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Certified Arborist Services in Columbia, MO
Not sure if your tree is healthy, a hazard, or worth saving? Tree Wizard was founded by certified arborist Chris Haubner and brings ISA-backed evaluation to every job in Columbia and Central Missouri.
- ISA Certified Arborist
- Founded by Chris Haubner, Arborist Since 2003
- Locally Owned & Fully Insured
- EAB Evaluation & Treatment
When to Call an Arborist
Situations That Need a Trained Eye
Some tree problems are obvious — a falling branch or a storm-toppled tree. Others develop slowly and are hard to spot until they become serious. A certified arborist can evaluate what's happening and give you options, not just a quote for removal.
Tree Health Concerns
Yellowing leaves, sparse canopy, fungal growth, or dieback that's spreading — these can indicate root disease, nutrient deficiency, soil compaction, or pest damage. Early diagnosis improves outcomes.
Tree Risk Evaluation
Is that leaning tree about to fall, or is it structurally sound? We evaluate lean, root zone, soil condition, and canopy weight to give you an honest risk assessment — not just a recommendation to remove it.
Emerald Ash Borer
EAB is in Missouri and has already killed thousands of ash trees in the region. Tree Wizard evaluates ash trees for infestation and administers treatment for trees where intervention is still viable. Act early — treatment loses effectiveness as infestation progresses. Learn about EAB treatment →
Storm Damage Assessment
After a major storm, a tree may look intact but have internal structural damage. An arborist can evaluate split crotches, compromised root zones, and determine whether a tree is safe to keep.
What We Can Help With
Arborist Services at Tree Wizard
- Tree health diagnosis and recommendations
- Risk assessment for trees near homes, structures, and utilities
- Pruning recommendations and arborist-informed trimming
- Emerald Ash Borer evaluation and treatment for ash trees
- Storm damage evaluation after major weather events
- Documentation for insurance claim support
- Removal recommendations when treatment isn't viable
ISA Certified Arborist
Arborist-Informed Tree Care in Columbia, MO
Tree Wizard was founded by Chris Haubner, who has worked Columbia and Central Missouri since 2003. Every estimate and every job reflects that background — not just tree cutting, but genuine tree care.
ISA Certified Arborist
Chris Haubner
Credential No. MW-4356A
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We serve Columbia, Fulton, Ashland, Auxvasse, Mexico, Holts Summit, and surrounding Boone and Callaway County communities. Call us if you have a tree you're concerned about — we'll come take a look and give you a straight answer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- A certified arborist is trained to evaluate tree health, structural integrity, and risk. They can diagnose diseases, identify pest infestations, recommend pruning or removal, and advise on treatments. ISA certification requires passing a comprehensive exam and continuing education every three years. Tree Wizard's owner Chris Haubner has been ISA certified throughout his career, since founding the company in 2003.
- Warning signs include sparse or off-color foliage, peeling bark, visible fungal growth at the base, cracks in the trunk, dead limbs appearing throughout the canopy, and leaning. Many of these can indicate treatable conditions — an arborist can tell you whether the tree is recoverable.
- The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle that kills ash trees. It's established throughout Missouri and has killed millions of trees. If you have ash trees, early detection and treatment can save them — Tree Wizard evaluates ash trees for EAB and administers treatment for trees that are candidates for it. Signs include S-shaped larval galleries under bark, D-shaped exit holes, and canopy dieback starting at the top. Call us to evaluate your ash trees.
- Sometimes yes — it depends on the species, the extent of damage, and the cause. Trees with fungal infections, early-stage EAB infestation, or storm damage can often be treated or structurally supported. Trees with severe trunk decay or root failure are usually better removed for safety.
- Arborist evaluation is included in our standard estimate visit at no extra charge. Chris Haubner or another trained estimator walks the property, assesses the tree, and gives you a written recommendation — trim, treat, monitor, or remove. For complex consulting work (legal, real estate, or detailed risk assessments) we can provide a separate written report; ask at the estimate.
- Removal becomes the right call when a tree's structural integrity is compromised beyond repair — severe trunk decay, major root failure, or when the tree poses an imminent fall risk to people or structures. We'll give you a straight answer on what makes sense for your specific situation.
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