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Welcome to Essential Tree Care, where we make the science of arboriculture simple. Just like your car, your home, and your health, regular maintenance is essential for trees to stay safe, strong, and beautiful.
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When it comes to tree care, an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure. While most people don’t think about “training” their trees, early guidance is just as important for trees as it is for dogs or children.
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In fact, most of the problems arborists are called to fix could be avoided with regular preventative maintenance recommended by industry standards (ANSI A300). Small investments in your small trees today—sometimes as little as $25 each—can pay BIG dividends tomorrow, saving thousands while maximizing tree health, aesthetics, safety, and long-term value.
ETC is Utah’s leading expert
in 3 areas of focus
Structural Pruning of Young Trees
Proper structure is the foundation of a safe, beautiful, long-lived tree. While we could fill volumes on the subject, we’ll defer to the words of the nation’s leading scholar:
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“Structural pruning… should be the primary goal each time a tree is pruned. A well-structured tree is aesthetically pleasing, preserves the crown as it grows larger, and is long-lived. Poor tree architecture can be costly, leading to failure and early tree removal.”
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— Dr. Edward F. Gilman (University of Florida)
Ornamental Tree Pruning (Japanese Maple, Weeping, Espalier, etc.)
​Much like the art of bonsai, ornamental pruning requires patience, precision, attention to detail, and a deep respect for natural form. Our ISA Board Certified Master Arborist brings over a decade of experience and a honed artistic eye to shaping ornamental trees into living works of art.
Fruit Tree Pruning
Pomology isn’t rocket science—it’s tree science. Proper fruit tree pruning is essential for both health and productivity, and is far more nuanced than simply lopping branches. With a degree in Horticulture & Forestry from Utah State University, our Master Arborist guides fruit trees toward strong structure, healthy growth, and abundant harvests.
Service Area
Serving Salt Lake, Utah, Davis & Summit Counties
ETC provides preventative, science-based tree care to homeowners and property managers all along the Wasatch, keeping trees safe, healthy, and beautiful. Expert guidance today ensures thriving trees tomorrow.