Some tree problems can be managed with pruning, but others point to structural failure risk. Common warning signs include major trunk cracks, hollow sections, root plate movement, severe lean changes, repeated large limb failures, fungal growth at the base, and dead canopy sections that continue expanding.
If a tree is close to your home, garage, fence, or power corridor, these signs deserve quick attention. Removal is often the safer option when defects are advanced or when the tree cannot be reduced without creating new hazards.
Because PEI sees strong wind exposure in many areas, compromised trees can fail faster than expected. A professional assessment helps determine whether monitoring, pruning, or complete removal is the most responsible next step.