What is a Certified Arborist?

A Certified Arborist has a broad base of knowledge about tree and woody plant care, pesticides, planting safety and related technical matters. In order to become a Certified Arborist in Massachusetts, one must pass a difficult and lengthy exam administered by the...

Why is it important to have a multi-service company?

There is a lot of shared knowledge in a company that can provide clients with multiple services. At Maltby, we offer a full range of tree services, as well as plant health care and recycling through our divisions Natural Tree and Lawn Care and Forest Floor. Having a...

What if a tree needs to be removed, will my property be protected?

At Maltby, we take every precaution necessary to protect your property and minimize any impact to the landscape. For example, our crews lay down protective material over sensitive areas when necessary. Further, our foremen and crews are extremely experienced in all...

Why should I prune my trees?

Trees need to be pruned for a number of reasons including: safety, aesthetics and tree health. Broken or dead branches can be dangerous if they fall – oftentimes without warning, even on a calm day! If a tree’s branches grow too big for the tree or are too close...