Trees are an essential part of your landscape. They provide shade, and mature trees can increase your property value. However, they can also rot. Rotting trees can topple over, spread diseases amongst your healthy trees, and weaken your curb appeal. Here are some of the common signs we see indicating that you must call a local tree removal service.

1. Leaning

Trees often rot from the inside out, impacting their structural integrity. A tree may start to lean due to several reasons, but rotting is one of the most common causes. Once the tree begins to lean, it can easily fall over. Did you know that, according to Voss Law Firm, trees falling have cost 10s of millions of dollars in property damage? If you notice a change in one of your trees, have a local tree removal service examine the tree immediately.

2. Mushrooms

Mushrooms growing at the base of a tree might make for an adorable photograph, but this whimsical image has a dark side. Mushrooms thrive in environments surrounded by decay. Homeowners who notice mushrooms at the base of a tree need to pick up the phone to call a professional for inspection services.

3. Soft Wood

As mentioned before, it's common for diseases to take over the inside of a tree, and the condition is often too far along before homeowners notice the tree is rotting to save it. Pressing on your tree's trunk is an easy way to spot rotting trees. Make sure you press on the wood in various locations around the trunk. If the wood feels softer than it should, your tree is likely to be rotting.

4. Cavities

If disease spreads throughout the tree, the wood will begin to crumble. This creates the holes we refer to as cavities. These cavities often lead to pests as well. Bug-eating woodpeckers can widen the holes as they head to decaying trees to find their lunch.

5. Other Signs

Of course, there are several other signs to look out for. Dead or decaying branches are one, as they indicate the disease in the tree has spread to the branches. Discolored leaves can also signal that your tree has a disease. However, various tree diseases can cause this, so it's best to consult an expert if you notice something amiss.

We're a local tree removal service you can count on in the Greensboro, NC area and beyond! Our technicians bring years of experience to every job. Contact our team at Compton's Tree Service Inc today if you're concerned about a tree in your yard.