- · Trees with signs of decay in their trunks or roots
- · Potential uprooting trees could have a mound around the trunk area
- · Trees with a heavy lean towards a structure
- · Dead, diseased or dying crown of the tree
- · Check the bark for cracks, splits or discoloration
Trees are beautiful and useful additions to any garden or yard. It can be difficult to part with them, but sometimes it is best to remove the tree before disaster strikes. Are you worried that a tree may potentially damage your home or office building? Has a tree already fallen on your property? Trees can either enhance a landscape or present a hazard to your property due to several factors. Having certain trees removed can spruce up your yard, allow for better landscaping with new trees, or prevent damage from trees falling on your home or business.
Humidity, rainfall, a warm climate, all make it possible for our beloved trees to grow healthy and strong. However, sometimes the weather extremes can cause detriment for our trees and tree removal is something that at times can’t be avoided. Dead, dying, and precarious trees should be removed lest they cause extensive damage and harm to nearby property and pedestrians. Trees are generally sturdy structures that can live tens or even hundreds of years. However, they can come crashing down in an instant if they are diseased, decayed, or damaged.
A diseased or damaged tree can come crashing down on cars, roofs, fences, utility lines, or pedestrians at any moment. When the tree is on your property, you will be liable for the damages. Insurance policies may not cover damages if it was preventable.
Here are some warning signs to be on the lookout for: