Trees are a common element on commercial and residential properties. Especially once they have matured, keeping these trees healthy is often simple. Trees can become a risk when the trees lose their integrity. In addition to considering their current age, size, and overall condition, taking the time to learn about the tree species in your landscape can help you spot potential problems. Though some simple pruning and trimming can save a tree, for instance, more severe problems often call for the removal the tree for the safety of you, others and property. The signs a tree might be hazardous is what we at Crecraft For TreeCraft Tree Service would like to share today.

Cracks & Splits in Trees

A deep split in the bark is a crack found on a tree. It is common for dying trees to develop cracks. It is recommended that tree with a crack gets removed before it can cause catastrophic damage. If the early detection was made, the tree can often be saved if it has one minor crack. Keep in mind that when a crack extends through the stem, the tree is unsavable. If it bears multiple cracks, or if a crack is connected with another defect, the tree might be deemed hazardous as well. The health concern might be serious and will require removal of a tree when the trees’ branches consistently crack or break off the tree as well.

Rotting Tree Roots

The tree can become an extreme hazard if they are compromised, since roots are the foundation of a tree. wind can cause the tree to fall over, potentially landing on someone, a pet, or property when the roots are not strong enough, as they are designed to anchor the tree down. Especially if they look dead, severed, or unhealthy, roots exposed out of the ground indicate a hazardous tree.

Weak Branch Unions

It will leave one or even both branches without the proper nutrients, causing poor growth when two branches are trying to grow too close together. Before a larger problem manifests if you catch the growth soon enough, the union branches would need pruning.

Cankers in Trees

Canker is when the bark has indented in or is completely void. Generally, the cankers occur because of diseases or injuries. Excessive cankers are an indication the tree is a safety concern due to the actually cause.

Dead Wood

When the tree’s wood looks dead on the trunk, branches, or the stems, you need immediate removal. Dry and unbendable, and it looks and feels brittle are characteristics of dead wood.

Tree Decay

The decay in trees begins internally and spreads outwardly, generally. The tree has been suffering for some time when there is signs of decay. A few common signs of decay include:
– Holes in the tree
– If the wood is soft or crumbly
– Fungal activity, such as mushrooms

Poor Tree Posture

When you notice unusual in the tree, the condition of the tree is poor.

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Call Crecraft for TreeCraft Tree Service if you suspect ailing or hazardous trees and we can determine if the tree simply needs pruning or trimming, or if the entire tree needs to be removed.