Tree Risk Assessment: Planning Ahead for Storm Season

As Spring approaches, now is the ideal time to conduct a tree risk assessment on your property. While the cooler months are typically quieter for tree maintenance, they offer the perfect opportunity to identify and address potential hazards well before storm season arrives. By making time to complete a tree risk assessment now, you can ensure that your trees are in good health and properly maintained, keeping your family and property safe when severe weather strikes.

What Does a Tree Risk Assessment Look Like?

Visual Inspection: Visually inspect each tree on your property, looking for signs of damage, disease, or structural issues.

Identification of Potential Hazards: Identify any potential hazards, such as dead or dying branches, cracks in the trunk or major limbs, or leaning or uprooted trees.

Assessment of Tree Health: Look at the overall health of the tree, check for signs of disease, pest infestations, or other issues that may affect its stability.

Evaluation of Surrounding Environment: Evaluate the surrounding environment, including structures, power lines, and other trees, to assess the potential impact of a falling tree or branch.

Documentation and Communication: Take photos of your trees so you can look back at them in the future to see what’s changed, good or bad. You can make it a family activity by spotting the differences and passing on tree safety to your kids. 

Take action: Find something you're not sure about? Better to be safe than a fallen tree on your roof. Snap a photo and send it to us, we’ll be more than happy to give you an honest answer. Our team of qualified arborists can help address any leafy problems and ensure that your trees are safe and healthy for years to come.

Conducting a tree risk assessment in winter is a proactive step towards ensuring the safety of your family and property during storm season. By identifying and addressing potential hazards now, you can enjoy the benefits of your trees while minimising the risks associated with severe weather.