Trees provide beautiful greenery in a garden. However, sometimes they can be dangerous if a branch becomes unstable. In that case, you need local tree services that will have the right equipment, skills and knowledge to deal with the issue. Here are several reasons why you may need to cut a tree branch on your property.

1. Dead Branches

A dead branch can become weakened and unstable. It could snap away from the tree during a windy storm or at any point in time. You may not be sure how to tell if a branch is dead. One telltale sign is distinctive branch growth. For example, if a tree is covered in a thick blanket of leaves everywhere but on one branch, which is bare, there's a good chance it may be dead.

2. Termites

If you notice a termite's nest in a tree, they've probably invaded the branches. Termites consume limbs from the inside out, making them hollow. Of course, this weakens the tree, causing it to be unstable. A branch could topple at any time. Of course, termites also spell danger to a building as they can migrate to timber anywhere in the vicinity, including the structural timber beams in your house. Wooden floorboards, window frames, and decking are also at risk.

3. Thunderstorms

An otherwise healthy tree can sometimes be damaged during a wild storm. A branch may not have come crashing down, but it could be cracked or weakened. This poses a danger, so you'll need an arborist to examine the tree as soon as possible. If bad weather returns, the tree will be in particular danger.

4. Unstable Formation

Some trees can grow into an inherently unstable structure. For example, a tree might grow from the main trunk in two directions, creating a large Y-shape. The middle part is a stress point as the two sides pull in opposite directions, and sometimes one side can topple.

5. Tree Health

Sometimes branches are not in danger of crashing to earth. However, they might need pruning to make the tree healthier. For example, a dense tree with branches and foliage clumped together can prevent air and light from flowing throughout the tree. This can encourage insects and disease. Strategically trimming selected branches can enhance the tree's health. Lower limbs, in particular, can benefit from a thinned-out canopy. The extra sunlight may also benefit your entire backyard, making it lighter and airier.