Trees are magnificent creatures, towering over the earth's surface and adding valuable oxygen back to the air. If you are lucky enough to have a tree or a few trees on your property, then it's worthwhile to care for them properly and keep them in good shape. After all, well-maintained trees can add value to your home, potentially increasing your property value by up to 19 percent!
How do healthy trees add value to your property? Here's a look.
Beauty and Curb Appeal
There's just something about tall, leafy green trees that make a landscape look lush and enticing. If you put your home on the market, healthy trees will make a good first impression, prompting potential buyers to come inside and take a look.
For added curb appeal, it is essential to keep trees trimmed and maintained. A tree with several dead branches or one that has developed an odd shape after years of neglect will just turn buyers away. If you do plan to put your home on the market, have a tree care company come trim the trees the winter before you list the home. This gives the tree time to recover from the trimming; it will experience a boost in growth come springtime.
Shade
Even a single shade tree can make the yard so much more enjoyable, and a more enjoyable yard adds value to your home. Kids can play under the shade tree without growing so warm, and you can plant shade-tolerant plants beneath the tree for added ambiance. Regular trimming maintains a shade tree's canopy shape so that it blocks the sunlight effectively without dead branches dropping on you.
Soil Stability
Erosion occurs when flowing water rinses away soil. Erosion can be a big problem around homes and may lead to poor drainage and foundation instability. The roots of a few healthy trees can help keep prevent erosion and keep the soil stable. Both you and potential buyers will enjoy not having to amend your drainage system or repair the foundation as often, as these are expensive endeavors. A low-maintenance home is always more valuable!
Reduced Risk of Damage
Poorly maintained trees are not just an eyesore. They also present a danger to your property and your family members. A tree with weak branches may drop a branch on your roof or through the window during a storm. Poorly maintained trees may also attract bugs and other pests.
When a potential buyer sees trees in a yard and can see that they've been well cared for, this will give them peace of mind. They can think of the tree as an asset rather than a liability.
Wildlife
When a tree has numerous dead limbs or a fungal infection, it may attract the wrong kinds of life, such as bugs, spiders, and fungi. When a tree is healthy, however, it will attract desirable wildlife like birds and chipmunks. Who doesn't like looking out their back window to see butterflies, bluebirds, or eagles?
Different types of trees tend to attract different animals. For example, owls love beech trees, butterflies love cherry and cedar trees, and hawks love to perch in cottonwoods. Keep an eye on your tree, and note any animals that visit. If you sell the home, you can let potential buyers know about the visitors, which will make your home seem unique and appealing.
Properly maintained trees make your home and yard more appealing, safer, shadier, and more stable. If you have trees on your land, have them trimmed annually to ensure they remain an asset. Contact Robert's Tree Service today to schedule an appointment. We offer trimming, topping, palm tree maintenance, fertilization, and more.
