While it can be sad, trees in homeowners’ yards sometimes need to be removed. A falling tree can cause serious damage to houses, vehicles and businesses. Here are a few situations in which you might want to cut down a tree to start the new year.
Dead, Dying and Diseased Trees
If a tree is dead, dying or diseased, it is extremely likely to fall during high winds. If a tree is infested with insects, the wood-boring bugs could find their way into your home, which could lead to serious damage. Here are a few signs that a tree could be affected by this type of infestation:
- Soft, dry wood
- Small holes in the tree
- Visible insects
- Larger holes (caused by woodpeckers)
If a tree is dead or dying, you are likely to observe some or all of these signs of decay:
- Brittle branches
- Leaves out of season
- Areas of soft, dry wood
Damaged Trees
If it is simply the branches that are damaged, you will be able to trim them to solve the problem. However, trees usually are not able to survive if their trunk is damaged. Thus, these trees present a hazard and need to be removed.
Trees in Overcrowded Groves
If there are multiple trees in the same small area, they will compete for water and nutrients. So, one or more of them should be removed to reduce competition.
Trees With Shallow Roots
Shallowly rooted trees are extremely likely to fall during high winds, so they should be removed as soon as possible. If large areas of roots are visible, the tree may be too shallowly rooted to withstand strong winds. An arborist will be able to tell if the tree needs to come down.
Trees That Block Roads and Pathways
If a tree is blocking a road or pathway, it may be possible to alleviate the problem by trimming branches. However, if this is not the case, you will need to remove the tree.
Trees That Are Dangerously Close to Property and Power Lines
If a tree is located precariously close to your home or power lines, simply trimming branches may resolve the problem. If this doesn’t work, the tree will need to come down.
Give Us a Call Today!
We are the best company in the area to choose for tree removal. We have years of experience removing trees of all shapes and sizes. So, if you live in Providence, RI and need a tree taken down, call Curran Tree Inc today!
