A tall, beautiful tree growing on your property can be one of the best features about your property as it adds value, shade, and environmental benefits. However, with every tree you have in your yard, it is your responsibility to look after their health and growth and provide protection against disease and damage. Here are some recommendations to help you as you manage a tree and its removal from your yard.

Look For Health Conditions

One of the main reasons that you may need to take action with one of your yard's trees is when they begin to have poor health and need treatments or removal. Some areas of the country experience specific types of insect infestations that cause the tree to begin to die, for example. Treatment with pesticides is the best resolution, but you might also need to remove the tree. Talk to a tree professional about their recommendations.

Disease in a large area of your tree that cannot be treated or death to the entire tree from winter will require you to remove the tree completely. Or an area of the tree trunk that is hollow or there are large cracks in the trunk or branches can be signs your tree needs management. Removal of the tree will then leave the site in your property vacant so you can replace it with a new tree.

Manage Risky Tree Growth

Sometimes a tree in your yard may be growing in ways that make it a risk to your home, power lines, or other nearby structures, which will require trimming or removal. For example, if your tree is growing up against your home and has heavy branches over the roof, this can put your home at risk of damage if there is a heavy wind storm.

Always consult with a tree professional first before you remove the tree to make sure you can take steps to try to save the tree first. However, once you determine the tree is a risk to your property, it should be trimmed back or removed.

Hire a Professional

As a safety issue, it is a good recommendation to hire a tree professional to remove the tree or trim back the necessary branches. Especially large trees in your yard, as they can put you at risk of injury if you try to cut them down on your own. A tree professional will use safety harnesses and equipment to keep them safe from falling.

For more information about tree removal, contact a professional like those at Arborcare Tree Service.