The weight from snow and ice can cause damage to a tree.
– Prevent Ice / Snow Damage –
Winter tree pruning is required to prevent ice / snow damage. Ice and snow build up can become very heavy over the winter. Tree branches are more vulnerable to breakage during the winter. The wood hardens and becomes more brittle. This brittleness causes branches to break more often under the stress of high winds and snow and ice accumulation. Proper tree maintenance, particularly pruning weak and dead branches, will improve tree structure. Trim dead or diseased branches from trees to help make them more wind resistant, or remove dead trees entirely. Remove branches that are close to your house as they may damage your house in high winds or with heavy snow. This year you can prevent ice and snow damage with selective tree pruning from Solid Tree Care.
