Christchurch is famous for its large leafed deciduous trees, like oak, elm, maple, and liquid amber. But the same trees that everyone loves for the shade they give in summer can have a dark side at this time of year. In autumn, they drop what seems like never-ending quantities of leaves that make paving and decks dangerously slippery, leaving gutters clogged and overflowing. Then in winter their shade can make your house feel cold and gloomy.
If your property has trees that are dropping too many leaves or shading your house Arbor Master can help, usually without needing to remove the tree. By strategically thinning or reducing the crown of the tree we can simultaneously let sunlight through and reduce the amount of leaves that get dropped.
Gledistsia is another popular deciduous tree that can have people tearing their hair out come autumn. It has small, fine leaves that seem to defy racking and blowing. When we thin out a gleditsia, you still get the benefit of its beautiful appearance, without the pain of its leaves getting everywhere.
“We wish we’d called Arbor Master sooner”
Once we’ve thinned out a tree, homeowners often tell us that the difference is amazing, and they wish they’d asked us to do it sooner. Cold, gloomy rooms are transformed into light-filled spaces you can actually enjoy being in on a winter’s day.
We also find that owners of rental properties can get significant benefits from having the trees at their properties attended to. Gutters clogged by leaves can pull off the fascia boards and need repairs, and overflowing gutters can cause rotten and/or undermined foundations. Both of those expensive outcomes are easily avoided by calling Arbor Master.
Trees appreciate thinning too
By thinning the crown of the tree and letting in more light and creating better airflow, the mould and fungus that love dark damp places have less opportunity to grow, meaning your tree will be healthier. We can also remove any deadwood at the same time, improving the appearance of the tree.
See the light – get in touch today
It’s never too late to have your trees sympathetically thinned or reduced by Arbor Master. We do what’s best for you and the tree so you’ll both be happy. Get in touch with us today to book an obligation-free assessment of the trees at your home or rental property.