Trees provide shade and natural beauty that can greatly enhance your curb appeal. But, as with any other part of your property, they require care and maintenance — and occasionally, emergency assistance is required. Here’s a closer look at the differences between routine and emergency tree service that you should be aware of.

Routine Tree Care

Tree pruning is one of the most commonly used services to keep trees healthy and vibrant. Pruning allows arborists to remove diseased, weakened, or cumbersome branches from the tree before the problem gets out of hand. Removing diseased branches could very well save the life of the tree.

Despite the occasional urgency of this service, it doesn’t qualify as an emergency. It’s not something you’d need to call an arborist in the middle of the night for. Likewise, services like stump removal or the planting of new trees aren’t extremely time sensitive. However, such routine services can strengthen your plants and help you avoid potential emergencies later.

Emergency Tree Service

So, what constitutes an emergency? Generally speaking, emergency tree service is required whenever branches — or even the entire tree — have fallen or broken. This is especially common after severe winter storms when heavy branches can fall across the house or yard. In some cases, a damaged branch may still be partially attached to a tree but has the potential to fall on your home. Weak or diseased trees are especially vulnerable to such problems.

These situations present a risk for physical injury and property damage, and careful, professional removal is required. An immediate response — at any time of day — could prove essential in avoiding worse problems.

Not every arborist can assist with emergency tree service — so when you need immediate assistance, call a company like T & L Tree and Landscape in Rochester County, NY. The winner of several Angie’s List® Super Service Awards, their team is equipped to provide 24/7 emergency tree service — even during the winter. To set up an appointment or request a quote, visit them online or call (585) 223-3190.