Is my big tree creating a safety hazard? Should it be removed?
Having big trees in your yard can make your property more attractive. However, when big trees are unhealthy, they are more susceptible to toppling over during windstorms, which could lead to expensive property damage and could even cause severe injuries. So if you are concerned about the health of a big tree on your property, then you should have an experienced arborist come by to check it out and determine if it needs to be safely cut down. At Jireh Tree Care, our local arborists provide expert tree removal in the greater Fort Lauderdale area. Even if the tree is growing right next to the house, we can safely remove it and will be sure to clean up all debris from the job.
Warning Signs that Your Big Tree Is Posing a Safety Hazard
A big tree is more likely to come crashing down in high winds if it is dead, dying, diseased, or damaged. This makes it important to professionally assess such trees and remove them as necessary before the next windstorm hits. Signs that a tree is dead or in poor health include having no/few leaves, major insect damage, widespread rot, significant bark loss, and open wounds. In some situations, just an unhealthy limb will need to be removed, rather than the entire tree. If a big dead limb comes crashing down, it can also cause serious damage. Big limbs are best removed by an experienced arborist. When a limb rips away on its own or is cut away by someone who doesn’t know what they’re doing, the tree can suffer a wound that opens it up to disease. An arborist will make smooth cuts that heal well.
A big tree may also create a safety risk if it has significant damage to its root system. When roots are damaged, the tree may no longer be able to hold itself strongly in the soil when a strong wind gust hits it. In some cases, roots are damaged during landscaping and excavation projects.
Tree Removal in Fort Lauderdale, FL
When you need
tree removal in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding area, contact Jireh Tree Care at
(754) 280-2855. Feel free to give us a call today to request a free arborist estimate in Fort Lauderdale!