Flores Tree Service & Landscaping
Tree Service in Elkins Park, PA
Some of the trees in Elkins Park were here before the houses. They’re tall, beautiful and sometimes a little scary when the wind picks up. We give these old giants the careful attention they need, whether that’s a thoughtful trim to keep them healthy or a slow, controlled removal that protects your home.
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Serving Elkins Park, Pennsylvania
Old Homes, Mature Trees and Careful Work
In Elkins Park and across Cheltenham Township, the trees are as much a part of the setting as the houses. Big oaks, beeches, maples and tulip poplars stretch over roofs, gardens, stone walls and old walkways. Being large isn’t a reason to remove a tree. The real question is whether it’s healthy, sound and still suited to its space.
Controlled Tree Removal Around Older Homes
When a mature tree isn’t safe to keep anymore, the challenge is getting it down without disturbing everything around it. There’s rarely an open landing area. You might have a roof on one side, a stone wall on another, gardens below and a neighbor’s yard a short distance away.
So the tree gets dismantled in smaller sections from the top down, with heavy pieces controlled instead of dropped. We also plan how the wood and debris will leave the property before starting. Afterward, new shrubs, a better-sized tree, or a brick, stone or paver walkway can help the landscape feel finished again.
What Older Trees Can Tell You
Large trees usually give warning before a serious failure. A hollow or soft spot in the trunk, mushrooms around the base, big dead limbs, cracks where major trunks meet, or a change in lean are all worth a closer look. One symptom doesn’t always mean removal, but several together point to declining structure.
Dead or declining trees need quicker attention because the wood gets brittle, which affects how safely it can be climbed and cut later. Often, though, thoughtful pruning is enough, taking off dead wood and excess weight over slate roofs, porches and masonry while keeping the tree looking natural.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a very large old tree be trimmed instead of removed?
Often, yes. Size alone doesn’t decide it. If the structure is still sound, removing dead wood and reducing problem limbs may let the tree stay.
Can you remove a tree close to an older home?
Yes. Tight removals are planned around the house, gardens, fencing, stonework and access, with large trees dismantled in controlled sections.
Is stump grinding included?
Free stump grinding is available with qualifying tree removals. Mention the offer when scheduling, since restrictions apply and it can’t be combined with other promotions.
Do you work throughout Cheltenham Township?
Yes. We serve Elkins Park, Wyncote, Glenside, Melrose Park, Cheltenham Village, Laverock and nearby communities.
What does tree work cost in Elkins Park?
Price depends on tree size, condition, access, how close it is to structures and how much work is needed. Estimates are free.
Do you provide emergency tree service?
Yes. Our emergency tree service is available 24/7 for storm damage and hazardous tree situations.
Areas We Serve