Spokane Tree Care & Fall Tree Trimming

Preventative tree care such as pruning and trimming plays an important role when it comes to a tree’s overall health. That’s why we often get asked, “When is the best time to trim trees?” Because of this, the certified arborist at Westcoast Tree Care would like to provide you with the following Spokane tree care tips for trimming your trees this fall.

No Tree Foliage

Once the leaves fall from a tree, it’s easy to locate damaged or diseased limbs. This makes it easy for the certified arborist at Westcoast Tree Care to identify damaged, diseased, or dying limbs. With the ability to view a tree’s natural architecture, we can also trim for visual appeal. Identifying and removing damaged branches, which reduces the risk of property damage and harm to people and pets below.

Support Healthy Growth

Trimming a tree during its dormant state will reduce stress and facilitate healthy growth in the spring. In turn, this will help to preserve its natural beauty and boost structural integrity during the cold months in Northern Idaho.

Disease Protection

Pruning is essential for tree growth. However, it can also make it more susceptible to disease, especially when insects and fungi are present during the warm summer season. Winter pruning, however, means there are no bugs or diseases to invade open wounds.

Less Damage & Cleanup

Excessive foliage can complicate the pruning and trimming process while increasing the time and cost for preparation and cleanup. Pruning during the fall and winter months equals less damage and cleanup.

Minimize Snow & Ice Damage

Northern Idaho snow and ice storms can be wicked. Everyone knows that trees weighted down by snow and ice are prone to breakage, creating a hassle for Spokane homeowners and potentially damaging their property. This is especially true when it comes to damaged, diseased, or dying limbs.