Trees should generally be about 15 feet away from the house. Some large species need a little more space, while smaller species may be a little closer. Generally, a tree should be planted at least fifteen feet away from the foundation of a house. For larger overforest species (measuring more than sixty feet), that distance must be increased to at least twenty feet from foundations and landscape features.
How far away should trees be from your house? As a general rule, trees should be planted 10 to 20 feet (3 to 6 meters) away from your home. However, the final measurement depends on several factors, such as whether the tree is damaged or has shallow roots or not. Shade trees are planted in a location where they provide protection from the afternoon sun during the summer. This location is usually close to the southwest corner of the house.
Size is also considered when planting shade trees or other trees, as they vary in height and extent. Large trees, up to 70 feet or more, should be planted at least 20 feet from the house, medium trees up to 70 feet tall, 15 feet from the house, and small trees 30 feet tall or less, 8 to 10 feet from the house. The height of a tree can also help you determine how far away from your home the tree should be planted. Large trees, those that grow to a height of 70 feet or more, should be planted at least 20 feet from your home.
Medium-sized trees, those that grow to 70 feet tall, should be planted at least 15 feet from your home. Finally, small trees no larger than 30 feet should be planted at least eight to ten feet away from your home. For large trees: Trees that are over 70 feet tall must be planted at least 20 feet away from a home or property. In the event that a medium-sized tree too close to your home has caused damage or falls to the roof, most home insurance policies will help you pay for the costs of repairs and removal of trees.
Don't plant trees near the house that could pose a hazard, such as trees that could break in windy conditions. If you're looking to plant a tree to increase the property value of your home, shade trees are a great option. While the distance between a house and a tree varies depending on the type of tree and function, there are a few things to consider before deciding how close to the house a tree should be planted. Large deciduous trees or evergreen trees will need space to access branches if they need to be pruned or removed completely.
Don't choose trees that generate a lot of garbage, such as trees that drop messy fruit or that shed seed pods frequently. If a third or more of the tree trunk is hollow inside, it will need to be removed as a precautionary measure. If your tree is too close to your home and a specialist from Tree Lopping Townsville Services believes that it does not pose a safety hazard, they may recommend that you take other safety precautions, such as pruning trees. If a tree too close to your home has caused damage or falls to the roof, most home insurance policies will help you pay for the costs of repairs and removal of trees.
To avoid costly and dangerous problems in the future, it is recommended to remove dangerous trees. For small trees: Trees that reach 30 feet in height or less should be planted at least 10 feet from the house and other structures. The distance between the foundation of the house and the tree trunk should depend on the size of the tree you want to plant. Depending on the species and the maturity of the tree in question, there are some distinctions and options to explore before considering tree removal as a definitive solution.
Townsville Tree Lopping Services
30 Sunderland St
Garbutt QLD 4814
(07) 4243 4100
