You love your trees for their beauty, the shade they provide, and the value they add to your property. You may have a tree that’s so old and venerable that it has its own history. But there are times when you need to have a tree removed as soon as possible before it causes very expensive damage or even more damage than it’s already caused. Here are some of those times when quick tree removal is a must.
After a Bad Storm
A violent storm such as a hurricane or tornado can uproot even the sturdiest tree. Indeed, a storm that doesn’t seem violent at all can do irreparable damage. An ice storm, for example, can snap even an old and sturdy tree like a matchstick, break heavy branches, or cause the tree to bend in a way that’s precarious. If a storm-damaged tree is too close to a structure or electrical wires, it needs to be taken down.
The Tree Is Sick
Sometimes, you can tell if a tree is terminally ill. Its bark peels in ways that are unhealthy and unsightly. Its leaves are yellow or brown, mildewy, or spotted during the growing season, and its branches are falling off. The tree weeps sap or other fluids. The bark is full of holes, harbors mushrooms, and grows water sprouts. A sick tree needs to be taken down as soon as possible, even if it’s not near anything that it can fall on and damage. This is because whatever is making it sick might spread to other trees.
The Tree Is Leaning
It’s remarkable to see a tree that is perfectly straight, but a tree that develops a really pronounced lean after it’s been growing more or less straight is problematic. Other signs that leaning is a problem are a root plate that’s heaving up and cracks and fissures in the bark. This is a sign that the tree is in danger of falling over.
Damaged Roots
If you suspect your tree’s roots are damaged or rotting, you’ll need to call an arborist to check it. The problem may or may not be solvable. If it’s not solvable, the tree is in danger of toppling over and needs to be removed.
The Tree Is Hollow
A tree can live if its trunk is hollow, but a hollow trunk also means that the tree is not strong. Because of this, it can be easily pushed over or uprooted during a storm. A hollow tree needs to be removed.
Call Us for Emergency Tree Service
If you notice any of the above problems affecting your tree, call for emergency tree removal as soon as you can. A heavy tree that falls on the roof of your house or the roof of your neighbor’s house or takes down electrical wires is something you want to avoid. For expert tree removal, call our arborists at Lafayette Huesca Tree Services in Lafayette, Indiana.
