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Evaluations That Will Help Determine If Tree Removal Is Essential

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Most people will agree that trees add a certain charm to any landscape with their majesty and beauty—not to mention they are also very efficient at providing you with adequate shelter once the harsh Australian sun makes an entrance. However, this does not directly imply that you should hold on to your trees even when they are showing signs of the need for removal. When tree removal is looming yet you ignore it, you end up putting yourself, your loved ones and your neighbours in danger. Furthermore, you also increase the risk of property loss. Thus, it is imperative for homeowners to call on an arborist whenever they suspect that it is time to eliminate a tree from their yard. Below are a couple of the evaluations you can carry out that will help you determine if tree removal is essential.

Survey the location of the tree

When trees are saplings, it can be difficult for you to know how big they will grow, especially if you are not knowledgeable about the various species. Thus, you may have thought that you picked an excellent location for your tree, only to find that it is progressively becoming a hindrance on your property as the years pass by. To establish whether a tree's site needs to be changed, you should consider several things. Firstly, determine if the tree is blocking valuable sunlight from your home, diminishing the degree of illumination that your property receives. Secondly, inspect the roots of the tree. Some trees have extensive root systems that could end up damaging underground utilities via root intrusion. Lastly, examine the foundation of your home. If you notice visible cracking caused by growing roots, then you have a severe problem on your hands and will need tree removal.

Examine the branches of the tree

Another investigation to carry out to discern if you require tree removal is to determine the health of the tree. This measure is particularly important if you have recently experienced a storm in your area. Be on the lookout for any branches that are hanging off, as these could easily fall over and land on your car or even harm people walking under the tree. Secondly, check the tree for dead branches. If the dead branches are minimal, an arborist can probably prune them off and restore the health of your tree. However, if the dead branches are numerous, it could be indicative of spreading disease, and the best course of action will be tree removal.


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