Dying trees pose many hazards. An unhealthy tree may drop large branches which could cause property damage and injury. I'm sorry to be so dramatic, but someone could actually be killed. Even worse than falling branches, the truck could fail, causing the entire tree fall. Trees have been known to destroy cars and do major damage to houses.
Your property value can be negatively affected by the presence of a dying tree, and make it harder to sell. Trees at the end of their life have fewer leaves, and even the ones they have may be yellowed or otherwise unhealthy looking. To protect your property and all who live or visit there, to preserve your property value and to maximize curb appeal when it's time to sell, it is important to keep an eye on your trees for signs they might be in trouble. Knowing the signs can help you make the decision to call an expert. What Signs to Look For SUDDEN CHANGES Generally speaking, sudden changes in a tree's growth & appearance might be signs of a problem. MUSHROOMS (fungus) Fungus feeds on, among other things, rotting wood. If you see mushrooms on the outside of your tree, this is a strong indication that something is going wrong underneath. CRACKS Cracks open sores, called cankers, indicate disease in trees. Worse yet, cracks and cankers are a gateway for pests, which can further damage the tree. These wounds may come from lightning or other injuries, or may happen from internal disease. POOR LEAF HEALTH Off color or spotted leaves or a shortage of leaves can indicate fungus or disease. Some may effect a few branches while others cause problems for the entire tree. Be aware if your tree is putting on healthy leaves over the entire tree, or if it has bad or bare spots. LEANING We expect our trees to be mostly vertical. If a tree has grown at an angle all its life, that's a different story. If your tree develops a lean, this is a sign that there's a real problem. If the soil heaves, or rises, this could be a sign the tree will ultimately fall. This can happen to an otherwise healthy tree, if the soil is weakened. This happens often when there has been a long rainy spell. What do I do if I think my tree is dying? Contact a professional tree service in your area. If you've read my blog before, you'll know the I recommend Mid-Florida Tree Service. Mid-Florida Tree Service can diagnose your trees. Some sick trees can be saved if treatment is done soon enough. If the tree cannot be saved, Mid-Florida Tree Service can help you decide whether the tree needs to be removed. I'll write more about this topic soon. Perhaps it will continue on the Mid Florida Tree Service website.
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