A tree that leans toward the house isn't automatically a problem, but it's worth having someone who knows what to look for take a closer look. Root heaving, cracked soil on one side of the trunk, and a lean that's gotten more noticeable over the past year or two are all signs worth paying attention to.
The tricky part is that a slow lean can look stable for a long time right up until it isn't. We walk the root zone, check the soil, and look at the tree's overall health before making any recommendation, because not every leaning tree needs to come down.
Sometimes the answer is cabling or a reduction in canopy weight rather than removal. Other times removal really is the safest option. Either way, you deserve an honest assessment, not a scare tactic.
Is there a tree on your property that's been leaning a little more than you remember? How long has it been that way?
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