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Trees are usually considered an asset for your property, because they are beautiful and provide shade. However, trees can also cause damage if they fall during large storms or high winds. Proper tree trimming by a certified arborist is the best preventative measure to keep your property safe, and in Jessup, MD, Columbia Tree & Lawn Service are the tree experts residents trust. Here, they explain how trees can cause damage and how maintaining them keeps your family and your property safe.

How Trees Can Cause Damage in a Storm

Severe winds can cause even large trees to fall over in a storm. It’s also possible for big branches to crack and fall during a big storm, potentially damaging your house, shed, or car. Tree damage is more likely to occur when the tree is already lopsided due to a previous storm, when the tree has been topped, and when the tree is already rotting at the roots or stems.

How Tree Trimming Prevents Storm Damage

tree trimmingIf you have trees that need some help, the best time to call an arborist is before the next storm. For a skilled professional, it’s easy to see the signs that a tree may not hold up under pressure. It makes sense to remove branches that are already rotting, take down entire trees that already have large cracks or severe root damage, and trim trees that might interfere with the powerlines.

It’s good practice to have your trees pruned regularly to encourage good branch angles, too. When branch angles are narrow, they tend to be weaker and therefore more susceptible to storm damage. It’s also important to cut down problematic branches before they become too big, if possible.

Proper tree trimming by an arborist can save your property from excessive storm damage. Give Columbia Tree & Lawn Service a call at (410) 740-5444 to evaluate the trees on your property before the next storm. Visit the website to learn more about the services offered or use their online contact form to get in touch. 

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