One of the most common types of tree storm damage is damaged limbs and branches. Sometimes they will fall and litter your yard; at other times they will be left dangling. It is never a good idea to dismiss a broken limb or branch. Not only does that make it likely that the branch will fall and potentially damage your home; it can harm the entire tree and lead to having the tree removed altogether. Only a South Bend Indiana storm damage company can determine the best course to safely tackle damaged trees.

When a tree falls, it has to be dealt with properly by a professional tree removal service. Trees are heavier than you think, and they need to be removed using commercial equipment. It is never a good idea to remove a tree yourself, even if most of it has already fallen. At Above and Beyond, we not only remove fallen trees; we take them away and clean up the area.

Sometimes a tree can be saved and sometimes it can’t, but only a professional can make that determination. If enough limbs remain strong, then it might be possible to save the tree with some ongoing care. If the damage is minimal, pruning the broken pieces might be enough. Things like repairing torn bark around the wounded area might help to promote the healing process. But if the damage is extensive enough, the tree will not make it, and it can lead to further damage on or around your property.

● Whether the tree was healthy enough before the damage. If the tree was strong before it was wounded, first-aid measures may be enough to heal the tree.
● If major limbs were affected. Some branches are more integral to the survival of the tree than others. If most of the critical branches were damaged, then not only will the tree not grow properly, it will end up looking deformed and unsightly.
● Is 50% or more of the crown affected? The 50% rule is a general gauge of whether a tree can survive storm damage or if it has to be removed for safety reasons.
● How big is the wound? The larger the wound, the more likely it is that the tree will not recover properly.
● Can the remaining limbs hold its structure? Are there enough branches left to hold the tree's original structure, or has the integrity been compromised?

Having a tree removed is an expense that homeowners want to avoid. But if you have a tree with storm damage that likely won’t make it, it is better to be proactive and have it removed than to run the risk that it will cause more damage in the long run. Contact Above and Beyond if your tree has sustained storm damage, and let us be your guide about how to proceed.