Making the Right Choice: Removing vs. Stabilizing a Leaning Tree

Posted by Christchurch Tree Services on 20 Jun 2025

Leaning trees are an issue for property owners. Although they might appear to be innocent, they could pose an immediate threat to the safety of your family, home and other properties. This article will look at the reasons why a leaning tree must be removed and the reasons why it’s best to call in the professionals.

What causes trees to become lean?

There are a variety of reasons a tree may start to lose weight, such as:

  • Soil erosion
  • Poor technique for planting
  • Disease or decay
  • Heavy winds or storms
  • Root damage

The dangers of a leaning tree

Leaning trees can cause various dangers, including:

  • The risk of falling on the property or on people
  • Power line interference
  • Property damage
  • Liability issues

How do you determine if a tree needs to be taken down

There are a variety of indicators that indicate that trees need to be taken down, such as:

  • A leaning trunk
  • Cracks in the branches or trunk
  • The dead branches or the hanging ones
  • Shallow roots
  • Fungal growth at the bottom of the tree

FAQs

Can a tree that is leaning be saved?

It is contingent on the reason of the lean as well as the extent that the cause is. In some cases an arborist who is a professional could be able correct the lean by fixing the tree or by cabling it. However, most of the time it is best to take down the tree to avoid risks.

Can you safely remove an unsupported tree yourself?

No, it’s not safe to remove a leaning tree by yourself. Tree removal can be an extremely risky and complicated process that should only be performed by trained and skilled experts. Attempting to remove a tree yourself may put you and others at risk of injury or property damage.

How much does it cost to take down a leaning tree?

The price of removing trees that lean can differ dependent on a number of variables, including the size of the tree, the location and the degree of difficulty involved in the removal. Christchurch Tree Services offers competitive pricing for tree removal services, and we invite you to contact us for a free estimate.

Conclusion

Leaning trees could be a significant threat to the safety of your property and those within it. If you’ve got an unbalanced tree within your home, you should to have it evaluated by a professional arborist to determine if it is required removal. At Christchurch Tree Services, our highly skilled and knowledgeable arborists can handle any tree removal needs. Don’t put yourself or others at riskby calling Christchurch Tree Services today at 0800 500 738 to address all your tree removal needs for Christchurch. Don’t wait until it’s late. Protect your property and those near you by having any leaning trees removed by the professionals at Christchurch Tree Services. Contact us now at 0800 500 738 for a free estimate and to schedule your tree removal at Christchurch.

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