Proper Tree Maintenance to Prevent Storm Damage on your Property

3/1/2021 (Permalink)

Take these tips into consideration to protect your home from storm damage.

Oftentimes when a storm hits there are tree branches scattered all over the place. During a storm the wind and rain cause branches to break off which may even cause damage to your home. To help prevent the chances of a storm causing damage to your home follow these tips. 

Proper Trees to Plant

Something that needs to be considered before planting a tree is the location of where you live. It is crucial to plant trees that are native to the location where it is being planted. This is because native trees are better suited for the environment and weather conditions in its native area. It will help the tree stay healthy and strong longer, preventing it from causing damage to your home during a storm. 

Also when you are looking to plant trees make sure it is grown properly. It can help guarantee it grows to be strong enough to withstand the weather conditions. Rather than having a bunch of support around the young tree being grown minimize the support and let it become adapted to the wind and environment. This will help the tree to have a stronger base and roots which will support the grown tree and allow it to withstand the environment. 

Removing Dangerous Trees

It is important to remove trees that appear hazardous, especially before your location's stormiest season. This is because they will likely fall and cause a lot of damage to your home. There are things to look for when trying to identify what may be a hazardous tree on your property. Things like cracks in the trunk, decay of half or more of the tree, dead branches, etc. These are some key indicators of a tree that can be dangerous to have near your home, on your property, or even near a powerline. Be sure to keep a close eye on trees that may be showing any of these indications. If unsure contact a specialist, and remove if necessary.  

Pruning Your Trees

It is common for homes to have damage due to dead or broken branches that come down in a storm. Even without heavy winds weak branches can still break off and cause damage. This is why pruning your tree is important because removing all the weak and dead branches can prevent damage further down the line as well as keep your trees healthy. 

Be cautious of the damage trees can do to your property. It is important to have the proper maintenance and upkeep of your trees. Here at SERVPRO, we are here to help provide you with any cleanup or consulting you need. Give us a call or visit our website for more information. SERVPRO of Northern Summit County is here to help!