On your property, trees can make all the difference for a variety of reasons—both advantageous and disadvantageous. Joliet, Illinois residents are aware that trees may shade you on hot summer days, increase the curb appeal of your home, and, regrettably, pose a danger during extreme weather events like hurricanes.

If you are planning to sell your house or if you recently moved into a new house and want to make the landscaping more appealing to you, you may be thinking about planting a tree. As was already noted, trees can enhance your outdoor living space or offer shade to those outside, particularly kids who enjoy playing outside.

You should plan ahead before you start excavating or engage a company:

• Plan Ahead – Being prepared is essential, so think about how big the tree will be when it is fully grown. Make sure not to plant trees near structures, underneath electricity lines, or anywhere else that could be dangerous. Make sure the tree won’t obstruct the solar panels as it grows if your house has solar panels.

• Select High-Quality Trees – Because a tree is an investment, you should take the time to thoroughly research the tree or palm tree of your choice. In the long run, investing a lot of money in a high-quality tree can be beneficial. The tree ought to be in good condition and purchased from a reliable vendor.

• Provide Enough Space for Root Growth – This is essential. You must take the size of the roots into account depending on the kind of tree you select. Avoid placing any trees too close to your house. Additionally, avoid placing a tree too close to the sidewalks around your property. As sidewalks and home foundations can be damaged and function as barriers to root growth, causing the roots to curve and twist as they expand, a large, sturdy tree requires space for its roots to spread out. Turns and twists in the root systems of some trees can reduce their stability, which might be disastrous for houses during hurricane season. 

If at all possible, plant trees in groups since they will be better sheltered from bad weather. Furthermore, grouping trees or shrubs with comparable growth requirements for planting is a superior approach. On your Illinois property, trees and shrubs planted together can make a stunning focal point. 

• Placement Matters – Carefully placed trees can help keep your home cool in the summer or warm in the winter by providing natural insulation. Planting deciduous trees on the south, east, and west sides of a house will often provide shade during the hot summer and allow for warming during the winter. A home with trees for shade can also help keep cooling expenses down; an outside compressor/condenser unit for your HVAC system can use less energy when protected from the sun’s rays throughout the day.

If you have any inquiries or would like to arrange a service, get in touch with the team of professionals at Joliet Tree Services. Maybe there are existing trees on your property that require pruning or trimming, or one of the many other tree care services we provide. Contacting our staff is possible at (815) 476-3395 or by completing the contact form on this website.