Tree removal is usually a last resort for homeowners in Montgomery, MD. Unfortunately, sometimes it the only option. Do you need tree removal? A licensed tree specialist from MMD Tree Care can inspect the tree and determine if removal is the best option or if care and maintenance can correct the issue. Technicians are available for tree removal in Montgomery, Maryland. Just call 240-698-2925 or click the button below for a FREE estimate and assessment of the tree (or trees) in question.
Do You Need Tree Removal?
Eventually over time, a tree will start to die and decay. Other times, a growing tree can become dangerous due to homes, buildings and other structures nearby. Here are a few reasons it might be time to consider calling a tree service in Montgomery, MD to assess whether tree removal is necessary your property:
- Decaying Trees – A rotting tree has serious damage, whether it’s from insects, disease, age or some other cause. It needs to be removed before it can infect surrounding trees or collapse on a nearby structure.
- Safety & Visibility – Lower limbs can be cut off in order to make the area below the tree safer or to allow for a better view.
- Root Encroachment – Tree roots extend under the ground a lot farther than the tree canopy. Roots wrap around water lines and push up pavement if given the chance. Cutting the tree down will eventually kill these roots and stops them from destroying nearby property.
- Nearby Trees & Plants – A tree that grows too big for its location affects the smaller trees and plants near it by taking away water and nutrients and blocking sunlight.
- Power or Phone Lines – Tall trees interfere with power lines and create a danger for falling. Sometimes the power or phone company may require these trees to be removed, or you can proactively have trees removed to be safe.
Montgomery Tree Removal
Services
Each tree removal service in Montgomery is a little different. Your licensed tree care technician has to consider the size of the tree, where it is and what you want done with the tree limbs and branches once it is cut down. Montgomery tree specialists from MMD Tree Care consider all these factors before formulating a plan to remove the tree using one of the options:
- Standard Tree Removal – The standard tree removal service includes cutting down the tree, getting rid of the limbs and cutting the trunk into small pieces for firewood. For an extra cost, technicians can haul away the wood instead.
- Felling Only – The most affordable tree removal service is to just cut down the tree. Technicians fell the tree safely to the ground, but then it’s up to you to perform debris cleanup and saw the remaining limbs and trunk.
- Minimal Impact Tree Removal – If there isn’t much space to fell the tree, it’s necessary to bring it down in smaller pieces. This type of tree removal service is more complex, but it is the best way to protect your home, lawn and fences.
Not sure which type of tree removal service is right for you? That’s OK! Give MMD Tree Care a call at 240-698-2925 or click the button for a FREE estimate and we will send a tree specialist from Montgomery, Maryland to examine the tree and decide the proper type of removal.
Emergency Tree Removal
in Montgomery, MD
Ideally you will never need emergency tree removal. But sometimes severe storms and strong winds in Montgomery, Maryland can cause a tree to fall or partially fall. Disease can cause a tree to fall too. If this happens, you will want the tree removed by a professional tree service immediately. Here are just a few specific situations MMD Tree Care considers an emergency:
- Trees tblown over onto other trees
- Large branches that are showing damage
- A tree that has already fallen on top of a home or vehicle
- A canopy that is entirely detached from the bottom of the tree
- Trees that have been struck by lightning
- Trees that are blocking a driveway or road
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If any of these emergency situations occur, here are a few things you can do to ensure the safety of your family and your property. Don’t let anyone get too close to the tree in question. A damaged tree can fall at any time. If trees are lying on a power line or structure, it may be safer to evacuate the area until the tree is gone.
- Seek out emergency care for anyone who may be injured.
- Take pictures of the damage to your home, other buildings and vehicles if it is safe to do so. The insurance company may require photos if you need to file a claim.
- Call us to send a crew to remove the tree. Technicians sent from MMD Tree Care respond as soon as possible to remove a tree that is putting your family or home in danger.
Fallen Tree Removal
in Montgomery
Most landscaping in Montgomery has a lot of trees. The more trees on a property, the greater chance one will fall at some point in time. In the event of a fallen tree, it’s still smart to call a professional tree removal service in Montgomery. Tree specialists from MMD Tree Care have the proper equipment, training and experience to efficiently and safely get rid of the limbs and cut the trunk into smaller sections appropriate for firewood. For an extra charge, service technicians can remove the wood from the property.
Still not sure if tree removal is the right choice? That’s what MMD Tree Care is here for. The licensed tree technician sent to your home can determine the health of the tree and identify signs of disease, decay or death. He or she can also determine if the tree is dangerous to your home, building or nearby structures and agriculture and whether removal or basic care and tree trimming can alter the growth of the tree. There’s nothing to lose. Call 240-698-2925 to schedule an assessment or click here for a FREE estimate from a tree removal specialist in Montgomery.
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