Winter Has Arrived. Are The Trees On Your Property Maintained???

Here at Tree Services of Omaha, we want to help you plan for winter. We have seen first-hand on how much damage can happen by neglected limbs and trunks. Dead or dying limbs are not just bad for your trees, but they can also cause long-term damage to your roof and put cars/trucks/suvs and people at risk as well.

If you are not sure on whether your trees are ready for this winter, take a walk around the outside area of your house and take a look:

Do you have any limbs hanging low or brushing against the roof? Dead or dying branches rubbing against roof shingles can cause long-term damage. Rain or snow leaking into your attic or crawlspace can cause mold, mildew, and even wood rot. Not to mention the damage to your winter insulation – a potential financial disaster.

Do your trees have any dead sections of trunk or rotten limbs? Dead sections put a huge strain on your trees, forcing them to divert limited winter resources from the healthy parts of the tree as they try to repair (often incurable) damage. To add, even if they are not brushing the house, dead branches can easily fall in windy conditions or under the weight of fresh snow, endangering automobiles, people, and blocking exits. Removal can be costly, and, at certain high-volume times of the year, leave you stranded for hours or days.

Here’s the thing: dead, rotting limbs and branches are not only a hazard to your home. Fallen limbs can land on power lines and other utilities, knocking out power to your home and your neighbors’ during the coldest time of the year. Damage like that puts children and the elderly at risk, and electrical fires and loose live wires are major hazards.

That’s why we recommend a proactive approach. Keep an eye on the health of your trees, no matter where they’re located on the property. And be proactive about caring for their health – damage can usually be minimized by having someone come out to look sooner rather than later.

Addressing these risky situations before they cause damage is almost always the more affordable and convenient option. By carefully trimming away the dead limbs and trunk sections, you won’t just be protecting your home and personal property. You’ll also be removing an unnecessary strain on the tree’s limited winter resources, and, by next spring, they’ll be healthier than before, with lusher, fuller leaves and buds.

If you are concerned about the health of your trees, and want to protect yourself from unexpected damages and expense this winter, please feel free to get in touch with one of our customer service representatives in Omaha, Nebraska for a quote, or set up a time for one of our experienced lawn and tree care experts to come out and walk your property. We’ll talk to you about your options, and help you develop a plan of action that’s customized for your property – and your budget.