The storm season is almost here, and it is only wise to be prepared for the quickly approaching harsh weather conditions. The violent storms that homeowners have to deal with, if left unaddressed, can cause severe damage to the home and landscape. Tornadoes, thunderstorms, and hurricanes can impact even the healthiest of trees. Therefore, it becomes essential to be proactive, care, and maintain trees to protect them and your home during a major storm.
Continue reading to find some essential ways to protect yourself from a tree-related disaster during the storm season:
Inspect
Self-surveying your property is a great way to look for problem areas. Find out trees that are dead, have dead branches, appear diseased or decomposed, have splits, dense canopies, or damaged trunks, which can cause trouble during a storm. If you find trees leaning towards your property, take preventive action, and get professional help to trim or eliminate it. Regular inspection helps you assess your tree's health and save you from troubles down the line.
Prune
Prune your trees regularly to reduce their chances of getting damaged during a storm. We can remove larger dead and weak branches to prevent further damage, trim overly long limbs, and remove branches hanging on the power lines. Strategic pruning can help your trees to survive the storm. If your trees are healthy, they are less likely to pose a threat. Call an expert arborist to preserve the canopy.
Year-round care
Taking care of trees during the year is a great way to maintain their health. Trees that are cared for throughout the year are more likely to adjust to different climatic conditions and seasonal storms. Fertilize them regularly, water them, and mulch their base to ensure strength. See if the ground around the trees is eroded by irrigation, and make sure that the trees develop a robust root system.
Hire a professional
The best way to ensure that your trees are ready to take on the storm season is by hiring a professional. They are certified, experienced, and fully qualified to deal with all tree-related issues. Not all trees are the same, and some are more prone to damage, decay, and diseases than others. Experts can assess your trees, identify issues, and recommend ways to solve them.
After the Storm
Post-storm tree cleaning includes assessing the property for any damage like bent trees and broken limbs. Contact a tree removal service to remove the broken branches and cut the ones partially hanging and have a high probability of falling. Remove trees that have been completely uprooted and are blocking access to your home. Don't make any attempt to remove the trees leaning on the power lines without professional help.
Preparing your trees for the storm season is a good habit to follow to ensure the safety of the trees and your property. So, make sure to add tree storm preparedness to your summer home maintenance project. Hire a tree removal and trimming service company for all your tree care requirements and enjoy the trees in every season without worrying about safety.
Chuck’s Tree Service offers tree trimming and pruning, palm tree trimming, and tree removal, in Pasco, Hernando and Pinellas Counties. 24/7 emergency service. Call us today at 352-747-8182!
