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What are the Signs of Your Tree Needing a Risk Assessment

The importance of trees in the fight against climate change and the sustenance of life cannot be stated much and that is taking care of the trees in your property is very important. That is why carrying out a tree risk assessment is very important as it helps in determining whether the trees have structural stability or not. Have a look at the slide to know the signs that signify your trees need a risk assessment or not.

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What are the Signs of Your Tree Needing a Risk Assessment

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  1. What are the Signs of Your Tree Needing a Risk Assessment

  2. Trees are the first line of defense against climate change & proper maintenance of trees is a necessity.

  3. Your trees also require risk assessment from time to time so that they don’t pose any threat to others.

  4. Here are the signs that you must look for while deciding whether your tree needs a risk assessment or not.

  5. Fungal Disease

  6. One of the leading factors that should prompt you into conducting a tree risk assessment is the detection of fungal disease in a tree.

  7. Due to fungal infection, there is a high risk of the branches of your tree falling off & injuring someone on the property.

  8. The roots of your tree are also susceptible to fungal infection & which adversely affects the structural integrity of the tree.

  9. Soil is Disturbed

  10. The soil that holds the trees should be firm so that the roots are strong enough & there is no risk of the tree falling off.

  11. However, any kind of soil disturbance near your trees should be a cause of concern for you.

  12. If there is any kind of soil work carried out near your trees like a stump removal, then you should schedule a tree risk assessment.

  13. Tree Facing Natural Calamities

  14. If your trees have faced natural calamities like hurricanes, flooding, or earthquake, then you must carry out a risk assessment.

  15. The damage that is caused due to natural disasters can take a heavy toll on the trees & a tree risk assessment is very necessary.

  16. In addition to that, the trees are also at risk of catching fire, windbreaks, and flood damage.

  17. Last Assessment Was a Long Time Ago

  18. The problem arises when the risk assessment is not carried out at regular intervals.

  19. That is, years have passed since you last conducted a tree risk assessment.

  20. Most professionals recommend carrying out a tree risk assessment at least on a yearly basis.

  21. C O N C L U S I O N

  22. These are some of the major factors that should prompt you to go for a tree risk assessment.

  23. Get in touch with an Arborist who can help you in conducting a tree risk assessment.

  24. https://www.albertaarborists.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@albertaarborists THANK YOU

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