Better Tree & Shrub Care

When we built our new home 4 years ago, we spent a considerable amount of money on mature trees to complete our landscape design. After a couple of years, we noticed that the twin maples in our front yard yielded pale green and smaller than average leaves that had very little color in the fall, while our neighbors’ trees were lush and green during the summer and vibrant come fall. I did my research on line and was pleased to find a genuine arborist whose business encompassed our zip code. I called Chris and he came by to inspect the trees on our property. He explained that all the trees had been planted too deeply, hampering their growth. We hired him on the spot. He and his assistants went to work and the very next spring, the trees were lush and green, their autumn color a rich cri

Chris is the one you want for the job! We had an overgrown tree in our front yard and was on the search for someone to prune it. We found Better Tree & Shrub Care on line with an abundance of good reviews. When contacted, he was very responsive. When we met Chris, we quickly knew we wanted him for the job. He was punctual, knowledgeable, and it was plain to see his love of trees. We are so pleased with the results of his work. Chris has a very affable manner. He loves what he does and it shows. Thank you Chris for a beautiful job! We couldn't be happier.

Chris Lucey of Better Tree & Shrub Care is the only “tree guy” I call these days. He is an experienced arborist who cares about my trees as much as I do, and his pricing is always fair and competitive. If I want the right tree planted in the right place where it will be sure to thrive, I call Chris. If I want to ensure a tree will be planted properly to help reduce future problems like root girdling, I call Chris. If I want to have my trees pruned to make them look better without risking their health, I call Chris. Chris has also removed trees for me, and when he quietly makes a recommendation – I listen. Chris has planted hemlock trees, pruned 50-foot oaks and 40-foot cedars, removed a row of languishing arbor vitae, cut down a yew and several other trees, and pruned much of the rest of m

I called Chris to prune an out of control apple tree along with another overgrown tree as well. Unlike other tree businesses, Chris answered my call right away despite being out of the country at the time. Upon returning, he promptly came over to give me an estimate and provided excellent service as well. He described to me how it was important to create airflow for the apple tree and what branches he needed to cut. I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for a reasonable price and a quality job. He knows what he is doing!

Chris and his Crew did an exceptional job at my house !! He is a true arborist! i couldn't of asked for a better team to take care of the pruning on my trees and scrubs. He was very respectful , caring ,professional and even came earlier than promised to do the job . We inspected the job together before he left . He made sure my yard was completely clean and i was satisfied before he left. I would highly recommend Better Tree & Shrub Care