As much as we love trees and want to do everything in our power to protect them, sometimes tree removal is a necessity. There are various reasons why homeowners opt for removal, including that a tree is too close to a house.
Trees growing in very close proximity to a home often make homeowners nervous because of the threat of storm damage or problems with the canopy (overtop their roof) or with the roots. Tree roots can actually lead to serious foundation problems.But whether or not you truly need to remove a tree close to a house will depend on factors like the type of tree you have and exactly how close it is to your home. “Close” is a relative term and it’s best for this decision to be made by a professional.
If you are considering removing trees close to a house, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. You want to make the best decisions for your New England property.
In this article we will cover:
Should I Cut Down a Tree Close to My House?
How to Cut Down a Tree Near a House
Choosing Tree Removal in Southern NH, Northeastern Massachusetts, and Southern Maine
After reading this article, you should have a better understanding and level of comfort with your next best steps.
Should I Cut Down a Tree Close to My House?
While we know that trees growing close to a home make people nervous, they aren’t always a problem. Deciding whether or not you should remove a tree close to your house should ultimately be done on a case-by-case basis as the answer won’t be the same for everyone.
There are different reasons why people might consider removing a tree that is close to their home.
As we mentioned, many homeowners have concerns about a tree falling if it is very close to their home. Nobody wants to have the added stress of worrying about a tree crashing through their home during a storm. If a tree is already leaning or has any unstable limbs, that risk might be even higher.
Sometimes these risks can be mitigated with tree pruning services or even cabling and bracing. However, we understand that there is often peace of mind that comes with simply removing a tree that is very close to a home.
If a tree is growing over your home, you might also have a problem with leaves, roof damage, or mold. If it’s a matter of several questionable branches, this might also be solved with pruning, however some homeowners would simply prefer to have the entire tree removed so that they no longer have to deal with these issues.
Roots can also pose a problem when a tree is too close to a house.
Tree roots spread as they grow and can start to cause problems with your foundation or your plumbing. There have also been situations where tree roots have started to lift up hardscaping like patios or walkways. If these problems are occurring, then you may want to remove the tree close to your house before further damage is done.
If you are on the fence about tree removal (and whether it is definitely necessary), a tree care professional can help you make the decision that is best for you and your property.
How to Cut Down a Tree Near a House
Removing trees close to a house does require some extra care and attention. Obviously there is added risk involved during the removal process as you would never want to worry about a limb falling on your home during the removal.
This is one of the reasons we advise strongly against DIY tree removal.
You want to make sure that you are working with a highly trained professional who not only knows exactly what they are doing but who also has all of the necessary equipment.
Removing a tree close to a house typically does involve the use of a crane so that pieces of the tree can be lowered one by one. It is obviously a more involved process with extra precautions taken.
Before the removal process even begins, you’ll want to ensure that your tree undergoes a thorough assessment.
A tree assessment will look at a variety of factors including:
- The size of the tree
- The location of the tree
- The health of the tree including whether the tree is dead, dying, or damaged in any way
- How easily can this tree be accessed and what equipment will be needed
- What structures and power lines are near the tree…
- ...and what could be damaged if the tree or a limb were to fall on its own
A plan will be put into place for the safe removal of your tree so that your home and any other surrounding structures are protected.
Choosing Tree Removal in Southern NH, Northeastern Massachusetts, and Southern Maine
When it comes to something as important as proper tree removal, you want to make sure that you choose a company that is qualified and experienced. Do your research and seek out tree removal services that you feel confident are up for the job.
You’ll also want to look into whether or not they have proper coverage. Tree removal is risky. That’s why it’s really important to hire a tree company that is properly insured. It’s important that any company doing tree work on your property has adequate liability insurance so that you are not liable if an accident were ever to occur.
As you perform your search, we’d love for you to consider Seacoast Tree Care.
At Seacoast Tree Care, our focus is on trees (as our name implies!). We are experts in the field and we’ve been doing this for a long time. When we diversified into lawn care, we grew that business as a sister company that has its own turf experts.
At Seacoast Tree Care, we take the work that we do quite seriously. We started our business with the belief that we are here to care for and protect trees whenever we can. However, when they do have to come down, we know it’s absolutely critical that it’s done right.
Ready for safer and healthier trees at your Southern NH, Maine, or Northeastern Massachusetts home? Request your consultation and get a free quote for tree pruning services. We service properties in and around Stratham, NH, Kittery, ME, and Haverhill, MA. By making a wise choice, you’ll know your trees are in good hands.
