A thin vertical seam near the base of a tree trunk is easy to overlook. It can be one of the clearest external signs that decay is developing inside the trunk.
These seams form when internal stress or existing decay pushes outward against the bark from the inside. The crack itself is less important than what it reveals about the tree's internal condition.
Boutte Tree's certified arborists use resistance drilling or sounding techniques to assess internal decay without cutting the tree open. Metro Atlanta property owners trust this early detection to avoid costly surprises during storm season.
Reach out to schedule an assessment for any tree you've been keeping an eye on.
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Close-up photo of a vertical bark seam at a trunk base from a real assessment.
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