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Rotting Trees

7/6/2015

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Living trees tend to rot from the inside outward. Which means that a dying tree may not exhibit early outward signs of decay. Owners can spot decay by looking for a few common indicators: fungal fruiting, mushrooms, swollen knots, cavities, and scarring. Decayed wood can't be renewed but the process can be slowed in some cases and in certain circumstances, eliminated, if the rot is isolated and limited. An arborist can determine if cutting or chemical treatment would be advantageous. The goal is the protection of life and property. Rot, when left alone can mean tons of timber are suspended over a home by a few inches of supporting wood. Look for signs of dying in your larger trees. if you have questions, give us a call.
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9/16/2022 02:39:46 am

It's good to know more about rotting trees. When a tree dies, its trunk and branches may remain standing for many years. However, the tree’s roots gradually decompose, causing the tree to slowly fall over. Once a tree falls, it becomes much more susceptible to decay. The process of decay is hastened by the action of fungi and other organisms that break down the woody material. As the tree decays, it becomes home to a variety of insects, reptiles, and mammals. Thanks for the great advice,

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    Stacy is the owner of Bud's 
    Tri-County Tree Services Inc and an ISA certified arborist. He began his tree care career over thirty years ago as a ground man, working for his father, Bud.

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