Tree Health Assessment in Franklin, TN
A trained eye can often tell you whether a tree is healthy, declining or dangerous, and what, if anything, needs doing.
Request tree serviceWho to ask
Look for an ISA Certified Arborist, a credential from the International Society of Arboriculture. Certified arborists have passed an exam on tree biology and care.
What gets looked at
The trunk for cracks, cavities and fungus; the root zone for lifting soil, damage and girdling roots; the crown for dead limbs and thin leaves; and the tree's lean and surroundings.
Warning signs you can spot
Mushrooms at the base, large dead limbs, cracks in the trunk, a new lean, bark falling off and sparse leaves. Our guide Is my tree dangerous? shows some of these.
Construction damage
Trees in new subdivisions often lose roots when lots are graded and driveways poured. Decline can take years to show up. If your tree is thinning after nearby work, have it checked.
What you get
A plain explanation of the tree's condition and your options: leave it, prune it, support it with cabling or remove it.
When to book
Before buying a home with big trees, after a storm, before building near a tree, or when something about the tree has changed.
Before buying a home
Large trees close to a house you are buying are worth a look by an arborist, just as you would have the roof inspected.
Frequently asked questions
- Can a hollow tree be safe?
- Sometimes. It depends on how much sound wood remains and where the cavity is. An arborist can judge it.
- Is mushroom growth always bad?
- Fungus at the base or on the trunk often signals decay inside. It's worth having checked.
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