Summer in New England brings beautiful weather—and a whole new set of tree risks. Heat, thunderstorms, and heavy winds can quickly turn a weak or neglected tree into a safety hazard for your home or business.
Knowing what to look for in your yard can prevent costly property damage or even injury. Here’s what Northeastern Tree recommends watching for—and how we can help.
Top Summer Tree Hazards in New England
- Overhanging or Dead Branches: Heavy branches hanging over your home, driveway, or outdoor spaces can break suddenly under the weight of wind or rain. Dead limbs are especially brittle in summer heat.
- Cracked or Split Tree Trunks: Storms can cause trunk stress that weakens a tree’s structure. Cracks or leaning trees may require immediate inspection or removal.
- Root Exposure or Uplift: Flooding and saturated soil can loosen root systems, making even healthy trees unstable. Watch for trees that suddenly lean or shift position.
- Insect or Disease Damage: Heat stress can accelerate insect infestations or fungal growth, weakening the tree from the inside out. Discoloration, leaf drop, and bark issues are red flags.
How to Prevent Summer Tree Damage
Regular maintenance can go a long way toward protecting your property. Northeastern Tree offers:
1. Tree Pruning to remove weak or dangerous limbs
2. Cabling & Bracing to support valuable trees under stress
3. Plant Health Care programs to strengthen trees before the next storm
4. Stump Grinding to remove rotting or pest-attracting stumps
If you’re unsure where to start, we can assess your yard and recommend seasonal tree care customized to your landscape and location.
When to Call for Emergency Tree Service
Storm damage doesn’t always wait for business hours. Our Emergency Tree Service team is available 24/7 for urgent removals, limb clearance, and property protection after major weather events.
Whether you’re a homeowner, business, or municipality, we’re equipped to respond quickly across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
Get Your Yard Summer-Ready with Northeastern Tree
From storm prevention to safe tree removal, we help homeowners and property managers stay ahead of seasonal tree issues. Visit our Residential or Commercial pages to explore our services.
Curious about tree moving or green waste disposal? We also offer:
Check out our FAQs or Contact Us to schedule a summer inspection.
At Northeastern Tree, we do more than just trim branches. Our services include:
