Overhanging Trees - Roofing Problems That Occurs

The risk of overhanging trees over your roof can cause serious damage to your roof in many ways.

Limbs hanging over a home are a threat to the rooftop and the entire property.

Here’s why.

As branches scrape against roof shingles on windy days, they can strip off layers of asphalt.
Their leaves fall directly onto your roof or into the gutter, which can lead to mould, deterioration or leaks.
Even worse, if the tree is damaged or diseased, a storm can cause limbs to fall onto your home.

Most often, you have the right to trim tree branches that extend onto your property – even if the tree is planted in a neighbour’s garden.

There are some limitations here, so double-check how this works in your area.

And be sure to talk with your neighbour before trimming and know that you are responsible for any harm to the tree.

Since the branches are already hanging over your roof, they’re poised to do damage.

One wrong cut, and the branches could fall, requiring significant repairs to your roof or home.

And if you attempt to DIY it, you need to be up a ladder to reach the branches, which puts you in danger, too.

Trimming tree limbs over your roof is risky, and mistakes can be costly.

That’s why it’s best to a qualified professional carry out the works.

They know how to properly trim the tree and remove branches while keeping your home unharmed.

We would recommend you contact the local council for more information and they will point you in the right direction of a tree specialist.

Overhanging Trees – Roofing Problems That Occurs