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Different Circumstances When Tree Removal Becomes Necessary

ByDave Stopher

May 11, 2021

Trees are an integral part of the environment and are one of the oldest species. Trees have provided us with the required oxygen, cleaning the air, saving the soil from eroding, and having many other benefits. The homeowners and government authorities take good care of the trees planted in the driveways, walkways, gardens, lawns, and other areas. They are pruned in time and inspected for any diseases well in time and are even treated as needed; however, sometimes, the trees have to be removed or uprooted because of the bad condition or the damage they pose for people in that area. This article will discuss the situations when tree removal becomes necessary.

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Trees with diseases

Diseases are the foremost reason for tree removal; some diseases infect the trees so badly that the trees become weak and cannot be treated. If you find your tree has a disease, it is suggested to call an arborist who can examine and recommend the necessary action. It is important to get the trees evaluated and treated in time because sometimes a diseased tree can’t be pruned; thus, it must be removed. When you get the tree uprooted, you save it from weakening, refrain from spreading the disease to other trees, and most of all, prevent the damage that could be caused by the tree falling.

Trees that are dead

It is one of the saddest things to see, but there are times when trees die of various causes. Maybe

because of some disease that could not be taken hold of in time or because of natural reasons, when a tree dies, the only possible thing is to remove it. Trees have a long life, but they lose the strength to withstand heavy storms, rain, or any extra weight with time. When a tree is dying, the branches are weak and may fall off even with heavy winds, damaging the property and people around.

Trees that are damaged

Damage to trees is caused because of extreme weather conditions. Even healthy trees are at risk of getting damaged due to heavy rain, thunderstorms, or winter storms. Mostly, it is the lightning strike that has been seen as the reason for damage in trees; however, it may take years before the damage shows up. Other reasons for damage to trees could be a road accident or any solid object hitting the trees. You will need to call up an expert to inspect the tree and understand the level of damage caused to the tree; if uprooting is necessary, the arborist will inform you.

Trees that are encroaching

Trees grow over the years into huge structures and have no control over the width of their branches when not pruned occasionally; therefore, sometimes, the uncared trees may hamper the property adjacent to them. The tree roots underneath damage the base of the building; therefore, such trees need to be removed. The long and uneven branches of some trees become an obstacle in the power lines, scratching the paint or glass windows of the buildings; hence it becomes necessary for the authorities to get the tree removed to avoid damages, mishaps in the later stages.

Dangerous trees

Certain trees have sharp leaves, needles, or seeds that are harmful health-wise or may pose a danger for physical injuries are to be removed. The regular fall of seeds and needles may be dangerous to pets, kids, and even adults staying in that house. The seeds may get mixed with the pet food, or the child may eat those while playing on the lawn; therefore, to avoid such incidents, the owners decide to remove the tree with the help of a professional.

Final Words

Tree removal might seem a task; in many countries it is even illegal; however, if you have genuine reasons to remove the tree, the authorities approve and permit tree removal. In some cases, you have to get the tree removed at the earliest because of the level of risk and damage related to it; however, in some circumstances, you have the ease to take your time to decide whether you want to remove the tree or not. No matter what the situation is, an arborist is always recommended to get the trees inspected and removed.