Removing a tree is a dangerous task. If you'd rather not attempt the job yourself, you're not alone! According to Arborists Near Me, two out of three people who have backyard trees would want a professional tree service to care for their trees and related plants. This is the safer and smarter choice. It's best to call a professional tree service as soon as you see that a tree needs to be removed. How exactly do you know if a tree needs removal or recovery? Read on to find out.

It's an Invasive Species

If you learn that one or more of the trees in your yard is part of an invasive species, you should have them removed immediately. Invasive species crowd out native species and hog resources. This eventually leads to a lack of plant diversity and a lack of food and shelter for native wildlife. Invasive trees may be pretty and appear to provide a lot of shade, but their longer-term effects are not positive. You should call tree removal services to remove these and ensure no seed pods or even roots are left behind.

It Was Heavily Damaged in a Storm

Trees in areas with strong storms often end up with broken branches that need to be removed. Sometimes, however, the tree itself needs to be chopped down and taken away. Storms can damage the trunk, either through lightning strikes or wind causing part of the trunk to break away. Excessive rain can saturate and loosen soil, allowing roots to come loose and let the tree start leaning. These trees can't really be saved and need to be taken away by professional tree removal services.

Fungi Are Growing From the Trunk

If you find mushrooms and other fungi growing from the trunk or roots, call tree removal services and have them take a look at the tree. Sometimes, if the fungi are just growing next to the roots, the tree itself is fine. However, some of the fungi can be a sign that the roots are dying, and fungi actually growing out of the tree is a sure sign that the tree's rotting inside. A rotting tree is not a stable tree.

Tree removal can include stump removal, but not always. Ask your tree service if they'll dig up the stump as well. You'll also want to find out how long you have to wait before you can plant anything new in the now-empty spot. If you have any additional questions or concerns, don't hesitate to reach out to Tree Scaping of Naples, Inc today!