How to Prepare your Trees for Storm Season

Preparing Your Trees for Storm Season Advice to help keep your trees, home and family stay safe this storm season. 2 Keep an eye out for potential hazards such as cracks in the major branches or trunk, signs of decay, leaning, branches that may interfere with power línes or your house. Have your trees inspected regularly by a professional Arborist (every 2 years). 3 Some trees are more prone to being damaged during a storm. Check the species of your trees and consider replacing them if they fall into this category. 4 Always use a professional if considering pruning your trees. Do not top or lop as this can be unhealthy for your trees and make them more prone to storm damage. Consider insuring your 5 trees if your policy allows it. These are valuable assets that can in some cases increase property value by up to 20%! www.epictreecare.co.uk