The Risks of Leaving a Leaning Tree Unattended: Why You Shouldn't Ignore the Warning Signs

Posted by Christchurch Tree Pruning on 3 Jul 2025

Leaning trees can be cause for concern for any property owner. While they may look innocent, they could pose an immediate threat to the security of your home, family and the surrounding property. This article will look at the reasons why a leaning tree must be removed and the reasons why it is best to contact experts.

What causes a tree to be lean?

There are a variety of reasons a tree may start to become lean, for example:

  • Soil erosion
  • Poor plant technique
  • Disease or decay
  • Storms or heavy winds
  • Root damage

The dangers of a leaning tree

Trees that lean can create a variety of dangers, for example:

  • Potential risk of falling onto the property or on people
  • Power line interference
  • Property destruction
  • Questions of liability

What can you do to determine if a tree is in need to be taken down

There are many signs that indicate trees need to be removed, such as:

  • A leaning trunk
  • Cracks in the branches or trunk
  • The dead branches or the hanging ones
  • Shallow roots
  • Fungal growth at the base of the tree

FAQs

Can a tree that is leaning be saved?

It’s all about the source of the lean and also the extent in the severity of the. In some cases an arborist who is a professional might be able to fix the lean through staking or cabling the tree. However, most of the time it is best to take down the tree to prevent any possible dangers.

Can you safely remove a leaning tree yourself?

It’s not safe to remove a leaning tree by yourself. Tree removal can be an extremely dangerous and difficult process that should only be carried out by qualified and experienced professionals. If you attempt to remove a tree yourself can put you and others at risk of injuries as well as property destruction.

How much does it cost to take down the leaning tree?

The cost of removing trees that lean can differ dependent on a number of factors, including its size, its location and the degree of difficulty involved in the removal. Christchurch Tree Pruning offers competitive pricing for tree removal, and we suggest that you contact us for a free estimate.

Conclusion

Leaning trees be a significant threat to the safety of your property as well as those surrounding it. If you’ve got a leaning tree in your yard, it’s important to get it checked by an arborist who is a professional to determine if it is required to be removed. We at Christchurch Tree Pruning, our highly skilled and experienced arborists are equipped to handle all tree removal requirements. Don’t put yourself or others at riskby calling Christchurch Tree Pruning today at 0800 500 764 to discuss all of the tree removal requirements within Christchurch. Don’t wait until it’s late. Protect your property and those around you by having any trees that are leaning removed by experts from Christchurch Tree Pruning. Contact us now by calling 0800 500 764 for a free estimate and to book your tree removal in Christchurch.

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