Should I Remove Trees During Fall?

Short answer: yes! Fall is a great time for tree care of all kinds, including tree removal. Even though plant growth is winding down for winter, fall offers several tree care opportunities not available during other seasons. In this post, we’ll go over a few of these benefits – and the benefits of having these services performed by a pro.

If you’re dealing with a tree-related emergency, such as a fallen tree or branch, call us immediately – any time of the day or night.

Benefits of Fall Tree Removal

Planning your tree removal for autumn is beneficial for several reasons. Broadly speaking, these benefits are as follows:

• Improved visibility: Most trees lose their leaves during cold weather, which means the bare branches are more visible. This makes it easier to spot damaged, diseased branches that may have been hidden otherwise.

• Reduced plant stress: Trees and plants become dormant during winter – in other words, they stop growing and conserve their energy. They also experience stress! In the case of tree removal, stress isn’t an important factor, but when pruning your trees, it’s important to minimize stress to the plant. If trimmed during their dormant period, trees experience less stress.

• Safer weather conditions: Winter in Eastern Massachusetts can bring hazardous weather conditions. High winds, snow, and ice can all cause a lot of damage to trees that aren’t strong enough to withstand them. By pruning or removing high-risk trees before these conditions strike, you could avoid a lot of property damage.

When Should I Remove a Tree?

There are a few signs that a tree needs to be removed (or at least requires some extra attention from an arborist.) They can be hard to spot on your own, so if you aren’t sure what your tree needs, don’t hesitate to call Tree Tech, Inc..

Sick or Dying Trees

Sick trees can cause problems for other nearby trees – and if they die, they become fragile and can pose a risk of property damage. Signs that your tree may be sick or dying include:

• Sparse leaves: If a patch of leaves isn’t growing like the rest, or isn’t showing new growth during growing seasons, the limbs may be sick. It could also be an indicator for the whole tree’s health.

• Peeling or damaged bark: Some trees, like birches, naturally peel. For others, though, gaps in the bark can open the tree up to illness and damage.

• Withering leaves: If your tree’s leaves are turning brown outside of fall, it could indicate illness.

Any of these symptoms is a perfectly good cause to call a tree care professional.

Suddenly Leaning Trees

Some trees grow with a natural lean to the trunk – but if you notice a tree leaning when it didn’t before, especially following heavy rain or wind, it could mean that the roots have become unstable. Naturally, this indicates a risk that the tree could fall – which means it’s a good idea to cut the tree down before it does so.

Trees With Storm Damage

After a storm rolls through, fallen limbs are extremely common. Losing a limb opens trees up to disease and further damage. For minor damage, pruning could solve the problem by restoring balance and symmetry to the tree – but for more severe damage, it could be safer to cut the tree down. This is where input from a professional comes in handy; they can help you decide the best course of action for your tree.

Do I Need to Hire a Professional?

Yes, absolutely. You may be tempted to attempt DIY tree care to save money, but this is an extremely risky idea. Tree removal is very dangerous for people without the skills, tools, and experience necessary to handle it properly. Do not attempt tree removal on your own.

• Increased safety: Removing a tree is always risky. Professionals know how to do it safely, minimizing the risk of harm to people and property – as well as the rest of your landscaping. Cutting down a tree isn’t as simple as sawing through the trunk; there are a lot of other factors that must be taken into account. A non-professional cannot do this safely.

• Industry knowledge and equipment: The safest way to remove trees is with the skills, knowledge, and equipment that professionals can access. A professional can carefully maneuver trees out of tight spaces and minimize damage to the surrounding property.

• Convenient cleanup: Tree removal makes a mess. If you hire a pro, you won’t have to handle it yourself! Additionally, many tree removal technicians also offer stump removal services to ensure the tree won’t grow back.

Call Tree Tech, Inc. for Tree Care in Eastern Massachusetts

Fall tree care is the perfect way to prepare your landscape for winter. If you need a tree removed for any reason – whether it’s sick, unsafe, or just doesn’t fit your current landscape – count on the Tree Tech, Inc. team. Our tree professionals can handle any aspect of tree maintenance, from routine pruning to complete removal and stump grinding.

Give us a call to get started with a free consultation!