Tree Leaning Dangerously
A tree that has developed a noticeable lean, particularly after a storm, raising concerns about it falling.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Root damage from wind, disease, or nearby excavation
- 2Waterlogged soil weakening the root plate
- 3Decay in the trunk reducing structural integrity
How Urgent Is This?
This needs prompt attention. Delaying could cause further damage, safety risks, or significantly higher repair costs.
What Needs to Be Done
A tree surgeon will assess the tree's stability and root plate. They may install bracing, reduce the crown to lower the load, or fell the tree if it poses an imminent risk.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £153 – £675 | Materials: £0 – £43
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How to Prevent This
Have mature trees inspected by an arborist every 3 to 5 years. Remove dead wood regularly. Avoid excavating near root zones.
Related Problems
Dead or dying branches hanging over the roof, driveway, or garden, posing a risk of falling.
A tree that has been damaged by a storm, with broken branches, split trunk, or partial uprooting.
Cracks in the house or signs of subsidence linked to tree roots growing under or near the foundations.
Other Tree Surgeon Problems
Dead or dying branches hanging over the roof, driveway, or garden, posing a risk of falling.
Cracks in the house or signs of subsidence linked to tree roots growing under or near the foundations.
A large tree significantly reducing natural light to rooms, the garden, or solar panels.
A tree's branches touching or growing very close to overhead power lines, creating a safety hazard.