From gorgeous shady gum trees to majestic flowering jacarandas – trees beautify our outdoor spaces, provide shade and shelter and add value to our properties. While tree maintenance may seem like just another chore to add to the never-ending to do list, it’s actually one of the smartest investments you can make.

Here is how regular tree maintenance can actually save you money and some big headaches in the long run.

What Can Happen If You Neglect Your Trees

Not providing your trees with proper care and maintenance can lead to a number of issues including:

• Increased risk of your tree becoming a safety hazard.
• Increased risk of significant damage from tree collapse and falling branches.
• Increases your risk of liability if your tree damages a neighbouring house or property.
• Increased risk of disease which will need to be treated and may spread to other trees and plants.
• Potential damage from unmanaged tree roots.
• Increased risk of pest infestation which will need to be treated and may spread to other trees and plants.
• Potential sickness or even death which means your tree may need to be removed. Tree removal can be costly depending on the size of the tree, the accessibility and the condition of the tree.
• Costly repairs from damages to property that worsen over time if left unchecked.
• Decreased property value – a neglected, overgrown or diseased tree detracts from your home’s street appeal and value.

The Benefits Of Regular Tree Maintenance

There are so many benefits to taking proper care of your trees. Here are just some of the many reasons to maintain your trees:

• Keeps your trees healthy and strong.
• Helps keep you, your home and family safe from possible collapse and falling branches.
• Helps prevent expensive damages to your home and property.
• Mitigates your risk of legal liability from damage to neighbouring properties.
• Aesthetic appeal – a well looked after tree is a better looking tree.
• Promotes tree longevity, thus reducing the need for costly removal.
• Beautiful, healthy trees add to your property value.
• Can help save on energy and water bills.

How To Maintain Your Tree

Maintaining your tree doesn’t need to be difficult. Here are our top tips for straightforward tree care:

• Regular pruning (done correctly).
• Healthy soil management through fertilisation when required.
• Apply mulch to retain moisture, regulate temperature and protect roots.
• Consistent, adequate watering.
• Regular inspections to check for any changes or signs of ill health.
• Protect your tree from damage from lawnmowers, whipper snippers and during any construction.
• Root management – keep overgrown roots in check to avoid damage and costly repairs.
• Hire an Arborist to regularly inspect and maintain your trees.

Hire An Arborist

Tree work can be highly dangerous and requires the right tools and equipment and considerable knowledge to be done well. Take the hassle out of your tree maintenance and hire an Arborist to give your trees optimum care . A well looked after tree is a safer, healthier, stronger tree that will add value to your property and provide you with total peace of mind – worth every cent.

Speak to the team at Aussie Tree Solutions for a free quote on our professional tree care and maintenance services. Whatever your tree care needs we’ve got you covered at Aussie, from gorgeous mulch, to expert pruning, Consulting Arborist services and everything in between.