Emerald ash borer is active across Maryland and Virginia, and early summer is when the damage becomes visible on affected ash trees. Knowing what to look for can mean the difference between treatment and complete loss.
Key signs include S-shaped galleries under bark, D-shaped exit holes roughly the size of a small coin, crown dieback starting at the top of the tree, and increased woodpecker activity on the trunk. If you have ash trees on your Waldorf, Clinton, Upper Marlboro, or Northern Virginia property, this is the time to get them inspected.
Hernandez Complete Tree Services certified arborists provide professional tree health assessments across Southern MD and the DC-metro region. We'll evaluate your ash trees and walk you through options clearly, from treatment to managed removal if the infestation is advanced.
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A close-up photo of D-shaped exit holes in ash bark, or S-shaped galleries revealed under a section of bark, clearly documenting the damage. Alternatively, a wide shot of an ash tree showing crown dieback alongside a crew assessing the tree works well. Real job documentation from the DC-metro or Southern MD area is strongly preferred over stock images.
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