Saving high-valued oak trees from the ravages of oak wilt disease in Niagara County and Erie County, New York

WESTERN NEW YORK OAK PRESERVATION

Protect your valuable oak trees before oak wilt strikes.

Mature oaks can take generations to grow. Saving Oaks, LLC helps homeowners protect these irreplaceable trees through professional preventive fungicide injections and practical oak wilt guidance.

Based in Lewiston, NY · Serving Niagara and Erie counties

Large mature bur oak with a broad green canopy, representing the trees Saving Oaks helps preserve

Mature oak • Illustrative photo by Taylor Finklea / Unsplash

OUR FOCUSWe don’t cut trees down.
We try to save them.
New York State DEC-registered pesticide business State-certified applicators Locally based in Lewiston, New York

WHY PREVENTION MATTERS NOW

Oak wilt is already in our wider region.

Oak wilt was confirmed in Niagara Falls, Ontario, in 2023 and in the Town of Greece, Monroe County, in 2026. Both detections reinforce the need for vigilance across the Buffalo–Niagara region. Healthy trees are best protected before they show symptoms.

WHAT WE DO

Protecting oaks, preserving what matters.

Practical prevention for property owners who want to keep their mature trees standing.

01 / PREVENT

Preventive oak tree injections

Professionally applied fungicide injections can help protect valuable healthy oaks against oak wilt. Treatment needs depend on species, location and disease risk.

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02 / UNDERSTAND

Oak health & risk guidance

Learn how oak species, pruning practices, nearby infections and tree condition affect prevention decisions. A photograph can help start the conversation.

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03 / PRESERVE

Tree-preservation education

Find clear guidance on warning signs, safe pruning seasons, root grafts and how oak wilt spreads—so you can protect your trees proactively.

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SIMPLE NEXT STEPS

A straightforward path to protection.

1

Tell us about your oak.

Call, text a photo, or send your location and a brief description of the tree.

2

Discuss options and pricing.

We can review tree size, site conditions and whether preventive treatment may be appropriate.

3

Arrange professional treatment.

When suitable, trained applicators provide preventive trunk injections and follow-up guidance.

Preventive treatment reduces risk; it is not a guarantee against infection or a cure for advanced oak wilt.

LOCAL PRESERVATION IN ACTION

The Freedom Tree: a Lewiston oak worth protecting.

Mature trees are living parts of a community’s history. Saving Oaks helped protect Lewiston’s historic Freedom Tree, a reminder that preserving a cherished oak can mean protecting an irreplaceable local landmark.

Read the published Freedom Tree story

CLEAR, PRACTICAL PRICING

What does preventive treatment cost?

Published treatment guide

$14per inch of trunk diameter

For example, a tree measuring 20 inches across at about four feet above the ground would have an estimated preventive treatment cost of $280.

Every property is different.

  • Discounts are applied when treating two or more trees at the same time.
  • Additional travel charges may apply outside the immediate service area.
  • Repeat preventive treatment may be recommended about every 2–3 years, depending on risk.
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Pricing shown is the current guide displayed on Saving Oaks’ existing homepage and is not a binding quote. Confirm the final price and treatment schedule when you inquire.

QUICK MEASUREMENT GUIDE

Measure across your tree, not around it.

Diameter is the straight-line width of the trunk from one side to the other. For an estimate, measure about 4 feet above the ground, avoiding unusual swelling or root flare.

DIAMETER: USE THIS FOR PRICING

Correct: measure tree trunk diameter straight across A view of a circular tree trunk showing a green arrow traveling horizontally across its center from the left edge to the right edge. 20″ across

Measure straight across the trunk at the measuring height.

CIRCUMFERENCE: CONVERT FIRST

Circumference is the distance around the trunk, not its diameter A circular tree trunk with a gold dashed line wrapping around its outside perimeter. A label explains that 63 inches around equals approximately 20 inches in diameter. 63″ around ÷ 3.14

If you wrap a tape around the trunk, divide that measurement by 3.14.

Measured around the tree63 inches
Estimated diameter20 inches
Estimated treatment cost$280

If you only have a flexible tape measure, wrapping it around the tree and dividing by 3.14 is usually the easiest way to estimate diameter. Actual treatment pricing is confirmed by Saving Oaks after reviewing your tree.

PROUDLY SERVING WESTERN NEW YORK

Local knowledge. Local oak care.

Based in Lewiston, Saving Oaks serves property owners throughout Niagara and Erie counties and nearby communities. Ask about scheduling and travel to your specific address.

  • Lewiston
  • Youngstown
  • Niagara Falls
  • Grand Island
  • North Tonawanda
  • Buffalo
  • Surrounding areas

KNOWLEDGE HELPS SAVE TREES

Helpful reading for oak owners.

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Oak trees and pruning: when to prune safely to avoid oak wiltOAK CARE GUIDE

When to prune oak trees in Buffalo and Niagara County

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Oak tree injection treatment for oak wilt preventionPREVENTION EXPLAINED

How tree injections protect oaks from oak wilt

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Illustrative forest with a mature oak and declining treesFOREST HEALTH

America’s forests are facing overlapping threats

Read article →

QUICK ANSWERS

Oak wilt questions, answered.

When is the safest time to prune oak trees?

For routine pruning in Western New York, fall and winter are safest. Avoid unnecessary cuts from March through September, when fresh wounds can attract beetles that spread oak wilt.

Which oak trees are most vulnerable?

Red oaks tend to be highly susceptible and can decline rapidly after infection. White oaks generally have more resistance, but they can still become diseased.

Can an injection save an infected oak?

Preventive injections are intended primarily to protect healthy trees. There is no guaranteed cure for oak wilt; the prognosis depends on the tree species and how advanced an infection is.

How long does preventive protection last?

Depending on the tree and local risk level, a preventive injection program may provide protection for roughly two to three years. Follow-up timing should be discussed with a qualified applicator.

Can I send a photo before arranging a visit?

Yes. You can text a photograph of your oak to 716-273-5522 and describe any symptoms or concerns. Photos are a useful starting point, but they do not replace a professional diagnosis.

LET’S PROTECT YOUR OAKS

Tell us about your trees.

Have a mature oak you want to preserve? Reach out to discuss oak wilt prevention, tree injections, and a treatment quote for your property.

Serving Niagara County, Erie County and the surrounding Buffalo–Niagara region.

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