TRAQ Qualified · LTE #408 · Since 1993
Less invasive, more in harmony — that’s how we work in Somerdale. Removal when removal is right, conservative pruning when it isn’t, and an honest answer either way.
Somerdale was incorporated in 1929, separated from Clementon Borough. The borough is 1.3 sq mi of dense residential canopy adjacent to Voorhees. Nearby PATCO Speedline access (Ashland and Lindenwold stations within minutes) puts residents within a 30-minute Center City Philadelphia commute — that transit-density factor shapes the borough’s residential character and the tree work that comes with it. We’re pruning specialists first. When a tree must come down, we honor it — logs become firewood and milled slabs, nothing wasted. Less invasive, more in harmony.
White Horse Pike runs through Somerdale as the commercial spine. Trees on the corridor face traffic exposure; the residential blocks behind have the borough’s mature canopy.
Trees along this corridor — mostly mid-20th-century plantings — are now in the structural-failure window. We work them with the same preservation-grade approach we apply on heritage corridors in larger Camden County boroughs.
Six services tuned to a transit-accessible inner-ring borough with mature residential canopy.
Need a tree removed in Somerdale? The borough's tight post-war residential blocks have small backyards, fences against the neighbor, and mature trees that grew up with the houses. We bring the right rigging for the space — crane for cramped backyard removals, ropes and rigging where it fits. Lawn protected, full cleanup. Call (856) 241-0489 for an honest assessment from Paul.
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Somerdale's mature silver maples, oaks, and sycamores need careful pruning to stay safe over the borough's tight residential lots. ANSI A300 standards, no topping, no flush cuts. The goal is healthy trees and clean structure for the next 20 years. Call (856) 241-0489.
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Tree down in Somerdale after a storm? Our crew responds same-day for trees on houses, blocked driveways, and downed limbs on power lines. We document everything for your insurance claim. Available 24/7 — no after-hours premium. Call (856) 241-0489.
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Worried about a big tree near your Somerdale home? Selling and need a written tree report? Our TRAQ-qualified arborist walks the property and gives you an honest written assessment of every tree's condition. Call (856) 241-0489 for a free walk-through with Paul.
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Need an arborist's letter for a Somerdale Borough permit, an insurance claim, or a property-line dispute? Paul Biester (NJ Licensed Tree Expert #408) writes reports that municipalities, insurers, and courts accept. 30 years working Camden County trees. Call (856) 241-0489.
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Is a tree in your Somerdale yard yellowing, dropping leaves early, or showing bark damage? We diagnose the actual problem before treating anything. Around here we commonly see Emerald Ash Borer on ash trees, Bacterial Leaf Scorch on pin oaks, and soil compaction from the borough's clay soils. We treat the cause. Call (856) 241-0489.
Read moreInner-ring density + 1929-era subdivision canopy + EAB.
Somerdale’s 1.3 sq mi packs density. Walked-over root flares, narrow setbacks, and compacted soil at the base of mature trees show up in canopy decline before storm damage does.
Somerdale’s mature canopy traces back to the borough’s 1929 incorporation and the post-war boom. Many trees are now showing structural-failure indicators.
Field-edge ash here needs a treatment plan or removal timeline.
Somerdale was incorporated in 1929 from Clementon Township — one of five Camden County boroughs created the same day. The White Horse Pike (US-30) runs through, and the borough's residential canopy reflects the late-1920s through mid-century plantings. Six signs Paul looks for first.
Splits running up or down the main trunk indicate structural failure has begun.
Healthy trees shed bark slowly. Large patches falling away in a single season point to internal decline.
Mushroom conks at the base or running up the trunk are evidence of structural decay.
New leans, or worsening leans — especially after a storm — mean the root plate may be compromised.
Lightning-struck trees often show crown dieback within 12–18 months.
If your ash tree’s upper canopy is 30%+ thinned, the tree is past treatment threshold.
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SOMERDALE · CLIENTS
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Tree Awareness did an excellent job. They cleaned up very good afterwards.
Just want to say how great a job Tree Awareness did for me after a wind shear dropped a number of large trees on my property. Paul and his crew came in on a Saturday and cleared away in a couple of hours what would have taken me 10 weekends. They have the right equipment and they know how to use it. There were a couple of quotes under Paul's number but after discussing with Paul what had to be done, neither of the other companies came across as professional or were going to do as much as Paul's team would do. I fully recommend Tree Awareness and assure you that you will be very happy with their work. Thanks for a great job!
I had a mid-sized, black walnut tree in my backyard that was surrounded by other trees I wanted to make sure that the other trees weren't damaged during removal of the black walnut. Tree Awareness was very careful and did a lot of extra work to insure that none of the other trees were affected.by the tree removal. Great work!
Well run crew. Hard working. Consistently quality work. Respectful of property. Have used numerous times over the years. Never disappointed. Highly recommend.
Like many of the neighborhoods around here, trees were planted as the houses were built with little regard for the proper tree for the proper space. Our issue was a pin oak that was getting way too big for the easement where it was planted. Enter Tree Awareness… From the very start Mia, Paul and Mason went above and beyond with their communication and handling of our job. When on site, the team worked with precision, efficiency and left the surrounding area super clean. Whether you’re just pruning or need a full tree removal, Tree Awareness won’t disappoint!
From the initial phone call, to the actual clean up, service was excellent. initial phone call for service was made on April 10th, had an estimate by April 11th, an appointment by the 14th and service on the 15th. The young lady that led the team and her crew were very professional and friendly. From start to finish, the whole job took less that an hour. Very pleased with the results.
Same-day response on emergencies, walk-throughs scheduled within one business day. The borough's compact footprint means most properties are walkable end-to-end in 20 minutes, and the same arborist walks every one.
Reach Paul directly at (856) 241-0489 or submit the form below. We respond within one business day — same day for emergencies.
< 1 business dayPaul personally inspects every tree, walks you through what he sees, and talks through options. No high-pressure sales.
30–45 min on siteYou get a written estimate in your inbox within 48 hours — with scope of work, timeline, and price. No surprise charges.
Within 48 hoursMost jobs scheduled within a week. Same-day for emergencies. Full cleanup. Documentation provided for property files.
1–7 days typicalFrom the White Horse Pike corridor to the residential blocks behind it, we cover every Somerdale address. Good stewards of the local forest — that’s how we’ve framed this work for thirty years. Less invasive, more in harmony.
Frontage and median trees along the corridor. Salt spray, wind shear, and sight-line clearance shape what we do here.
Mature street trees on this stretch. We know the species, the soil, and the storm patterns from working these blocks for years.
Less invasive, more in harmony — that’s the work, whether it’s a single backyard or a whole block.
Wherever the borough line runs, we cover it. Same crew, same standard, same answer to the same question.
Mature street trees and parking-lot shade close to the platform — sidewalk lift, deadwood, and bus clearance get watched here.
Mature street trees on this stretch. We know the species, the soil, and the storm patterns from working these blocks for years.
Three decades of South Jersey work means Paul has cared for inner-ring borough canopy across Camden County. Every Somerdale quote starts with him on the property.
Tree Awareness, Inc. is owner-operated and TCIA-Accredited. We keep heritage trees alive when the structure supports it, and remove decisively when it doesn’t.
Real questions from real property owners in Somerdale — about credentials, process, and the work we do.
Tree Awareness, Inc. operates under NJ Licensed Tree Expert #408 — held by Paul D. Biester since 1993. Most NJ tree services display a single license number. We hold the credentials triad — NJ LTE #408 + TCIA Accreditation + CTSP — with explicit verification.
Yes. Cabling and bracing extends the life of mature heritage trees. We use TRAQ-qualified risk assessment to determine when it’s the right call versus removal.
Tree Awareness, Inc. is TCIA-Accredited — more rigorous than BBB for tree service specifically. TCIA Accreditation requires documented safety standards, training records, and customer satisfaction history.
Since 1993 — over 30 years across South Jersey. The differentiator is the credentials we hold (NJ LTE + TCIA + CTSP) and the owner-on-every-job model.
Often yes — but only after honest assessment. Mature silver maples, oaks, and sycamores planted as the borough developed in the late 1920s and post-war boom are now in the structural-failure window. We use TRAQ-qualified risk assessment to separate trees that can be cabled and pruned for another 10-20 years from those that need a removal timeline.
Corridor trees face traffic-stress conditions — salt-spray in winter, exhaust, and root compaction from sidewalk and utility work. We diagnose corridor-stress decline (often misread as disease) and recommend conservative interventions, with NJDOT setback awareness for trees within the right-of-way.
Inner-ring density compresses the root zone. Walked-over root flares, narrow setbacks, and compacted soil at the base of mature trees show up in canopy decline before storm damage does. We diagnose root-zone compaction first — soil decompaction and root-collar excavation are often the right intervention before considering removal.
SOMERDALE · A VIEW FROM THE FIELD
A handful of recent jobs, climbs, and canopy moments around Somerdale & nearby South Jersey towns.
Walk-through with Paul anywhere in Somerdale. Written estimate within 48 hours. Or call (856) 241-0489 directly.
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