Tree Dangers
This part of a tree is the most common cause of roof damage during a storm.
What are overhanging branches?
Tree roots can invade these underground structures and cost thousands to repair.
What are sewer lines or foundations?
True or False — A healthy oak tree can drink up to 100 gallons of water a day.
What is True?
If you see mushrooms growing at the base of your tree, it could mean this.
What is root rot or decay?
This heavy-duty truck is often used to haul away massive tree debris safely.
What is a chipper truck?
True or False — Dead trees are more dangerous in the summer than in the winter.
What is False? (They are dangerous year-round, especially in storms.)
This type of insurance claim is one of the most common after a tree falls on a home.
What is roof damage?
This is the average lifespan of a pine tree in a residential area compared to one in the forest.
What is much shorter (due to stress, soil, and exposure to storms)?
Cracks in the trunk or peeling bark are signs of this hidden danger.
What is structural weakness?
Professional tree companies are trained and insured to prevent these two costly problems.
What are property damage and personal injury?
A tree leaning more than 15 degrees after heavy rain is usually considered this.
What is a hazard tree?
Cutting back trees away from your roof reduces this problem that can cause leaks and mold.
What is clogged gutters?
Trees can weigh this much per cubic foot, which explains why they crush cars and homes when they fall.
What is up to 60 pounds per cubic foot?
When branches drop suddenly without warning, it’s known as this phenomenon.
What is “sudden limb drop”?
Hiring a certified tree service can actually increase this financial aspect of your home.
What is property value?