Maintaining a property means looking after all the trees that grow there. One of the most important responsibilities that come with these landscaping duties is pruning and trimming trees, a job that is best left to tree service professionals. While some might initially overlook this type of work, assuming trees take care of themselves and require little maintenance, there are several major reasons to prune and trim regularly. Greatland Tree Service in Anchorage, AK, shares a few of them below. 

Why You Should Invest in Regular Pruning & Trimming

1. Safety

Rotting, dead, or dying branches can pose major hazards to homeowners, cars, and passersby. Responsible pruning includes cutting away weak or dead branches that could splinter off during storms or high winds. Otherwise, you could risk damage to your roof or family members. 

2. Improve Yard Aesthetics

Because of their size, trees can set the tone for the appearance and aesthetic appeal of the entire property, and thus should never be overlooked by those who take their home’s curb appeal seriously. Strong, healthy trees are vastly more appealing than those with dead branches, and pruning and trimming can beautify your landscaping. 

3. Strengthen Trees

When carried out by an arborist or other tree service company professional, pruning can make your trees stronger and healthier. Cutting away unhealthy branches positively affects the tree: by ridding the plant of a dying or diseased limb, you allow it to refocus its resources on new growth. This ultimately boosts the well-being of the whole tree. 

Greatland Tree Service has 15 years of experience making yards and properties safer and more aesthetically appealing. Their team of experienced professionals specializes in tree removal, trimming, pruning, and stump grinding. They also are proud to have membership in the International Society of Arborists. Visit their website to learn more about their residential tree services, or call them directly at (907) 336-8733.