Storm Season Prep: Essential Tree Maintenance Tips
Southern California's storm seasons can be unpredictable and intense. Proper tree preparation protects your property from wind damage while keeping your landscape healthy and beautiful year-round.
Pre-Storm Inspection Checklist
Before storm season arrives, examine your trees for dead branches, weak attachment points, and signs of disease or pest damage. These vulnerable areas become dangerous projectiles during high winds, threatening both property and safety.
Look for leaning trees, exposed roots, or canopies that have become unbalanced. Professional arborists can identify structural weaknesses that aren't obvious to untrained eyes, providing crucial insights for storm preparation.
Strategic Pruning Techniques
Proper pruning reduces wind resistance while maintaining tree health and structural integrity. Removing crossing branches, water sprouts, and deadwood creates a more aerodynamic canopy that flexes with wind rather than breaking.
Timing matters significantly - pruning too late in the season can stimulate new growth that won't harden off before storms arrive. Our professional tree care team schedules preventive pruning during optimal windows for maximum protection and tree health.
Emergency Preparedness Planning
Identify which trees pose the greatest risk to structures, power lines, and high-traffic areas around your property. Creating an emergency action plan helps prioritize which trees need immediate attention when storms approach.
Keep contact information for emergency tree services readily available, as storms often create urgent situations requiring immediate professional response. Preparation now prevents panic and ensures faster resolution when weather strikes unexpectedly.
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