The reasons to remove a dead or dying tree from your property are clear. Once a tree's health begins to fail, it can seriously threaten your property or even create a hazard that can lead to injuries. However, you may sometimes want to remove living trees from your yard. Although less time-critical than removing a dead tree, numerous practical reasons exist to cut down healthy trees.

If you're considering a yard renovation project, here are three reasons to add tree removal to your to-do list.

1. Serious Allergy Issues

Pollen is one of the most common causes of spring allergies, and tree pollen can be a major contributor. Unfortunately, you can't do much about pollen blowing onto your property from other homes or public grounds. However, you can help to reduce your symptoms by eliminating the most serious offenders closest to your home.

If you've noticed your allergies worsening each spring, you may want to look at a list of some of the trees that cause the most serious allergies. Do you see any trees that you have in your yard? Removing the trees closest to your home can help reduce your local pollen count while making it less likely that pollen will find its way inside your house.

2. Dangerous Locations

Dying trees pose serious hazards, but living trees can also be dangerous. Trees in certain locations may be more hazardous than others, and any tree too close to your home can pose a real threat to your property. Tree roots are particularly problematic, so trees growing close to the base of your home may eventually cause damage to your foundation.

Other concerns include trees near septic systems and sewer lines or trees with branches growing too close to your roof. Any of these trees may cause damage to your home, resulting in expensive repair bills in the future. In many cases, the cost of removing these trees now will be lower than that of dealing with substantial damage later.

3. Pest and Disease Management

Tree trimming and pruning are good options to keep your trees healthy and strong, helping them to resist pressure from pests and diseases. However, trees located near each other can create issues. If several trees grow close to one another, they will compete for resources and limit the critical airflow necessary to resist fungal infections.

Removing one or more of these trees can help improve your yard's appearance and assist in pest and disease management. If you have any concerns about the spacing of your trees, a professional tree service can help you determine which trees to remove to help make your existing trees healthier, stronger, and more pest-resistant.

For more information on tree removal, contact a professional near you.