Tree trimming should be a normal part of your gardening routine as winter begins to transition into spring. Just before the leaves on your trees bud and begin to come back is a perfect time to evaluate the health of your trees and take stock of what your yard calls for in the coming growing season. Why do homeowners need to focus on trimming trees properly? Here are the main reasons why you should make it an annual tradition.
1. Trimmed Trees are Healthier Trees
If any of your trees have any type of damage, illness, or infestation, we can treat it by pruning away the branches and limbs that are affected. Sometimes, those conditions are limited to certain areas of the tree, and we can prevent the damage or disease from spreading within the tree or to neighboring trees by cutting away the affected areas.
If the area near the trunk of the tree is crowded, with branches that are growing into one another, overlapping, and rubbing up against each other, then those branches could become damaged, and allow insects or other problems to find a way into the tree. The branches can even become damaged enough to break and potentially fall. A trim can prevent that sort of damage and will allow us to detect any smaller problems before they become bigger issues.
Also, airflow within the branches of the tree is key. The thinning out the crown of the tree lets more air get through all the way to the center of the tree, and this room for sunlight and fresh air is great for keeping a tree happy and healthy.
2. Safety First
Low-hanging branches over driveways or roads can cause an obstructed view, which can impact safe driving. Branches near utility lines can wreak havoc and cause power outages, fires, or injuries. And falling branches and limbs can happen without warning and create a risky situation for people, property, and pets alike, especially when these branches overhang an area with a high amount of foot traffic in or around your yard.
If your branches are near utility lines, then your utility company will need to trim them, not you (or us). You can call them to let them know about your tree branch situation. But if your safety concern is away from those live wires, we can help make your yard and garden a safer scene for you, your family, visitors, and passersby.
Damaged, dead, or weakened branches are a ticking arboreal time bomb – an accident waiting to happen. Trimming a tree allows you to take an up-close look at the health and well-being of your tree, get a good look at any damaged branches, and remove them before anything bad can happen under or around your trees.
3. Keep Your Yard Beautiful
Trimming a tree is like trimming a beard. If you keep its shape with a plan and intention, it will look tidier, healthier, and more robust. A good pruning can be just the aesthetic update to keep your trees and yard looking their best. After all, what says “spring” more than an excellent new haircut … or a fresh trim for your trees?
Pruning can give your trees a lovely shape, while removing any dead, damaged, or unhealthy branches. Removing damaged branches improves the health of your trees, and healthy trees are beautiful trees. Be aware, though: incorrect trimming or pruning can damage the overall shape and balance of your trees, and can even set your trees up for damage in the future. So, it’s a good idea to get some guidance from a professional tree service if you’re not confident in your strategy.
Call A Professional Tree Company for Tree Trimming Services
For a skilled and knowledgeable homeowner, it is possible to trim your trees yourself, but remember that for an optimal result, it’s probably best to call a professional tree service company to have your trees trimmed safely and properly. We can’t wait to show you how lovely your yard can look.
