Our goal as arborists is to protect the health of trees in the Tri-cities area. But trees have life expectancies, and, unfortunately, sometimes they die. Dead trees on your property create more than aesthetic problems. They’re also a hazard to property and people’s lives. It’s important, then, to promptly remove dead trees from your property.
Today, our ISA-certified arborists at Promier Tree in Johnson City are discussing the many reasons why quick removal of dead trees is important.
Dead Trees Are a Physical Hazard
The National Storm Damage Center reports that falling trees cause about $1 billion of damage each year. Particularly during thunderstorms or ice storms like Kingsport is prone to see, dead trees can be hazardous and even deadly. This is primarily because the tree’s structure is weakened due to it no longer being able to absorb water or nutrients. This means the tree turns weak and brittle, making it susceptible to snapping or falling in winds or under weight. This can damage either property or people — both a recipe for disaster.
Dead Trees Attract Pests and Disease
The last thing anyone wants to attract into their yards is pests and diseases. But dead trees are a breeding ground for termites and carpenter bees, and those pests attract other critters like moles and voles onto your property. A disease that may have killed the dead tree can also spread to other trees on the property. Removing any dead trees from the property can help reduce those risks.
Dead Trees Can Decrease Your Property Value
Healthy trees can increase your home’s property value in Bristol. In fact, according to the Arbor Day Foundation, planting large trees can increase property values anywhere from 3-15 percent. It only stands to reason, then, that a large, unhealthy or dead tree will do the opposite: it will decrease your home’s property value.
Arborists in Kingsport, Johnson City, and Bristol, Tennessee
Dead trees may seem like a minor nuisance, but they are a dangerous liability. With a dead tree usually bare of leaves, you may feel confident that you can cut the tree down yourself. Please don’t risk it. Dead trees are dangerous because of their habit of snapping or breaking at a moment’s notice. Our ISA-certified arborists at Promier Tree in the Tri-cities area have the education, training and experience to tackle dead trees and remove them from your property quickly and safely. Give us a call at (423) 872-2988, or contact us online today.