As a homeowner, you probably understand how wonderful it is to have trees around. After all, they clean the air, bear fruit, and aid in noise reduction. Unfortunately, there may be times when you'll have to call a tree removal contractor. According to HomeGuide, the average cost of these falls is about $300 to $2,000 or $5 to $25 per foot of tree height. While this might seem like an extra unnecessary expense, you'll likely end up spending more money down the road if you leave up a hazardous tree. Here are a number of ways you can benefit from a tree removal contractor.

1. Safety

Just because you're handy with an ax or a chainsaw doesn't mean you should take on removing a tree from your property on your own. A tree is a large, tall structure, so removing it can be very dangerous work. Plus, what if the tree is too close to your house or a neighbor's house? Think about what can happen if it falls in the wrong direction. In the worst-case scenarios, it could fall on you!

When you hire a professional tree removal contractor, you're getting someone who has the experience and knowledge to properly remove a tree without issue. There are many steps involved in safely removing a tree that they understand but you don't. So, don't risk the safety of yourself and other people around you by doing work you're not qualified for.

2. Efficiency

In addition to safety issues, taking down a tree can be time-consuming when you don't know what you're doing. Your local tree removal contractor knows how to efficiently and safely get that tree off your property. Imagine how much time it would take for an amateur such as yourself to get rid of the tree when you have other things to do instead. Let's not forget about this stump. Do you know how to grind that down to its roots so they don't continue growing? Thankfully, your tree expert can handle all of that.

3. Tree Disposal

Say you decide to remove the tree on your own. Do you have any idea how to get rid of it? It's not like taking out common trash. A discarded tree is a lot of wood, leaves, and branches that you're going to have to remove from the property. Luckily, your local tree removal contractor understands how to properly dispose of this tree and leave your yard just as tidy as they found it.

If you handle the situation and end up leaving the discarded tree and other debris lingering around your yard, it can create safety and health issues. You may end up creating a situation that allows pests to hide and nest in the debris. Avoid that situation and let the experts handle it.

4. Structural Protection

rees are very large plants capable of damaging your home's foundation with their roots. That's why you have to be mindful of overgrown roots coming towards your home. When you hire a tree removal expert, they can take up any tree that's too close to your home before it becomes a problem.

In addition to your home, those same roots can also damage your septic tank. Your septic tank holds all the wastewater that comes from your home. If it's punctured and that wastewater is allowed to seep into your soil, it can create a major health hazard. The situation will become even worse if it contaminates your local water supply.

5. Better Aesthetics

If trees begin growing out of control and without proper trimming, they may look unsightly and mangled. It's important to have at least some space between each tree so you can have plenty of room to walk around and not feel closed in. Whether these trees are in the front or back of your house, taking a couple of them out can really improve the overall exterior of your home.

6. More Sunlight

If you have too many trees within close proximity of your home, you may not get all the sunlight that you want inside. There's nothing like being able to open your windows and have some natural light come in, especially in the spring and summer. Plus, if you have any indoor plants, they'll need some natural sunlight in order to grow. Removing a tree or two that's blocking the sun can greatly impact your comfort level, vitamin D intake, and indoor plant health.

7. Tree Protection

Did you know that a tree could get sick? Well, yes, a tree is susceptible to many illnesses and can easily spread those illnesses to another tree. When you have too many trees close together, you have an environment where they can all get very sick and die before you know it. By removing a few trees, each tree will have enough space around it to protect its health.

8. Pest Control

It's no surprise that pests like flies are attracted to dying flesh. However, vermin are equally attracted to dying trees. In addition to flies, you may also see an influx of carpenter ants and termites when you have a whole bunch of dying wood on your property. A landscape filled with a whole bunch of unsightly pests can make it uncomfortable for you to spend time outside. Plus, some of those pests may make it inside your home and wreak even more havoc.

9. Professional Advice

When you call upon the services of a tree removal professional, you can get expert advice from them about managing your trees. They understand whether it's best to prune a tree or remove branches. If you're not sure which tree needs to be removed for certain purposes, they know the best ones to remove.

10. Land Clearing

Even if the trees aren't causing a problem, you may simply need to clear a certain part of your land. Are you considering building a home edition, such as a guesthouse, greenhouse, or swimming pool? If so, you'll need a level field for the foundation of those additions. Trying to do that on your own would simply take forever and you wouldn't be able to do the job properly. Therefore, call on your local tree removal professionals as they know the best space to clear and can do so quickly.

11. Property Damage Prevention

As mentioned, a tree can damage your foundation and septic tank. However, it can do more damage than that. When a tree is too close to your home, it can fall on it and cause major destruction or completely destroy it. This often happens during inclement weather such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and other storms that involve high winds. When a tree is sick or dying, it's even more likely to fall over.

It can be very hard to decide if you should remove a tree from your property. However, when it comes to the safety of you and your family, as well as your property itself, it sometimes can't be helped. Remember, trees can get sick or die, or they may sometimes be too close to your existing structure. When that happens, don't risk something bad happening after a tree falls. Call Eduardo's Tree Service today, and we can quickly and efficiently handle the problem for you. We look forward to hearing from you!