Winter is a great time to enjoy the outdoors and the beautiful scenery that comes with it. However, winter can also be dangerous, as cold temperatures and heavy snowfall can cause trees on your property to fall.
If you want to protect your property from falling trees this winter, there are some steps you should take now!
- Before it snows, inspect your property for any large or overhanging branches that need to be pruned. Strengthen dead limbs with tree ties.
- Remove damaged or diseased branches or trees.
- Invest in a professional landscaping service to correctly add mulch to protect your tree roots.
- Don’t shake or bang on trees to remove ice and heavy snow because it could cause their branches to break.
- Keep a supply of rope, twine wire, or chain saw chains on hand if you need to remove any fallen timber yourself. Be careful not to go near any downed power lines.
- Prepare a winter emergency kit in case of a power outage.
If the neighbor’s tree falls into your yard, you are responsible for the cost of removing the tree. However, your home insurance coverage could cover removing the tree and repairing the damage it caused after you pay your deductible. Likewise, your neighbor would be responsible for the tree removal if your tree falls in their yard. The only exception would be if the tree was found to be in visibly poor condition. Falling trees in the winter is why it is necessary to hire a professional landscaper to regularly inspect your large trees. When in doubt, call your insurance company, and they will help you sort it out.
As winter sets in, it’s important to take the proper precautions so you can enjoy your property without worrying about falling trees. First and foremost, contact Property Life Management for a consultation on how we can help protect your property from any potential dangers that come with snowfall or stormy weather. We’ll provide you with all of the essential information needed to keep your HOA running smoothly this season while making sure residents stay safe too! Contact us today for more info about our property management services.
Resources
Red Cross Winter Storm Safety Checklist
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National Weather Service
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