Co-dominant leaders with included bark are one of the most common hidden structural hazards in Piedmont Triad hardwoods — and one that homeowners rarely know to look for.
When two major stems form a narrow V-shaped crotch, bark gets compressed between them rather than forming a solid wood bond. That weak union can fail suddenly in wind or under canopy load, especially heading into summer storm season.
Spartan Tree Service & Landscaping can assess your trees for structural risk before a problem develops. Call (336) 497-6842 or visit spartantreeservicenc.com/contact-us/ to request a free estimate in Kernersville, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, or the surrounding Piedmont Triad.
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