South Bend Trees Removed Safely & Efficiently
South Bend has many older homes with trees that are similarly old growing on their properties. While it’s a last resort, there are times when it’s the best or even safest choice to remove a tree from the property. The tree removal process can be tricky and downright dangerous, so it’s best to contact a local tree service company to carefully perform this task. At Chapla Tree Service, we specialize in tree removal in South Bend, IN, and the surrounding areas throughout Michiana. We take pride in optimizing the experience for our customers, so we offer free estimates when you inquire about services. You can contact us by giving us a call or filling out our contact form online for your free quote and to schedule an appointment.
How To Tell You Need Professional Tree Removal
If you’re uncertain about whether or not you should have a tree removed from your residential or commercial property, read on to learn more about the signs indicating it’s time for tree removal in South Bend, IN.
Severe Storm Damage
If your tree has lost limbs or cracked due to an intense storm, its structural integrity may be compromised. Getting the tree removed may be the safest option.
Rot or Decay
When you can see your tree rotting or decaying visibly by turning soft or crumbling, that means there’s likely decay inside the tree, as well, weakening its structure.
Leaning Trunk
A tree that wasn’t leaning before but is leaning now poses a real threat of falling over and endangering the safety of those around as well as structures on your property like your home itself.
Pest Infestation
Especially if those pests are borers or termites, an infestation of pests on your tree can damage the tree beyond repair.
Damaged Roots
If the soil is uplifted and/or the roots are exposed, the tree may not be as well anchored to the ground and could potentially fall if left on the property.
Too Close to Nearby Structures
Trees that infringe upon the buildings on the property or even power lines in the area can be dangerous or hard to maintain.
Declining Health
A tree that’s gotten proper care and attention but is still deteriorating should be removed before it can pose a threat to your welfare.
Why You Shouldn’t Remove Your Own Tree
Homeowners and business owners may be tempted to remove their own tree on their property, but this comes with risks that oftentimes aren’t worth it, including:
- Serious Injury: Especially if you’re not familiar with handling chainsaws or working on climbing equipment, those lacking the proper training set themselves up for harm.
- Damage from the Falling Tree: Experts know how to carefully manage the trajectory of the tree’s fall when it’s coming down during removal. If you’re not a professional, you may end up in bodily danger or damaging your property.
- Not Detecting Internal Decay: We, as professionals, know the signs that a tree is decaying and unstable and will cut down the tree accordingly, since it impacts the way the tree falls.
- Incorrect Equipment Use: If you aren’t used to using the required equipment for tree removal, you can hurt yourself or damage the equipment.
- Improper Disposal: Tree service companies know how to safely dispose of a removed tree, whereas an amateur may not dispose of the tree properly and cause environmental problems where the tree is dumped.
- Liability: Doing your own tree removal in South Bend, IN, can make you legally liable for anything that goes wrong, including damage to your house, car, or any nearby power lines.
Contact Us To Remove Your Tree
When you need to get rid of a tree on your property, reach out to us at Chapla Tree Service. Call us on the phone or contact us online through our intake form to get a free estimate and an appointment on the books for your tree removal in South Bend, IN.
Frequently Asked Tree Removal Questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
This depends on where your tree is located. You’ll need a permit if the tree is on the strip of land called the tree lawn between your property and the street. If it’s on your own private property, however, you shouldn’t need a permit.
Is it common to remove ash trees from South Bend properties?
Yes, as a result of the rise in infestations of Emerald Ash Borer invasive pests. When trees become infested by the beetle, sometimes the best option is to remove the tree, entirely.
Are there any other important things to note when it comes to considering tree removal?
You should make sure you know whether or not there are buried utility lines that could be affected by the process and also check local ordinances to make sure the tree isn’t legally protected.