Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)

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Emerald Ash Borer (EAB)

Brockman Tree & Lawn Care has the expertise and capability to control and eliminate emerald ash borer from your infected trees. These pests can ruin the beauty and health of your shade trees if not addressed immediately. When you get our services, we will make sure that these pests will be totally eliminated from your property. We guarantee the effectiveness of our solutions since we use only proven treatment methods such as tree injection.

Emerald Ash Border Fairport, NY

We urge you to call us immediately if you suspect that one of your trees is infested with emerald ash borer. Time is a critical factor in the effective control of this destructive beetle. You have to remember that EAB has already destroyed hundreds of thousands of trees since its detection in 2002. And New York is one of the 27 states where emerald ash borer infestation is common. It is a must to check your trees for possible EAB infestation if you are residing in Rochester, Henrietta, Mendon, Webster, Gates, Hilton, Macedon, Brockport, Parma, Walworth, Spencerport, or Fairport area. Let the experts from Brockman Tree & Lawn Care perform the assessment to determine if your trees are infected by EAB. Dial (585) 730-5296 today.

What You Should Know About EAB?

Emerald Ash Borer or EAB (Agrilus planipennis) is a green jewel beetle native to Northeastern Asia. It is considered as a highly invasive species that can totally destroy ash trees in two to four years. The female beetles lay eggs on bark crevices, flakes, or cracks. After hatching, the larvae feed underneath the bark. Once they become adults, EAB leave distinctive D-shaped exit holes in the outer bark of the trunk or branches. They are most common in June and July but also pose a threat during late May up to early September. This Asian beetle has a metallic green wing cover and a purple or coppery red abdomen. One of the alarming facts about emerald ash borer is that it can spread between 1.6 and 49.7 miles a year. Some people may unknowingly spread the beetle by transporting ash bark containing products such as nursery stock and firewood.

Signs of EAB Infection

There are different approaches to control and treat infested ash trees. However, it is still important to adopt preventive measures to avoid emerald ash borer infestation. Signs of EAB infection include thinning foliage, yellowing and browning of leaves, presence of woodpeckers, D-shaped exit holes in the branches or trunk, and shoots growing from the tree trunk or roots. If your ash trees have these symptoms, call a specialist like us at Brockman Tree & Lawn Care.

Susceptible Ash Tree Varieties

White, black, and green ash trees are the most susceptible to emerald ash borer infection. However, authorities noted that 16 species of ash trees and the White Fringe tree are the usual targets of the EAB.

Call a Tree Specialist

As mentioned, it is important to call a tree specialist if you suspect that your ash trees are infected by emerald ash borer. Among the most sought-after tree care experts in New York is Brockman Tree & Lawn Care. We have trained, experienced tree care experts, and licensed pesticide applicators who can effectively control and mitigate the damages that can be caused by this insect. Call us now.