North Carolina tree removal can happen to clear land, remove dead trees, or improve the landscape around your home. While trees offer many benefits, including adding oxygen to the air, shade, and simple beauty, there are times you need tree removal. 

While many North Carolina tree removal services may be busy during the summer and fall months, winter is best for tree removal. 

Here’s a guide as to why winter is the best time for removing a tree.  

North Carolina Tree Removal Begins with Decay 

When a tree starts to decay, it might be time for a tree removal service. Dead branches that fall to the ground or on the roof of your home may be the first sign. You also might find bark peeling away from the tree. 

Falling tree branches can damage your property because, under the weight of winter ice and snow, they will snap. They can damage your car, camper, or your garage. 

Decaying or dead trees don’t look good on your property. If you plan to sell your home, a dead tree will impact the value of your property. It may also affect the price when you sell your home.  

The time of year can also affect your tree removal cost. 

Better View

Tree removal and tree trimming are best in winter because it provides a better view. With leaves absent from the trees, you will be able to see the whole tree. 

A tree removal service can get a better look at the entire tree to see the damage. 

Winter also allows tree trimming or tree removal without much in the way and less debris. 

Disease and Pests

The colder winter months mean pests and diseases are either dormant or hardly moving because of the temperatures. 

With tree removal during the winter months, there is less likely for a diseased tree or pests to spread to other trees on your property. You might have other trees nearby that might be vulnerable to diseases and pests.  

Nutrients

Dead trees and stumps mean everything around them doesn’t grow, and the nutrients don’t spread. 

When you get rid of dead trees in winter, there’s less damage to the existing trees and the ground. The frozen ground protects the soil and the grass.

North Carolina Trees 

In North Carolina, where oak, pine, and maple are popular, many experts agree winter is the best time of year for trimming and removal.

Winter is also a great time for tree trimming and pruning fruit trees like apple, pear, peach, and prune trees. Winter pruning or removal will make for a better crop later in the year. 

Best Time of Year for Tree Removal

Winter is the best time of year for North Carolina tree removal because winter reveals decay, a better view of the damaged trees, and limits the spread of diseases and pests. In winter, there’s less damage to the ground. It’s also a good time for the removal of North Carolina’s native trees.

If you want more information, contact us about tree removal and trimming services!