Reasons to remove a tree
Poplar with rotting roots
Spruce damaging foundation
Poplar with rotting roots
- The tree is too large for its location and poses a danger if it should fall or drop branches.
- The tree is in the way of construction or will be mortally damaged by heavy equipment.
- A disease or insect infestation will eventually cause tree death or spread to other trees.
Poplars with storm damage
Spruce damaging foundation
Poplar with rotting roots
- The tree has structural problems, such as interior decay.
- The tree has formed a bad crotch
- There are cracks in the main trunk or leaders
Spruce damaging foundation
Spruce damaging foundation
Spruce damaging foundation
- The tree was damaged in a storm. If enough of the tree was damaged it may be beyond repair.
- The tree is growing too close to – or the roots are encroaching on- your house, barn, utility lines or other structures.
- The tree is leaning in a dangerous direction, like toward your house, driveway, deck or your childrens’ play area. Sometimes this is not so obvious!