Frequently Asked Questions

From planting, to pruning, to care, to removal, at one time or the other we have all had questions about our trees. We are here to help with all your tree needs.

• Why are many people asking: Are you a Certified Arborist? Do you give free estimates?

  Consumers whom are seeking free estimates for Tree Care have realized that a Certified Arborist will prune their tree with the tree’s health and the client’s hazard reduction in mind. A true Certified Arborist will gladly provide a Certification #. Here at Branch Office Tree Care, John Sevier, Certification # WE1415 can be verified by the International Society of Arboriculture by going to the ISA website

• What is the advantage of using an Aerial Lift, “cherry picker” for Tree Care?

  The older trees in central New Braunfels have very long, heavy, fragile limbs and trimming or removal of limbs and trees can be accomplished in a much safer manner if the Arborist can reach out on the ends of the limbs and cut small branches, little by little and avoid the possibility of limbs damaging structures, or power lines. The trimming process should accomplish Hazard Reduction; not create a hazardous situation during the tree trimming job!

• Why Are You So Fanatic About Painting Cuts?

  Oak Trees require painting in order to block the scent of the fresh cut which minimizes attracting insects that can carry OAK WILT.

• Ball Moss - Deadly???

  Ball moss is a "Photosite"; not a Parasite. It surrounds the living foliage of the tree and "suffocates/blocks" the light. In extreme cases it can KILL the tree.

• Can trees in New Braunfels be trimmed for Hazard Reduction and aesthetics?

  Yes the Oak trees and Pecan trees (most common species in New Braunfels) can benefit from combined methods of tree trimming resulting in both safety and aesthetics for your large trees.

• What areas do you serve provide tree trimming, hazard reduction pruning and Removal of dead or dangerous trees?

  Currently we can Only Serve the Central New Braunfels Area.