When it Comes to Tree Dangers, Call a Tree Service Right Away Instead of Ignoring Them

1. June 20, 2017 When it Comes to Tree Dangers, Call a Tree Service Right Away Instead of Ignoring Them Sure, trees are amazing enhancements to a yard. They make you feel closer to nature and they provide privacy as well as shade. But what happens when trees become dangerous? Worse, what happens when trees end up causing injuries or casualties? You may find it hard to believe, but tree fatalities in the United States are real. In fact, more than 100 people are killed by trees every single year. Often, these deadly accidents occur as a result of improper or absent tree maintenance, causing trees to lose limbs or worse, collapse Page | 1

2. altogether. In fact, trees need to be inspected periodically for any possible signs of hazards. Ideally, the problem should be dealt with before an incident actually occurs. Luckily for you, there are tree experts you can hire to help inspect and maintain trees outside your home or along your street. Following are the kinds of tree dangers commonly addressed by a tree service. Root Problems Sure, trees generally are not able to pierce right through a building's foundation. However, they can still damage it. For starters, the tree's roots can end up penetrating a nearby building's foundation through its pre-existing cracks. Moreover, it's possible for large root systems to extend beneath a house, creating uplift in your foundation. In addition, tree roots can also leach water from the soil beneath the foundations. When this happens, the structures may settle or sink unevenly. Tree Decay Decay in a tree poses a most dangerous situation, especially when it reaches an advanced decay stage. It usually indicates significant fungal activity in the tree. The culprits range from mushrooms, to brackets and conks that are already growing on the tree's stems, to root flares. As the tree decays from the inside out, you eventually see the formation of a cavity. At the same time, the wood can become punky, crumbly or soft. Leaning Trees When trees lean a bit as they grow, it's actually normal. However, when it starts to lean just a bit too much, it can indicate anchor root damage or poor weight distribution in the tree—the latter causing extreme instability. The danger increases when exposed roots already surround the base of the tree or cracked, heaving soil develops, especially on the side opposite to the tree's leaning direction. Page | 2

3. Multiple Trunks A tree with multiple trunks or several splits in a single trunk can indicate instability. This situation is especially serious when U-shaped or V-shaped multiple trunks appear; they are weak points for mature trees. On the other hand, you should also watch out for cracks that tend to extend deeply into or right through the tree trunk. Don't wait for these problems to culminate and present an imminent danger. Take the proactive approach and hire a tree service to inspect the tree in your area as soon possible. With a professional keeping your trees in check, you are helping keep everyone in your immediate area safe. Moreover, you are providing your trees with proper care and keeping them happy. About SCS Tree Service: If you want your tree service done right, give SCS Tree Service a call right away. We will go to your area and inspect your trees to determine what can be done to improve the condition of the tree and make it safer for everyone. Our services include tree trimming, tree pruning, tree removal and more. Sources: Tree Dangers, nachi.org Is Your Tree Going to Fall Over?, houselogic.com OVER 100 PEOPLE ARE KILLED BY TREES EVERY YEAR IN THE UNITED STATES, reiffandbily.com, Page | 3