St. Louis and the surrounding Midwest area can get some pretty serious summer storms. Summertime thunderstorms, hail and even tornadoes can damage and weaken even well established trees. If your landscape trees do become damaged after a storm event, it’s important to know what you’re looking at.

At G&G Lawn &  Tree, our expert tree care team is here to help you, with some common signs you may notice when you’re evaluating your trees after a storm event.

Examine Tree Roots

Some tree types grow stem girdling roots that encompass the tree’s trunk. Over time, these roots can affect the overall health of the tree and its root system, leading to trunk weakness or even a fallen tree. This is especially true for most maple trees.

Check Weak Branches

It’s common for many types of trees to form narrow or weak points where certain branches meet. Check your tree’s branches regularly for areas that may break off during a storm. You may find areas that would benefit from tree pruning or other tree care services, to help eliminate future damage to your tree or surrounding property.

Tree Trunk Inspection

A tree trunk is the tree’s longest and strongest area. Check for obvious signs of decay or damage on all of your trees to make sure your tree is supported properly by a healthy trunk.

If you notice any of things on your trees, it’s important to contact a tree care service for help. Our team works quickly to make sure your trees are safe and sound. If you do need emergency tree removal following a storm event, contact us! We provide expert landscaping and tree removal services to the St. Louis area and beyond and would be happy to help.

Contact us at 636-296-3499 or email us at Lori@gandg.cc for professional advice for your trees. We would be happy to look at a photo of your tree or visit your property to provide free recommendations and custom pricing for your tree care needs.