It is a beautiful time of year in our neck of the woods. It seems we may have seen the last of the rain and the warmer weather is upon us. Summer is slowly creeping up on us and after the Spring growth your trees are looking lush and green. If you tree isn’t looking as beautiful as it can look, chances are it may be ill or possibly dead, or it may need a jump start to come back to life. If you suspect your trees aren’t as healthy looking as they should be, there are a number of ways we can treat it before removal is an option. Tree removal is a serious decision and should only be done as a last resort. For example, we have had great success reviving many ill trees by fertilizing the trees, or treating them with an eco-friendly mixture that can treat for pests and any other tree disease that may be harming the tree.
Here are a few ways to tell if you tree may be dying or dead:
- If the roots of the tree are beginning to push their way through the soil, and are looking damaged, the tree may need to be inspected for illness.
- If there is any fungus growing at the base of the trunk, it could be a sign of decaying roots.
- If you notice that the tree is leaning more than it used to, it could be a sign that the tree needs to be inspected.
- If the tree is missing more than 1/3rd of the canopy or looks damaged, it needs to be inspected.
- In warmer seasons, dead limbs have no leaves or are limp. In this case, the branches may be dead are in danger of falling.
Over the past few weeks, we have received
quite a few phone calls from our customers who have had large limbs fall from trees, or even the trunks of trees cracking and toppling over. Thankfully, there was no major property damage, however in the past we have seen trees cause pretty significant damage. If you notice any of the above signs of sick trees, give us a call today and we will inspect your trees for any signs of potential hazards and overall health.
Why you should hire an arborist:
We have seen quite a few fly-by-night tree companies come and damage trees in our area. While we appreciate that they may have come and given a lower bid, it doesn’t necessarily mean that their work will live up to their promises. One important question you might ask the next time you are receiving estimates for tree work is if they are a licensed Arborist.
An Arborist is licensed through the International Society of Arboriculture. To earn the certified Arborist credential, you must be trained and knowledgeable in all aspects of Arboriculture. Every three years an Arborist must either take classes that earn them educational credits or they must retake the certification exam and successfully pass. This process ensures that the Arborist is up to date on all of the latest technology and information that can be quite useful to homeowners.
To check if a tree company has a certified Arborist, you can visit:
International Society of Arboriculture
They have resources for Homeowners that can be useful when researching for your next tree work.
Our Arborist, Henry Kramer is a ISA licensed Arborist. He has extensive knowledge is all aspects of tree care. He can provide Arborist Letters which are often needed for the permit process in some locations, and Arborist Reports for large scale work.