Trees are absolutely great to have around your house. After all, they provide a lot of benefits that can help improve your quality of life. Just like many other features around your home though, trees also require constant maintenance. Without it, it can wreak havoc on your property.
As a homeowner, you take pride in being able to maintain your home so that it can be a very comfortable place for your family to live in. However, there are times when the same trees that give your house shade from the sunlight and keep it just a bit cooler can also put your home in danger.
This is especially true when the tree is already touching your roof. What’s more, the moment the damage occurs, the repair required can be pricey. This is why you should call a professional tree service for help the moment you spot significant issues with the trees in your yard.
Here are some instances when you may need to call for tree removal service right away:
Structural Damage
On windy days, the branches on your trees can sway and scrape against your roof shingles. They can strip layers of asphalt and cause significant damage to your roof. This, in turn, can pose serious problems to your home especially during rainy days when water may seep straight into the structure through the damaged area.
Larger limbs from trees may snap off from high winds. When this happens, they can also break your roof or put holes in them. This would leave your roof susceptible to the elements.
A tree that is suffering from disease or showing signs of damage may eventually topple onto your house and cause damage that may not just require repairs but a major home remodel. It’s always best to have a sick tree removed right away instead of taking chances and putting your home at risk.
Rodent Access
All kinds of animals enjoy being around trees. That includes pests like rats and cockroaches. These pests can use tree branches touching the roof to invade your home. If you don’t get their “pathway” to your house removed soon, you may find yourself with a serious rodent and bug problem.
In the above instances, the best thing to do is to call a professional tree removal company immediately. Keep in mind that trying to remove a tree in your backyard all by yourself may prove to be an unsafe idea as it may cause you or your family some significant injuries. By letting the experts handle it, the problem can be eliminated in a safe and efficient manner.
Sources:
4 WAYS TREES CAN DAMAGE YOUR ROOF, wernerroofing.com
Take care of your trees and be mindful of problems they may bring, articles.chicagotribune.com
