When Tree Cutting is Just Necessary
Trees are amazing things, and you may think that cutting them down is just plain cruel. In many cases you are correct, but sometimes tree cutting really is just necessary. There are quite a few reasons why removing a tree is sometimes just the best decision for you and your property. Let\’s take a look at some of the most common reasons.
Species
There are some tree species that are just no longer desirable or good for your property. Some of the characteristics of undesirable trees include weak wood, large amounts of dropping debris, shallow roots, and species that are prone to insects and disease. Other species are invasive and will re-seed all over your landscaping. In all of these cases, cutting is probably the best decision.
Health
In some instances you can save an unhealthy tree and bring it back to life, but if more than 50% of the tree is in poor health your best bet is to just eliminate it. An unhealthy tree will grow abnormally and start to look just plain ugly.
Damage
Some trees that have undergone damage can recover, and others will not have as good of luck. It really all depends on how bad the damage is. Trees that suffer damage from herbicides are likely to recover, but trees with more severe types of damage will probably not. Trunk damage is usually pretty serious and is sometimes a sign of internal decay. Look for vertical cracks, seams, and dead branch stubs. Damage that covers more than 25% of the trunk usually warrants removal. Less than that should gradually heal on its own.
Contact us today at Advanced Tree Care to learn more about tree cutting and when it\’s just necessary. You can follow along on Facebook and Instagram, or you can contact us here if you have any questions.
