Sometimes it isn't always necessary to pull a tree out of a location. More often than not, there are ways that can be employed to retain healthy trees while still balancing the natural needs of the tree with those of its environment and the individual's own needs. There are several techniques that are employed when trees need to be removed, but most times there are several different trees needing to be removed or planted in their place. There are certain times when a tree should simply be removed because of the amount of dead or dying branches that are found.
Dead branches should never be allowed to remain on the property. This gives the possibility of spreading diseases and making the surrounding areas unsafe. Also, when a tree is felled, there is a greater chance that weeds will grow through the holes that have been cut in the bark. When weeds start growing through these holes, they provide the perfect medium for insect and disease to spread throughout the yard and affect plants and other vegetation. The best thing to do is to have the tree completely removed so that no more damage can be caused by falling leaves and twigs.
When there is a lot of wind that is occurring, then it may need to be removed. Trees that are in high winds are more likely to break and fly during storms. If there is a tree that is located near a body of water, then this would also need to be removed. Strong winds are more likely to move the large branches of a tree, which may need to be moved in order to keep them from becoming damaged. This applies even when the tree is already in the ground.
A tree should also be removed if there is a large amount of decay within the stump. If decay has set in, it will continue to spread, eventually weakening the entire tree. If you have any doubt as to whether or not a particular tree is salvageable, then you should contact a local tree removal company to inspect it. Once it has been inspected, then it will be easier for you to know if it can be saved or removed. Saving a decayed or weak tree would cost a lot of money if you had to bring it down on your own. A professional tree removal company will be able to remove a tree that is too weak or decayed to take down on your own, saving you money in the process.
A tree that is damaged or killed due to an earthquake, hurricanes or severe weather may also need to be removed. Depending on the area where the damage is occurring, it will determine when to remove the tree. If it is damaged, then it may take a long time for it to regrow. If the area of impact upon the tree is extensive, then it may require that a crane be used in its removal. Cables and wires will need to be removed before it can be lifted off the ground, so that it does not affect other plants or grass in the area.
When to remove a tree is something that you should consider carefully. You should consider all of the costs involved with removing the tree, such as the price of a crane, the cost of cutting it down, the cost of moving it and any power lines that may need to be cut. You should also take into consideration the effect that the tree will have on the surrounding areas. If it weakens the foundation of a house or other buildings, for example, then it may need to be removed.