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Established Tree Care
When building a new home or buying a newly constructed home,there are some things to consider with regard to the existing, established trees on the site. How much of the soil around the tree's root system was compacted? Were the roots severed?… and how much? Where did the contractor put the leftover soil from the foundation? Did they backfill around the tree's roots…?
Trees with these types of problems are damaged and stressed. When building your new home, consider the following:
- Soil compaction: Keep construction equipment clear by a 1-foot radius per inch of trunk diameter.
- Severed roots: Don't cut the roots! If 33% of a tree's roots are cut, the tree's chance of survival is only 66%.
- Backfill: Back-filled dirt should be removed. Dirt should not be placed over a tree's root system because it suffocates the tree's oxygen and nutrient uptake.
Construction damage can be a serious problem for your trees. Consult with a certified arborist from the Johnson Tree Company before building or buying your new home. Protect the value of the established trees on your property. |
