After a big storm rolls through Port Macquarie or the Mid North Coast, your trees might look fine — but are they really safe?
At Langham’s Tree Services, we often get called after the damage is done. Here are the top warning signs that a tree could fall after severe weather, and how to handle it safely.
1. Cracked or Splitting Branches
Storm winds put enormous stress on limbs.
If you see branches with visible cracks, splits, or drooping, they may not hold up much longer — especially in high-traffic areas like near driveways, homes, or play areas.
2. Uprooting or Soil Heaving
Walk around the base of your trees.
If the soil is lifted, or roots are suddenly exposed or loosened, your tree may have begun to tip or uproot. That’s a high-risk emergency — especially in saturated soils.
3. Fresh Leaning or Tilt
Did your tree lean more after the storm than before?
A new lean is usually a sign of root failure or iternal trunk damage — especially with coastal winds like those in Creasent Head or South West Rocks.
4. Fungal Growth or Bark Loss
Storms can expose Weakened areas that begin to rot fast.
If you notice mushrooms, bark peeling, or dark stains, the tree may be decaying from the inside out. These trees often fail with little warning.
5. Hanging Limbs (a.k.a. “Widow Makers”)
Dead or broken branches stuck in the canopy are dangerous and unpredictable. They can fall at any time, especially in the days following a storm.
Don’t Wait for It to Fall
Trees don’t always collapse during the storm — many come down days or weeks after, especially with repeated rainfall or wind.
If you suspect storm damage, it’s always safer (and cheaper) to get a professional inspection early.
We cover:
• Port Macquarie
• Kempsey
• Coffs Harbour
• Nambucca Heads
• Frederickton and surrounding suburbs
Book a Storm Safety Check
Let’s keep your home and family safe.
Call 1800 696 644 or Book a Storm Damage Inspection now.
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