You can take care of your trees on your own in many different ways. This can include things like mulching, watering, and monitoring, which will make a difference between healthy and unhealthy trees. But sometimes, there are unavoidable circumstances that require a trained professional, such as an arborist, who can do things in the proper and safe way. The question is: how do you know when you should call an arborist? Our team here at Five Star Tree Services is here to help answer this question and give you some tips along the way.
For starters, for all the small dead twigs that you can reach from the ground, go ahead and clip those off yourself. But when you can no longer reach them, this is when an arborist should be called to finish the pruning. If you do not prune your trees properly, this can cause irreversible damage to your trees and possibly even kill them. When you call in an arborist, they will assess how much pruning is required and then go ahead and safely remove the appropriate branches.
Next up is if you find any sort of fungus or mushrooms at the bottom of your trees. It is very important to call a professional right away because this is a sign that the tree is decaying.
Another indicator you need to call an arborist right away is if you see any hanging, broken, or cracked limbs. These are extremely dangerous and a falling hazard. A professional will be able to safely remove them and then go up in the canopy to assess any further safety problems.
Our last indicator to call an arborist is if an infestation happens to your trees. This can include things like scale, aphids, or caterpillars. There are specific treatments that effectively get rid of these pests and they all need to be done by a licensed arborist.
How Five Star Tree Services Can Help
If there is any doubt in your mind about when to call an arborist, the best thing to do is call them. Our team here at Five Star Tree Services would be happy to stop in and assess your concerns about your trees. Afterwards, they can provide you with a plan that fits your tree’s needs and deliver professional results that will leave your trees happy and healthy. For our Toronto Tree Care services, give us a call at (416) 990-3355!