Preparing Your Trees for Summer Storms
Preparing Your Trees for Summer Storms
Summer in Maryland often brings unstable weather, in the form of intense electrical storms, high winds, and sometimes hurricanes. In the past this has resulted in a great deal of damage to property, trees, and power lines. Much of this damage was caused by fallen trees and limbs, resulting in property destruction or loss of power. With a little advanced planning, homeowners can reduce the chances of harm to their home and property by surveying their trees for problems. Here are some signs to look for:
- dead wood/limbs with no foliage
- signs of decay such as hollow areas, animals living in the tree, decay at the tree base, or mushrooms growing in a pattern over roots
- trees that may be top-heavy and need crown cleaning, such as Bradford pears
- large limbs over-hanging your house, driveway or sidewalks
If you think your trees may become hazardous during a storm, call Mead Tree & Turf Care for a professional evaluation. Our licensed arborists can help you determine ways to reduce potential property and tree damage, and take care of problem trees before a storm hits. Although having trees pruned or taken down can be an unwanted expense, the damage they can cause during a storm can be much more costly.




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