Severe weather and high winds can pose a significant risk to trees, leading to dangerous conditions that threaten property and personal safety. While you can’t control the weather, you can take proactive steps to prevent tree failure.
One of the most effective ways is to inspect trees for these common warning signs:
- Mushrooms or fungal growths on or near the base of the tree.
- Dead or dying limbs in the upper canopy.
- Cracked stems or limbs.
- Hollow or decaying trunks and root collars.
- Utility wires in contact with branches.
- V-shaped branch unions are weaker than U-shaped ones.
Just because a tree has survived past storms doesn’t mean it will withstand the next one. Trees, like all living things, change over time and require routine care. Regular maintenance and professional evaluation from a certified arborist can help ensure your trees remain healthy and strong, protecting your property and providing peace of mind.
Contact ATE for a professional evaluation.
