Most tree emergencies don't come out of nowhere. There are usually warning signs for weeks, or months, before a tree actually comes down.
Look for a noticeable lean that wasn't there before, mushrooms or fungus growing at the base of the trunk, large dead branches in the upper canopy, and cracks or splits running along the trunk. Roots that have started lifting the ground nearby are another sign the tree may be losing its grip.
Any one of these signs alone might not mean much, but a tree showing more than one is worth a professional look before the next windstorm or heavy snow load puts it to the test.
Mike The Tree Guy evaluates hazard trees across Northern Michigan and gives homeowners a straight answer on whether a tree needs to come down or can be safely managed.
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Authentic job photo preferred: a close-up of fungus at a tree's base, a visibly leaning tree, or an arborist inspecting a trunk for cracks. Real, specific hazard signs photographed on local properties are more persuasive than generic tree stock images.
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