Get expert guidance from an ISA-certified arborist who understands the specific challenges North Carolina’s trees face.
It takes more than just general tree-care knowledge to provide expert guidance and advice. It demands an intimate familiarity with the specific species, soils, climate, and regulatory environment of Central North Carolina. That’s why it’s always important to consult with a local arborist — like those at Lubbers & Sons Tree Care.
Our team understands the specific challenges Central North Carolina presents, including:
From emerald ash borers to Phytophthora rot to hypoxylon canker, Central North Carolina’s trees face a number of serious and evolving threats that a local arborist can identify and address. Early, accurate diagnosis is critical for initiating prompt treatment (when possible) and achieving the best outcome.
Navigating the tree protection regulations in cities like Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill can be complex and consequential. An ISA-certified arborist consultation can provide the guidance you need to stay compliant and avoid the significant fines associated with regulatory missteps.
Central North Carolina’s tree diversity is stunning and includes everything from loblolly pines and willow oaks to flowering dogwoods and American hollies. Our team has the local knowledge needed to provide guidance that is both accurate and relevant to your specific trees and property.
We’ve been providing arborist consultations across Central North Carolina since 2020, and we’d love to help you make the most informed decisions possible about the trees on your property.
Lubbers & Sons Tree Care takes a different approach than many of the other tree-service companies operating in Central North Carolina. We measure success by the number of clients we help and trees we save rather than the number we remove.
In fact, when you trust the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team, you’ll immediately notice our commitment to:
“A consultation from an ISA-certified arborist is the best thing you can do to support your trees and give them the best chance of thriving. Getting the right advice at the right time can mean the difference between saving a tree and losing it.”
- Sosha Sullivan, ISA Certified Arborist
Owner of Lubbers & Sons Tree Care
Lubbers & Sons Tree Care provides a wide range of consultation services, designed to give property owners the expert guidance they need to make informed decisions about their trees.
A formal tree risk assessment evaluates the likelihood and potential consequences of tree failure, providing property owners with the information they need to make sound decisions about hazardous trees.
For property owners concerned about a tree's health, our arborist will conduct a thorough evaluation, identify any pest, disease, or stress-related issues that are present, and recommend the most appropriate course of action.
Construction activity near trees can cause significant and often irreversible root damage. Our arborist will assess the potential impact of your planned construction and recommend protective measures to minimize harm to your trees.
For property owners looking to retain specific trees during development or landscaping projects, our arborist will develop a detailed tree preservation plan that outlines the steps needed to protect your trees throughout the process.
Formal arborist reports are often required for permitting purposes, legal proceedings, or property transactions. We can prepare detailed, professionally formatted reports that meet the standards required by municipalities and other parties.
For property owners with large or complex tree canopies, our arborist can conduct a comprehensive tree inventory and develop a prioritized management plan to guide future care decisions.
Our team will evaluate your property’s site conditions, identify pest, disease, or soil-related issues, and recommend targeted treatments to improve your trees’ health, resilience, and long-term performance.
We can help you select appropriate tree species and planting locations for your property and then handle the entire installation process, so your trees will be set up for long-term success.
When a tree has structural weaknesses or vulnerable limbs, our arborist can assess whether cabling or bracing is appropriate and recommend support systems designed to reduce the risk of failure.
You contact our team to schedule an arborist assessment or request a free estimate.
One of our arborists will visit your property, evaluate your trees, and discuss your goals.
We’ll outline your options, develop a customized plan, and provide you with an itemized estimate.
We’ll show up at the scheduled time, conduct a safety briefing, and get to work.
Once finished, we’ll review the work with you and ensure your property looks spotless.
Scheduling a consultation with an ISA-certified arborist is one of the most valuable investments a property owner can make for their trees. With expert arborist guidance, you can expect to:
To enjoy all of these benefits and more, simply contact the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team to schedule your consultation.
There are a number of situations in which the guidance of an ISA-certified arborist is not only helpful, but essential. You’ll want to schedule a consultation if any of the following apply:
Whether it's leaning, declining, showing signs of disease, or simply not growing the way it should, an ISA-certified arborist is the most qualified professional to assess the situation and recommend the appropriate course of action.
Construction activity near trees can cause serious and often invisible root damage. A pre-construction consultation can help you understand the risks and take the steps needed to protect your trees.
Unfortunately, not all tree-care advice is created equal. If you've received conflicting recommendations about a tree on your property, an independent ISA-certified arborist consultation can provide the objective, expert perspective you need.
Many municipalities, insurance companies, and legal proceedings require formal documentation from an ISA-certified arborist. Our arborist can prepare the reports you need to meet these requirements.
Inheriting a property's trees means inheriting any health, structural, or liability issues that come with them. An arborist consultation shortly after purchase can give you a clear picture of what you're working with and help you prioritize any care that's needed.
Even healthy, well-established trees can benefit from a professional assessment. An arborist consultation can help you understand what your trees need to thrive and identify opportunities to enhance their health, structure, and longevity.
If any of these situations apply, contact the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team to schedule a consultation with our ISA-certified arborist.
The cost of an ISA-certified arborist consultation in Central North Carolina varies depending on the type and scope of the service required. Basic tree health and risk assessments typically start at around $150, while formal arborist reports, tree appraisals, and more comprehensive consultations may cost more.
A few of the factors that will influence the total costs you’ll face include:
With that said, the cost of a professional arborist consultation is almost always modest relative to the value of the guidance it provides. Making an uninformed decision about a tree could result in the loss of a beloved tree or even lead to liability issues should the tree fail and damage property or cause injuries.
Contact the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team today to discuss your needs and get a clear sense of what your consultation will cost.
Lubbers & Sons Tree Care is proud to offer expert tree-care services across Central North Carolina, including the following cities:
Not everyone who offers tree-care advice is qualified to give it. To ensure you get the kind of guidance you and your trees deserve, it is critical that you rely on an ISA-certified arborist.
To obtain ISA certification, an arborist must pass a rigorous examination, obtain ongoing education, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to the science and ethics of arboriculture. It is the gold standard of professional credentialing in the tree-care industry, and it separates the experts from everyone else.
When you schedule a consultation with the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team, you get direct access to an ISA-certified arborist with deep roots in the Central North Carolina community and a genuine commitment to providing honest, accurate, and actionable advice.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
Have more questions about our arborist consultations? We’ve rounded up a few of the most common questions our clients have and answered them below.
In North Carolina, arborist consulting services generally range from $150 to $300 per hour.
Most arborists offer free estimates when the goal is to provide a price for a specific project like a removal or a trim. However, a distinction exists between a simple estimate and a professional consultation. If you require a detailed health diagnosis, a written risk assessment for an insurance claim, or a certified report for a construction permit, most arborists will charge a fee to account for their time.
Absolutely. Hiring an arborist can improve both the safety and value of your property, and it generally ensures better results than following the advice of a generic tree-care worker.
In many cases, yes. Arborists can usually recognize the signs indicating that a tree is declining or actually dying.
If a declining tree is caught early and the primary cause is a treatable pest or a lack of nutrients, then yes — an arborist can often save a dying tree.
While anyone performing tree work can call themselves an arborist, an ISA-certified arborist has been formally vetted by the International Society of Arboriculture. These professionals must have at least three years of full-time experience and pass a rigorous exam covering tree biology, safety, and maintenance.
In several Central North Carolina municipalities, a certified arborist is a requirement for the permitting process, but this isn’t the case in every area. If you are unsure, simply contact the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team and we’ll let you know if you’ll need an arborist to obtain a removal permit in your area.
When it comes to making important decisions about the trees on your property, there is no substitute for the guidance of a qualified, credentialed professional. Whether you’re concerned about a potentially hazardous tree, planning a construction project near existing trees, or simply looking for expert advice on how to keep your trees healthy and thriving, an ISA-certified arborist consultation is the best place to start.
That’s exactly what the Lubbers & Sons Tree Care team is here to provide. Contact us today to discuss your needs, ask a few questions, or schedule your ISA-certified arborist consultation.
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