The Impact Of Trees On Your Home

The landscaping of a property is a major factor in determining the curb appeal, or first impression, of a home. Trees in particular are a large part of this because they tend to indicate the overall health of the plant life. If a tree is well maintained then this shows that the overall property is likely to have been well kept as well. While the aesthetic value of trees is a major reason to consider planting trees in your yard or purchasing a home with mature trees, there are also a number of other benefits that they can provide. 

A well-placed tree can help to insulate your home from extreme temperatures, providing shade in the warm months and keeping in some of the heat during the cool months. This contributes to lower heating and AC bills, which can be significant when added up over the life of a home. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that the tree must be maintained in order to prevent branches from falling off and potentially causing roof damage. 

Trees are also an effective way to reduce noise pollution and increase the privacy of your home. A study from the U.S. Department of Energy reports that trees reduce noise levels by up to 50%, by acting as noise barriers. They can also help to provide a property boundary that encloses your yard without being as intrusive as a fence. When looking at trees in this regard, though, it is important to be mindful of your neighbor’s property line so that you do not have excessive leaves and branches blowing into their yard. 

Overall, trees are a valuable addition to the yard of a home for multiple reasons. As long as they are well-maintained they can help to increase the value of a property anywhere from 3% to 5% according to the Arbor Day Foundation. If you have been considering adding trees to the landscaping of your lawn or need a referral for a good tree maintenance worker, give our team a call! We regularly work with a variety of local professionals who we would be happy to put you in touch with. 

To learn more about the impact that trees can have on your home, take a look at this article from Realtor.com.