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Thanks to Hawaii’s tropical climate, many trees thrive on the islands. While the conditions may be ideal for growth, many plants can still succumb to disease and injury that put your landscape and property in danger. Fortunately, you can often spot these problems and have the tree treated or removed before an accident occurs. To help protect your home, here are five common signs that it’s time to request emergency tree service.  

5 Problems That Require Emergency Tree Service

1. Trunk Damage

While small cracks in the trunk can heal over time, deep crevices are vulnerable to disease and pests—issues that can spread to other healthy plants in the yard. If a tree care specialist believes the crack is too deep to heal properly, removal will be recommended.

2. Growth Near Power Lines

tree serviceWhen trees grow too tall, their branches can touch power lines. If the limbs fall during a storm or other event, they may damage the lines, risking fires or power outages.

Since these lines pose a serious threat of electrical shock, don’t attempt to cut these overgrown branches on your own. Instead, hire a professional landscaping contractor who’s trained on how to safely remove them.  

3. Unhealthy Foliage

If leaves are suddenly black, yellowing, or otherwise discolored, the tree is likely not getting the nutrients it needs because of pests or disease. Holes and sticky substances on leaves are also signs of pest problems. Emergency tree service is often necessary to save the plant or at least prevent the issues from circulating.

4. Leaning

A leaning trunk usually indicates a tree is close to falling, which puts your property at risk. This issue is typically the result of soil erosion, root health problems, or trunk decay. While some leaning is to be expected, trees that tilt at an angle of 15 degrees or higher should be removed.

5. Breakage

When heavy limbs or trunks split, they become more likely to fall, causing injury or damage to your home and landscape. An arborist will assess the situation, carefully clear away hazardous breakage, and stabilize the tree. If necessary, full removal may also be provided.

 

If you’re concerned about these issues, have Sherwood’s Tree Service determine if removal is necessary. Serving the Honolulu, HI, community, this landscape contractor is equipped to take down trees in a safe and controlled fashion. To help prevent the need for tree removal, they also provide routine upkeep to keep existing plants healthy. To learn more about their capabilities—including 24/7 emergency service—visit this Oahu tree care company online. For a free estimate, call (808) 537-9705.

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