-up visits.
Call for Tree Health Care in Jacksonville Today
Don’t wait until your valuable trees show signs they can’t be saved. Early check-ups and care from Bushor’s Tree Surgeons can save trees that might otherwise need to be removed.
When you call Bushor’s Tree Surgeons, you’re reaching a family business that has been keeping Jacksonville’s trees healthy since 1962. We understand Northeast Florida’s tree challenges and bring generations of hands-on experience to every property we visit.
Ready to protect your trees and property?
- Call us today: (904) 789-8884
- Visit our office: 5525 St. Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
- Free estimates: Provided within 48 hours of your call
- Service area: All of Jacksonville and surrounding communities in Northeast Florida
Let Bushor’s Tree Surgeons help you preserve and enhance the trees that make your Jacksonville property special. Remember, healthy trees don’t just look better – they’re safer, live longer, and increase your property value!
Special note: Using our IML Resistograph we can non-invasively test your tree for internal decay!
Short video on how an IML Resistograph works!
