Trees offer privacy and can make your yard more attractive. But sometimes, tree removal services are unavoidable. Here’s a rundown of when you should have a tree removed instead of keeping it on your property.

5 Reasons to Schedule Tree Removal Immediately

1. Disease & Pest Infestations

Diseases and pests spread from tree to tree. Consult an arborist to determine if the infestation is treatable—if it’s not, it’s better to remove the tree, even if it isn’t dead yet. A dying tree is a safety hazard to the rest of your property, and it’s also more likely to fall or drop heavy limbs.

2. Instability

Severe storms can make trees lean to one side, in which case staking should correct the problem. If your tree leans and you haven’t had any strong winds recently, there could be decay that’s compromising its structural integrity. If that’s the case, staking won’t help—you need to remove the tree before it collapses and possibly hurts someone.

3. Too Many Hanging Branches

Dying trees don’t have the energy to support their branches. If your tree droops, it might pose a greater risk of falling onto nearby structures, vehicles, or people. 

4. Root Infiltration

A tree with an extensive root system can damage nearby structures. Roots often create plumbing backups and leaks because they are naturally drawn to sources of water. In this case, you might need to move the tree or cut it down to save the building.

5. Damage to Construction or Landscaping

Heavy machinery that’s used for landscaping and construction projects can damage trees. Depending on the project, you might be able to navigate around the tree or relocate it—but in some cases, the tree won’t survive the transfer, and it’s more cost-effective to cut it down.

No one likes the idea of cutting down a healthy tree, but sometimes there is no alternative. When you need affordable and thorough tree removal, turn to A&M Crane and Rigging. Serving the Winston-Salem area since 1980, A&M has the equipment you need to remove the entire tree and its stump and root network. Call (336) 889-6000 for a free estimate today, or visit the website to learn more about the company’s services throughout North Carolina.