Not every dead branch falls on its own schedule. Some hang on for months before dropping. Knowing what to look for can help you decide when to call before something comes down on its own.
Signs a branch may be hazardous: no leaves while neighboring branches are leafed out; bark that's peeling or separating from the wood underneath; a visible crack at the base where the branch meets the trunk; unusual angles or hanging by a thread after a storm.
These are the kinds of things our ISA-certified arborists assess during a routine evaluation. You don't have to be sure, you just have to notice something looks off.
Is there a branch on your property you've been keeping an eye on?
Close-up photo of a dead branch showing peeling bark, cracking, or visible separation from the trunk. Or a before/after showing removal of a hazardous branch. Authentic photos from real San Antonio jobs strongly preferred.
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