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Preparing Your Trees for Summer Storms

Preparing Your Trees for Summer Storms

Summer brings free time, vacations, and happiness, but it also brings summer storms. Homeowners and business owners that…

Jul 04,2019

Summer brings free time, vacations, and happiness, but it also brings summer storms. Homeowners and business owners that live on coastal states should be prepared for hurricane season by stocking up on backup food, investing in a standby generator, and so on, but do not forget to prepare your trees. During a violent storm, trees can turn against you as rapid winds turn trees into flying missiles. Here are some tips on preparing your trees for summer storms. If you have questions or would like the assistance of a certified arborist, call Sesmas Tree Service.

Preparing Your Trees for Summer Storms

Prune Those Vulnerable Branches

When we think of damage by trees during a hurricane or violent storm, we often think of entire trees crashing against the house or car. However, those are only rare and severe cases. Usually, it is branches that first rip off the tree and come flying against property and persons. So, it is important to prune vulnerable and weak branches. Pruning includes identifying weak branches and safely removing them without harming the rest of the tree. If you would like to schedule a professional pruning appointment, call Sesmas Tree Service.

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Fortify the Base

Though rare, there definitely is the chance of a tree either coming down or ripping straight out of the ground. Although we cannot control the intensity of the coming winds, we can fortify the base of our trees. The roots are what hold the tree down in addition to transferring nutrients to the tree. Adding mulch around the base of your tree is a great way to contain moisture and provide nutrients for the roots so that they are sturdier. Mulch also makes the place look more attractive.

Check for Cavities

Humans are not the only ones to get cavities. Tree cavities mean weak, hollow, and easily damaged trees. The reasons for cavities are many and the treatment options are as well. If you notice your tree has a cavity or decay, then we recommend you call a certified arborist to take a look. In the worst-case scenario, the tree breaks at that point during a storm and causes devastating damage. Even in the absence of a storm, a cavity can put you, your family, and your property at risk. Call Sesmas Tree Service to have a certified arborist take a look and remedy the tree cavity.

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3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

Ed Martin

Take Care Year-Long

If you want a sturdy tree that can withstand the brutal winds of a storm, then you have got to take care of that tree year-long, not just two days before the storm. Provide the tree with proper watering and nutrients. Address diseases as soon as possible. Prune branches that are diseased, damaged, or over-draining the nutrients. If you would rather have a professional take care of the maintenance, you can call Sesmas Tree Service. We are a family-owned business with over a decade of experience, certified arborists, competitive prices, and exceptional focus on customer service. Call now to speak with a friendly representative and schedule your appointment.

 

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