When the forecast starts calling for high winds and heavy rain, most homeowners think about boarding up windows or securing outdoor furniture. But one of the biggest threats during hurricane season often goes overlooked, your trees.

Strong winds and saturated soil can turn even healthy trees into dangerous projectiles. Branches can snap, roots can lift, and entire trunks can fall, putting your home, power lines, and family at risk. The good news? With the right preparation, you can dramatically reduce the chances of storm damage before the first storm ever hits.

Why Tree Preparation Matters

Hurricanes test a tree’s strength in every way. Wind, rain, and shifting soil all stress the root system and canopy. Proper preparation helps your trees stand their ground and bounce back faster after severe weather. It can:

• Prevent property damage from falling limbs and uprooted trees
• Preserve tree health by identifying weak points before they fail
• Improve safety for your home, vehicles, and loved ones

Essential Steps to Hurricane-Proof Your Trees

Schedule a Professional Inspection

• A certified arborist can spot structural weaknesses, root damage, or disease that aren’t visible to the untrained eye. Catching these early could mean the difference between a tree that survives and one that falls.

Prune for Strength, Not Just Shape

• Thinning out dense canopies allows wind to pass through more easily. Removing dead or overextended branches prevents them from becoming airborne hazards when the storm rolls in.

Check for Root Stability

• Soft or shifting soil can loosen roots over time. A professional can assess the root zone and recommend support systems or corrective measures to help stabilize the tree.

Cabling and Bracing

• For mature or valuable trees with multiple trunks or weak joints, cabling and bracing provide added reinforcement against strong winds.

Clear the Area Around Your Trees

• Remove loose items, debris, or anything that could collide with the trunk during heavy winds. It’s also smart to ensure drainage areas are clear so roots don’t become waterlogged.

Trust Arbor Master This Hurricane Season

At Arbor Master Tree Care, our certified team specializes in pre-storm inspections, structural pruning, cabling, and emergency response. We’ll help you fortify your trees before the first storm hits, giving you peace of mind when the winds start to rise.

Protect your property. Protect your trees.

Call Arbor Master Tree Care today to schedule your hurricane readiness inspection before it’s too late.