The Emerald Ash Borer & Ash Trees

The Emerald Ash Borer "AB" is a beetle brought here from South Asia. The females lay eggs in bark crevices on ash trees, and larvae feed underneath the tree bark. It is an invasive species and is highly destructive to ash trees native to North America; responsible for killing millions of ash trees in the United States.

Affected trees are NOT safe to be around, under or climbed as they can easily fall damaging property or injuring people. These trees should be taken down with a lift by a professional only, ASAP.

Elite Tree Service was founded to provide Rochester homeowners and businesses with dependable tree care they can trust. We know the unique demands of maintaining trees in this region—the heavy winter storms that can bring down limbs, the summer growth that requires careful pruning, and the older neighborhoods with mature canopies that need expert attention.

Rochester's tree-lined streets and historic properties require a careful touch. Whether you're walking through the Browncroft neighborhood with its towering oaks or managing commercial grounds near the Genesee River, the trees here are part of what makes this area special. We treat each project with the respect it deserves.

We're proud to support homeowners and businesses across Rochester, helping our community thrive by keeping properties safe, beautiful, and well-maintained year-round.



Learn more about how we can assist with your next tree care project.

Here are a few signs your ash tree has been affected by EAB & dead or dying:

- No leaves or foliage on the tree(s) during regular bloom seasons.

Thinning of canopy

Yellowing foliage

Dead branches

Bark is discolored, cracked and/or peeling off.

Notice more wood peckers and/or squirrels at those trees as they are trying to eat the insects (EAB) inside the tree.