Is my tree a danger?

Many people with trees on their property can worry about potential risks from unruly branches, for example. Questions that are often asked of tree surgeons include:

Is my tree dangerous? Are the trees on my neighbour’s property a danger? Is the tree too big? Could it fall down? Should I be concerned about leaning? Have the roots moved position?

There are many scenarios that can cause concern for homeowners, whether that’s damage to their property, a neighbouring property or passing pedestrians. If in doubt, it’s best to contact a Tree Surgeon Poole like Tree Surgeon Poole, Kieran Boyland.

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So, what are some of the signs that should be a concern?

Fungus and/or mushrooms at the base of the tree – The presence of these don’t always mean danger or a tree must be felled, but some do signal decay, causing trees to become unstable and ultimately unsafe. Spotting fungal growth should prompt you to contact a tree professional, who can determine if there’s anything to worry about or not.

Dead branches – Big dead branches in a tree are quite common but can also suggest something more sinister might be occurring. The size and coverage of the deadwood is a good indication of a potential problem. If the die-back is appearing on the ends of branches, this could signal a root problem and requires investigation to see if soil compaction might be the problem.

This is unlikely to prove to be a dangerous problem, it just signals that the tree is struggling but not that it’s dead or going to become unstable. However, if the tree sits close to your property or a road, it’s best to have it checked over.

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Decay on the base or trunk of the tree – Any decay is a worrying sign and you don’t need to be an expert to spot the indications. Some decay, though, is a little trickier to identify. Even if you don’t have signs of obvious decay that would require the attention of a professional, you should have your trees regularly checked anyway so any less obvious signs can be quickly picked up on.

To conclude, if you are in any doubt whatsoever about the health and wellbeing of trees on your property, contact a tree professional to provide an assessment. Consider scheduling regular checks of your trees so any potential problems can be nipped in the bud (pardon the pun) and hopefully save you a lot of time, effort and money in the long run.

 

Author: Kei Taylor

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