The Tree Blog » Tree Problems http://www.thetreeblog.com Trees, Tree Management and Arborist News from an Australian perspective Wed, 12 May 2010 13:11:21 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Problems of Unmanaged trees http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/04/15/the-problems-of-unmanaged-trees http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/04/15/the-problems-of-unmanaged-trees#comments Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:12:18 +0000 admin http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/05/14/the-problems-of-unmanaged-trees Left unchecked, problems can present a major liability and can cause massive damage and costs down the track – not all of them covered by insurance.

Falling branches during storms can lay waste to roofs and carports with ease. Growing branches can damage power lines and roots can do unseen damage to foundations, landscaping, underground pipes and plumbing. Poorly managed trees can rapidly decay due to diseases, parasites and fungi and can be the source of household pest problems including termites and species of borers. Leaves can clog gutters, drains and pool filters.


]]> http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/04/15/the-problems-of-unmanaged-trees/feed 0 The Value and Benefits of Trees http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/04/14/the-value-and-benefits-of-trees http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/04/14/the-value-and-benefits-of-trees#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:58:44 +0000 admin http://www.thetreeblog.com/2009/05/14/the-value-and-benefits-of-trees Trees are the world’s lungs, but they are not only important to our environment.

When managed properly, trees can be great assets to your property. Mature trees can give your property impressive views and add greatly to the value and landscape of your home.

Some trees are heritage registered and priceless.


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