Making the Right Choice: Removing vs. Stabilizing a Leaning Tree

Leaning trees are cause for concern for property owners. While they may look like they are safe, they can be danger to the safety of your family, home and other properties. This article will explore the reasons behind why leaning tree should be removed, and why it is best to contact the professionals.
What causes trees to be lean?
There are several reasons why a tree may start to lean, including:
- Soil erosion
- Poor planting technique
- Deterioration or disease
- Heavy winds or storms
- Root damage
The dangers of a leaning tree
Leaning trees can pose a variety of dangers, such as:
- Risk of falling on property or even on individuals
- Power line interference
- Property damage
- Questions of liability
How do you decide if a particular tree requires to be removed
There are a variety of signs that indicate trees need to be removed, such as:
- A leaning trunk
- Cracks in the trunk or branches
- The dead branches or the hanging ones
- Shallow roots
- Fungal growth near the base of the tree
FAQs
Can a leaning tree be saved?
It’s all about the source of the lean as well as the degree that the cause is. In certain cases an arborist with experience could be able correct the lean by fixing the tree or by cabling it. However, in most cases, it’s best to remove the tree in order to avoid risks.
Can you safely remove the leaning tree by yourself?
It’s not a good idea to remove a leaning tree by yourself. Tree removal can be an extremely dangerous and difficult process that should only be handled by skilled and experienced professionals. If you attempt to remove a tree yourself may put you and others at risk of injuries as well as property destruction.
How much does it cost to take down a leaning tree?
The price of removing the leaning tree may vary depending on several variables, including its size, the location and the degree of difficulty involved in the removal. Inner West Tree Removal offers competitive pricing for tree removal, and we suggest that you contact us for a free estimate.
Conclusion
Leaning trees can pose a serious threat to the security of your home and the people surrounding it. If you have a leaning tree on your property, it’s essential to have it assessed by a certified arborist to determine if it is required to be removed. At Inner West Tree Removal, our highly skilled and experienced arborists can handle any tree removal need. Don’t put yourself or others at risk, call Inner West Tree Removal today at 1300 636 143 for all your tree removal needs in Inner West. Don’t delay until it’s late. Secure your home and the property around you by having any leaning trees taken down by the experts at Inner West Tree Removal. Contact us now at 1300 636 143 for a free estimate and to book the tree removal service you need in Inner West.