~From Roots to Shoots~
Importance of Pruning Trees Near Structures and Power Lines
It will soon be time for the annual leaf cleanup on your property. Trees that shed their leaves are known as deciduous. Deciduous comes from the Latin word decidere, which means to fall down or fall off. Trees “cut off” their leaves in a process known as abscission. This occurs as unfavorable winter weather approaches to conserve water and energy.
Besides the leaf clean up around your lawn and landscape, leaves also tend to find their way on to roofs and gutters creating issues during rain or snow. Tree canopies around structures can cause shade issues that can lead to moldy roofs, stained siding, and unappealing dirty patios.
Trees around your property, especially those near a structure, should be pruned properly to create an adequate clearance and aesthetically pleasing appearance. This is achieved through encroaching limb reduction, canopy reduction, and canopy thinning. These tree care solutions will aide in reducing tree debris on roofs and in gutters, and the issues related to shade.