Not every leaning tree is a dangerous tree. Some trees grow at an angle from the start, developing root systems and structural wood that naturally support that lean. Others have shifted after a storm, soil disturbance, or root damage, and those are a different situation entirely.
The difference comes down to what you're looking at. A tree that has always leaned slightly and shows no signs of root heaving, cracked soil near the base, or die-back in the canopy is usually stable. A tree that has recently started leaning, especially after heavy rain or wind, often indicates the root plate is failing and the situation warrants a professional look right away.
Additional warning signs: soil cracking or mounding on the side opposite the lean, exposed or snapped roots, unusual canopy thinning, or any lean toward a structure. If you're seeing more than one of these, don't wait on the estimate.
Georgia Tree Company provides free assessments across Alpharetta and Metro Atlanta. Call 404-990-0010 or visit gatreecompany.com.
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