How To Tell If A Tree Is Dead

Oh no! You think your favorite tree on your property has moved on to tree heaven? Well, if you believe your tree has died, we assume there has been a warning sign(s) as to why you’re reading this article. Luckily, the professionals at Elliott Tree have come up with the tell tale signs that your tree has passed away or is on it’s way out.

Fungus On Tree

If you see fungus on a tree, there’s a chance that the tree is dead. The reason being is, when a tree is dying or close to dying, the roots become a better host for fungus. If you spot fungus on your tree it’s also a tell-tale sign that the inside of the tree is rotted. This is when fungus grows best and tends to loosen roots as well. 

Brittle Bark

If bark falls off very easily or the branches have no bark, this is a sign that the bark is dying. This is generally a cause of concern for your tree. If both the bark on a tree is falling off/ brittle and you spot fungus, there is a high chance your tree is dying or is dead.

Tree Trunk Health

One of the most important parts of a tree is it’s trunk. This is what helps hold the tree upright and gives it its stature. A tree that features a trunk that has vertical cracks in it means that the health of the tree is declining. This also is dangerous because it makes the tree less stable thus more likely to fall over during bad weather. If you spot your trunk with a nasty crack in it, call Elliott Tree and we will remove it before it hurts a different part of your property.

Declining Foliage 

If it’s the middle of July and your tree’s foliage is thinning or you can see plenty of barren branches, there is an excellent chance your tree is dying or dead. Luckily, trees without leaves are not the most pleasant to look at, so calling us to get rid of it for you is your best option. 

Elliott Tree Emergency Tree Removal

If you’ve read the headers and believe that your tree is showing signs of dying, fear not, Elliott Tree is Massachusetts #1 Emergency Tree Removal Company and we will have our experts over to your property in no time, to properly remove the tree before any other damage occurs. If you believe you have a dead tree. contact us here or give us a call as soon as possible before the problem escalates. 

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