Ensuring you’re keeping up with every aspect of your landscape is equally important; however, those trees in your yard are often one of the most forgotten pieces! Your trees can withstand a lot, but too much neglect alone can damage them and decrease their health over time.
These possible problems are why it is vital to ensure they’re getting serviced when they should, so you don’t worry about that as an outcome down the line. Which, in turn, will also save you a lot of time and money later on.
Why is it important to have my trees serviced?
Your trees can be a staple amongst the rest of your yard, containing a beauty that is unparalleled by anything else. However, they don’t become that way overnight and often need a helping hand in keeping them beautiful.
Your trees need routine services to ensure they are healthy all year round and continue to grow. Should you leave them to their own devices, you run the risk of a significant lapse in growth, leaf growth, strength, and defense against things that can make them weak.
Keeping up with regular tree maintenance can encourage healthier tree growth, making it easier for the tree itself to continue to grow how it should. This maintenance also drastically reduces the risk of potential injury from falling branches and increases the positive aesthetic of your whole lawn!
In addition, keeping proper care of your trees can keep them from developing diseases, succumbing to pests like moths and various beetles, and better withstand the elements. Overall, the list of good things is endless regarding having tree services done to those growing around your home.
What is included in tree services?
There are many different ways to care for your trees, depending on how big they are, how old they are, and what types they are. The most common, of course, is the act of pruning or trimming the branches of the tree itself. These jobs could mean simply cutting back smaller branches or leaves in areas that are getting too thick.
On the other side, it could mean possibly cutting down whole limbs or more significant pieces that have any diseases or are causing problems for other areas of your lawn. Making sure your trees aren’t in danger of loose/broken branches that could potentially fall is a top priority, and these services are the best way to do it.
Part of your tree services also includes inspecting the tree and surveying it to see if pre-existing damage needs to be addressed. That way, those doing the service know just how far back to trim, how much to trim, and if there need to be more drastic measures taken to protect it.
Smaller or younger trees may require a more delicate approach when servicing them, as trimming can affect their growth. Other services you may need are complete tree removal if it’s beyond saving or possibly emergency tree storm services. These services refer to a downed tree or have large limbs that have fallen due to intense storms.
What are some dos and don’ts of tree trimming?
There are many good practices in tree services, but plenty of bad ones exist too. A couple of the worst things you can do to your trees, big and small, is to prune when not necessary or cut away more than 25%-30% of a tree’s foliage at once! It’s crucial not to prune a less than a year old tree for appearance purposes, only if necessary to keep away disease.
Do not use any form of sealer to cover “wounds” from trimming as that can cause rotting of the branches. Finally, when actively doing the pruning or cutting, climbing trees without proper gear and attempting to cut too high (especially with chainsaws) can cause severe injury to yourself.
On the opposite end, there are some very important do’s to keep in mind when having your trees serviced. When you are pruning or cutting, always wear proper safety gear such as gloves, safety glasses, and long pants. When there have been any storms in your area, taking time to examine your trees for any noticeable damage or loose branches is always a great habit to get into!
Any branches or sections that are thick or extra “bushy” do need to be trimmed, so there’s an equal amount of sunlight and water reaching the whole tree. Branches hanging too close to your home or other buildings on your property should also be taken care of. Plenty of research can go a long way when discovering how to help your trees!
Why should I enlist the help of professionals?
The short answer is yes. It is always in your tree’s best interests to get help from professionals regarding service jobs. There are many “chores” around your landscape you can take care of reasonably easily – such as mowing, raking, adjusting your irrigation settings if you have any. However, some chores are not worth it because of the higher risk of the potential danger they pose to you, your family, or your property. That’s where those handy pros come in!
Having people come out to correctly survey your trees and get an idea of what they all need is highly beneficial, but it doesn’t stop there. They also have all the equipment necessary to do the job correctly, safely, and efficiently.
The skilled folks here at Adam’s Lawn Service Austin have the knowledge needed to service your trees how they need to be and will treat your trees with a higher level of care. When it comes to your lawn, it’s understandable that you only want the best – and it deserves nothing but. The team at Adam’s can give you and your lawn just that!