Trees provide beauty, shade, and privacy for your home. But they can also pose serious risks, especially after a storm. Not all issues constitute an emergency, but knowing when trees pose a risk to your property is essential for the safety of your home and loved ones. Here’s how to identify trees that may require emergency tree service.
After a Storm
After severe weather, inspect your property for any signs of damage. Storms can crack branches or uproot trees, making them a potential falling hazard. If you have partially fallen trees or branches, these are clear indicators that you may need emergency tree service. Especially when they occur near homes, vehicles, and power lines. If a fallen tree blocks access to your driveway or has landed on your home, contact a professional immediately.
Diseased & Unhealthy Trees
If you have a leaning tree in your yard, it may indicate serious instability due to root damage or soil erosion. Cracked or split trunks mean your tree is at risk of breaking apart and could fall at any time, especially in a storm or under heavy winds. Either of these signs means your tree is both unstable and unpredictable, creating an immediate falling hazard.
Overgrown Trees
Large, heavy branches that overhang your roof, driveway, or children’s play areas have the potential to block access, damage property, or create injuries. Overgrown branches near power lines pose even more serious risks. If these branches fall, they could down power lines, create outages, or even start electrical fires.
Recognizing these hazards ahead of time can save you time, money, and stress in the long run. If you suspect you may need emergency service, call for a professional assessment. Better safe than sorry.
At Miller Tree Service, we provide emergency tree service so you can rest with peace of mind. We handle all types of tree emergencies before they become a bigger problem. We offer service for both residential and commercial properties. Give us a call for a prompt assessment.