Trees are a beautiful part of any landscaping, adding a unique touch to your curb appeal. However, when a tree starts to become unhealthy, it can end up causing damage to both your home and the rest of your property. For those of us who are not Certified Arborists, it can be challenging to know when your trees simply need a San Diego tree trimming or more intense intervention.
With that in mind, here are 10 signs that your trees need a Certified Arborist.
How the Leaves Look
When the leaves or needles of your trees are discolored, that could be a sign that your tree is not as healthy as it could be. Leaves might appear yellow in the summer or brown and brittle during the growing season. If any of these occur, you might need a Certified Arborist.
Losing Limbs
While your trees might lose limbs during a storm, if those limbs are falling off, that might be a sign that your trees are in trouble. Branches can also show signs of dying when you see fungus or small holes made by insects. Tree fungus will only grow on dying wood, so if you see it, then call your local Certified Arborist.
Losing Bark
Beetles can make your tree’s bark get very brittle and start to fall off. San Diego tree trimming can help you eliminate branches that have already died and stop insect infestations before more branches die off.
Check Out the Trunk
If you see signs of fungus, boring insects, or missing bark, your trees might be moving into the unhealthy category. By calling on a Certified Arborist, you can address these issues early.
The Condition of the Roots
If your tree’s roots look slimy or show signs of fungus growth, it could be a sign of issues. Roots of a dying tree can also become brittle, breaking off and making your tree vulnerable to falling over.
Decay on the Branches
When the branches of your tree are showing decay or not growing any leaves at all, it can be a sign that your tree is unhealthy or struggling.
Your Tree is Leaning
Does your tree have a lean instead of standing straight? Then you should have a Certified Arborist check out your tree to determine if there is a more serious issue.
Your Lawn Isn’t Growing
If your trees are stopping your lawn from growing, then it might be time to consider San Diego tree trimming. After all, grass tends not to grow as well if there is too much shade.
There is a V or Y Connection
Trees with multiple trunks can be a safety hazard, depending on the angle of their connection, known as the crotch. When they have a Y or V crotch are more vulnerable to snapping.
Root Rot
Root rot symptoms include poor growth, wilted or discolored leaves, thinning canopy, cankers, or fungus. A tree with root rot will require aggressive treatment, but that doesn’t mean your tree needs to be removed. A Certified Arborist will be able to see if your tree can be saved.
As you can see, there are a variety of signs that your tree can give you to let you know that it is not healthy. By connecting with a Certified Arborist when you see these signs, you might be able to keep your trees from becoming so unhealthy that they need to be removed.
Our team can help you to determine what your trees might need to keep them healthy. Also, a Certified Arborist can help you to keep your trees trimmed to avoid potential damage during severe weather. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
Recognized as a top tree care company, Tree Barber Enterprises serves thousands of residential and business customers in North County San Diego. Our Certified Arborists and Certified Tree Workers are highly skilled and extensively trained in the latest arboriculture techniques, which enables us to perform our tasks quickly, safely, and economically.