When it comes to your trees, you deserve expert guidance—not guesswork.
Ickes Tree Service provides professional tree consultation and evaluation services throughout Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Foley, Silverhill, and surrounding Baldwin County communities.
Our certified arborists deliver accurate, science-based assessments that help homeowners, contractors, and municipalities make informed decisions about tree health, safety, and value.
Before you break ground, protect your investment in mature trees.
Our pre-construction tree evaluations identify which trees can be preserved, which are at risk, and how to minimize root or soil disturbance.
We create detailed tree protection plans that meet ANSI A300 and ISA Best Management Practices for construction sites.
Services may include:
Root-zone mapping and tree preservation fencing layouts
Soil compaction testing and grading recommendations
Protective barriers and mulching zones
Monitoring throughout construction
Even after construction, trees continue to face stress from grade changes, compaction, and root injury.
We conduct post-construction tree assessments to evaluate stability, vitality, and long-term survivability.
Our certified arborists provide prescriptions for care to promote recovery and prevent decline.
Whether for insurance claims, property transactions, or damage disputes, our tree appraisal services determine the fair market value of trees using industry-accepted methods.
Each appraisal considers species, size, condition, and location to produce clear, defensible documentation for your records or case.
For HOAs, commercial sites, or municipalities, we offer comprehensive tree inventories and mapping.
Each tree is cataloged by species, size, and health condition.
We deliver easy-to-read reports and management plans to guide maintenance priorities, budget forecasting, and risk mitigation.
Concerned about a leaning tree or heavy limbs over a structure?
Our tree risk assessments identify defects, decay, and potential failure points.
We use advanced diagnostic tools—including visual inspections and internal decay detection (IML PowerDrill)—to determine likelihood of failure and recommend mitigation actions such as pruning, cabling, or removal.
Healthy trees require consistent, evidence-based care.
We design custom tree care programs that follow ANSI A300 standards and ISA guidelines, focusing on:
Structural pruning and canopy balance
Root protection and soil aeration
Fertilization and soil amendments
Long-term monitoring and maintenance schedules
When trees become part of a dispute, claim, or court case, you need credible, unbiased expertise.
As an ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist and ISA Board Certified Master Arborist, Gary Ickes II provides professional expert witness and forensic arborist services, delivering clear, factual reports and testimony based on recognized arboricultural standards.
Every consultation includes a formal written report—letter, summary, or comprehensive booklet format.
Reports clearly outline findings, photographs, and professional recommendations, suitable for submission to property owners, insurance providers, or municipal agencies.
Certified Expert: ISA Board Certified Master Arborist #SO-2919BM, TRAQ Qualified, ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist #861
Certified Experts: ISA Certified Arborists – On Staff
Local Experience: Serving Baldwin County homeowners, developers, and cities for over two decades
Objective Assessments: Independent, science-based, and defensible reports
Clear Deliverables: Easy-to-understand documentation and action plans
Full-Service Support: From risk assessment to mitigation and follow-up care
Protect your trees and property with professional insight you can trust.
Call (251) 945-5144 or email info@ickestreeservice.com to schedule your tree consultation, appraisal, or risk assessment in Fairhope, AL and surrounding areas.