When to Take Action: Why It's Best to Act Fast

Leaning trees can be cause for concern for any property owner. While they may look like they are safe, they can be danger to the safety of your home, family and the surrounding property. We’ll discuss the reasons why a leaning tree should be removed and the reasons why it is best to contact experts.
What causes a tree to become lean?
There are many reasons trees may begin to become lean, for example:
- Soil erosion
- Poor planting technique
- Disease or decay
- Heavy winds or storms
- Root damage
The dangers of leaning tree
Leaning trees can cause various dangers, such as:
- Risk of falling on property or even on individuals
- Power line interference
- Property damaged
- Liability issues
How to decide if a particular tree requires to be taken down
There are several indications that trees need to be removed, such as:
- A leaning trunk
- Cracks in the trunk or branches
- Branch that is dead or hanging
- Shallow roots
- Fungal growth at the base of the tree
FAQs
Can a tree that is leaning be saved?
It depends on the cause of the lean as well as the severity that the cause is. In some cases, a professional arborist could be able correct the lean through cabling or staking the tree. However, in most cases it’s better to get rid of the tree to prevent any possible dangers.
Is it safe to take down an unsupported tree yourself?
It’s not a good idea to cut down a tree leaning yourself. Tree removal is an extremely dangerous and difficult process that should only be carried out by qualified and experienced experts. Doing it yourself may expose you and your family members to risk of injuries or property damage.
How much will it cost to take down the leaning tree?
The price of removing a leaning tree can vary according to a variety of factors, including how big the tree is, its location and the difficulty of the removal. Penrith Tree Cutting offers competitive pricing for tree removal services and we encourage you to get in touch with us to request a no-cost estimate.
Conclusion
Leaning trees be a significant threat to the security of your property as well as those surrounding the area. If you have a leaning tree on your property, it’s important to get it checked by a professional arborist to determine whether it’s time to be removed. In Penrith Tree Cutting, our highly trained and experienced arborists are equipped to handle all tree removal requirements. Don’t put yourself and others at riskby calling Penrith Tree Cutting today at 0480 024 203 to discuss all of your tree removal needs within Penrith. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Make sure you protect your home and the people near you by having any trees that are leaning removed by the experts at Penrith Tree Cutting. Contact us now by calling 0480 024 203 for a free estimate and to arrange your tree removal within Penrith.