Anderson’s Tree Care Specialists is expanding its rainy-season inspection work across San Jose and neighboring Los Gatos. The family-run company has cared for South Bay trees since it was founded in San Jose in 1995. This fall, Anderson’s arborists are focusing on tree risk assessments ahead of the first major storms.
Property owners can book a tree risk assessment in San Jose during the fall so they can take action when needed and reduce the chances of tree failures during the winter.
El Niño Raises Storm Risk for San Jose Trees
On October 8, NOAA's Climate Prediction Center said El Niño is still getting stronger and will likely stay strong into early 2027. It gives an 83% chance that this fall's El Niño will be the strongest since records began in 1950. NOAA also expects a wetter-than-normal winter for much of California.
A strong El Niño doesn’t guarantee a wet winter in the Bay Area, but it raises the odds of repeated storms, which can lead to tree failures. Cracked trunks, hollow sections, hanging limbs, and a new or worsening lean are all signs a tree may not hold up under heavy rain and wind.
“Every winter, people call us about trees that showed problems months before. Mitigating a tree problem now costs far less than dealing with one that falls on your house later. We’d rather find the problem early.” Doug Anderson, owner of Anderson’s Tree Care Specialists.
Signs and Symptoms to Watch For
Insects can weaken a tree from the inside, which makes it more likely to drop limbs or fail in a storm. Property owners can check for these warning signs before the rain starts.
Signs
- Small round holes in the bark where insects have bored in or out
- Sawdust-like frass at the base of the trunk or in bark crevices
- Live insects, larvae, egg masses, or webbing on branches and bark
- Sticky honeydew or black sooty mold on leaves, or on cars and patios below the tree
Symptoms
- Wilting, yellowing, or early leaf drop outside the normal seasonal cycle
- Thinning canopy or branch dieback starting at the tips
- Sap, gum, or dark wet staining weeping from the bark
- Failure to leaf out or bloom on schedule
Any of these is a good reason to schedule an inspection with Anderson’s Tree Care Specialists.
The Benefits of a Pre-Storm Tree Risk Assessment
An ISA-certified arborist from Anderson's Tree Care Specialists gives property owners a clear plan before the weather turns. They can:
- Inspect trunks, limbs, and roots while they're dry, spotting cracks, hollow spots, and decay before storms hit.
- Remove dead or heavy branches through tree pruning so they're less likely to break in high winds.
- Support weak limbs with tree cabling, which can often save a tree instead of removing it.
- Treat insect and disease problems through pest and disease control before they weaken the tree.
Each assessment ends with a custom care plan and a complete estimate for any recommended work.
Tree Care in San Jose and Los Gatos
Crews from the company’s San Jose office also provide tree service in Los Gatos, CA, a town in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains just southwest of the city.
When a tree can’t be saved, the team handles tree removal and can guide owners through local tree permits. If a storm brings a tree down first, Anderson’s offers 24/7 emergency tree service across San Jose and Santa Clara County.
Property owners in San Jose and Los Gatos can schedule a free estimate by calling (408) 226-8733.
About Anderson’s Tree Care Specialists
Anderson’s Tree Care Specialists is a local, family-run tree care company founded in San Jose in 1995. The company serves homeowners and businesses across San Jose and Santa Clara County with ISA-certified arborists on staff, including arborists who hold the ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification. Anderson’s is accredited by the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and is a member of the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and the American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA). Services include tree risk assessment, pruning, removal, stump removal, tree planting, plant health care, and 24/7 emergency response. The company is fully licensed, bonded, and insured (California Contractor License #705171). Learn more at andersonstreecare.com.
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Published by: Randy Rohde