If there’s an unhealthy or dying tree in your backyard, waiting to take care of the problem may cause a lot more damage in the long run. Apart from the costs to your own yard, an unhealthy tree that falls over into your neighbor’s property could leave you facing high repair bills. The outdoor professionals at Aloha ‘Aina Landscaping help residents in the Aiea, HI, area with tree removal as well as a variety of other lawn services, including landscape design and maintenance.

Here, these landscaping experts share some unhealthy tree warning signs to watch out for:

• Cavities: Cavity holes can be caused by the weather or human interactions with the tree. If the hole is large or close to its base, your tree could be unhealthy and in danger of falling over.
• Mushrooms: If mushrooms are growing around the base of the tree, this could be a sign of inner decay, which means your tree is dying.
• Leaning: If the tree shows signs of an irregular growth pattern, it might indicate it is not structurally sound. This can be caused by the weather or abnormal growing conditions. 
• Bare Branches: Unless it’s winter, if the branches are bare when they should be covered in leaves, the tree is likely unhealthy. Branches on just one side of the tree can also indicate trunk and root damage.

If you suspect a tree in your backyard is unhealthy or dying, don’t wait for damage to occur before you take care of the problem. Residents in Aiea, HI, can turn to the team at Aloha ‘Aina Landscaping for help. To schedule an appointment for tree inspection and removal, call (808) 291-0143. You can also visit their website to learn more about their landscaping and lawn installation services.