Trees not only enhance your property and add to your landscape, they also have a lot of benefits to the community too. “Most trees and shrubs in cities or communities are planted to provide beauty or shade. While these are excellent benefits, woody plants serve many other purposes.” There are social benefits. “The calming effect of nearby trees and urban greening can significantly reduce workplace stress levels and fatigue, calm traffic, and even decrease the recovery time needed after surgery.” (Treesaregood.org)

There are economic benefits for you too. “Property values of landscaped homes are 5 to 20 percent higher than those of non-landscaped homes.” (Treesaregood.org) However, for those who chose not care for their trees appropriately, they can expect a lower assessed value when trying to sell. “According to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, trees that are too close to buildings may be fire hazards. Additionally, larger tree root systems that extend underneath a house can cause foundation uplift and can leech water from the soil beneath foundations, causing the structures to settle and sink unevenly.” (Appraisal Institute). This is why it is important to work with a certified arborist to appropriately maintain your trees, so your future home sale isn’t a total bust.

“Investing in a tree’s maintenance will help to return the benefits you desire. Extending the functional lifespan of large, mature trees with routine maintenance can delay these expenses and maximize returns.” (Treesaregood.org)

As you can see, planting and maintaining trees has a multitude of benefits for the home owner and the community. So get out there and get your tree on!

Browning Tree Service is a proud member of Indiana Arborist Association and International Society of Arboriculture, serving the West Lafayette and Lafayette, Indiana area!

Resources:

https://www.treesaregood.org/portals/0/docs/treecare/benefits_trees.pdf

http://arbordayblog.org/treeplanting/9-reasons-to-plant-a-tree/

https://www.appraisalinstitute.org/landscaping-can-impact-home-values-appraisal-institute-says/