As the seasons change, gusty winds commonly blow through this area causing tree limbs and branches to bend dramatically and even break. While deciding to cut down a tree on your grounds can be difficult, removal may be necessary to protect your property from damage and avoid injury to people and pets. However, you do not want to remove a tree unless it is necessary. How do you know if your tree should be removed?
The Tree Is Dead or Decaying
Dead trees are weakened and could lose large branches or fall over at any time. While it is easy to spot a dead tree in the spring and summer when healthy trees have full foliage, it is more challenging in the fall. A dead tree will have no leaves and dry, brittle, or peeling bark. You may notice fissures in the trunk, and some of the branches may be lying on the ground. Dead trees may also grow fungus or have decaying roots. These trees should be removed as soon as possible.
The Tree Is Severely Damaged
Even if the tree has healthy foliage, bark, and roots, removal may still be necessary. Storms and disease are common causes of severe tree damage. While some trees with less severe damage can be cared for and restored to health, others have such extensive damage that they must be removed. For example, a storm may have damaged a tree so significantly that it is unstable and could tip over. In addition, diseased trees are weak and are more likely to break or fall. In some cases, a diseased tree attracts insects. If a tree appears to be infested with bugs, it likely needs to be removed.
The Tree Is Too Close to Power Lines
When strong winds blow, tree branches could knock down power lines and create a tree emergency. An unhealthy tree is particularly concerning as it may shed branches and limbs even when the winds are calm. Damaged power lines can cause blackouts and fires. Because trees continue to grow to maturity, an annual assessment of a tree’s proximity to nearby power lines is in order.
Request a Consultation Today
As winter approaches, it is important to prepare your property for changing weather conditions. If you are still unsure if one of your trees should be removed soon, a consultation can shed light on the best course of action. Request a tree removal consultation with Roots Up Tree Company in Boulder, CO, today.
