Dead wood in a tree's canopy is one of the most predictable hazards on a residential property, and summer thunderstorm season is when it becomes most dangerous. Unlike a healthy branch that bends under wind load, dead wood snaps. It doesn't give warning signs during a storm, and it doesn't need a severe weather event to fail, just a sustained gust or a heavy rain.
The challenge is that dead branches can be hard to identify from the ground, especially once the surrounding canopy fills in with summer foliage. Signs to look for include branches with no leaves when surrounding growth is full, bark that is loose or peeling away from the wood, and branches that appear gray or bleached compared to the healthy wood around them. Any branch positioned over a roof, driveway, or outdoor living area deserves a close look before storm season is fully underway.
New England Tree provides professional assessments for Fairfield County properties throughout Danbury, Darien, Greenwich, Ridgefield, Wilton, Weston, and the surrounding area. A dead wood assessment and removal can be scheduled quickly. Call (203) 790-8085 or email office@newenglandtree.us to set up a free estimate.
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