As homeowners, it is essential not to overlook the maintenance of your yard and landscaping. One such maintenance task is tree trimming. Proactive tree trimming is critical to ensure the long-lasting health and vitality of your trees as well as the safety of your home and property.

Here's a closer look at the benefits of proactive tree trimming. 

Property Damage

Untrimmed branches can rub on your roof on windy days, damaging the shingles in the process. Additionally, proactive tree trimming is a sure way of preventing tree branches from falling and damaging your property. Falling branches can cause significant injuries or even death to you and your loved ones if you are around at the wrong time.

Longevity

Trees require regular maintenance to grow properly and have a longer lifespan. Regular and proactive tree trimming ensures the trees have enough sunlight, nutrients, and water to thrive. In addition, proper trimming ensures the trees develop a strong support structure that can withstand environmental stress, which reduces the risk of branches breaking and trees falling.

Healthier

Tree trimming prevents disease. Regular trimming removes weakened, diseased, and dead branches, inhibiting the spread of disease. In addition, trimming allows for proper air circulation in and around the branches, reducing the likelihood of insects, fungi, and other infections. Plus, a healthy tree creates a beautiful outdoor environment for your home.

Cost-Effective

Tree trimming is a cost-effective way of maintaining your trees. By being proactive and trimming before any damage occurs, you are saving money. Emergency tree service is much more expensive in the long run. Not only must the fallen tree be removed, but the stump and root must be taken care of, which is an added expense.

Timing

When to trim your trees is an essential consideration and varies throughout the country. Typically, you want to trim at the start of winter, just as the tree is going dormant. However, in colder climates, like northern Minnesota, a winter trim could do more harm than good. Experts suggest tree trimming be performed at the end of winter or in the early spring to avoid putting too much stress on the tree in colder climates.

Proactive tree trimming protects your property from damage and is better for the health of your trees. Stay proactive to maintain beautiful, healthy trees. To cut or not to cut? The answer is clear. Cut if you want to protect your family, property, and trees.