Adam Torkildson
The United States is home to many different types of trees, native to different regions across the country. A census conducted by the USDA Forest Service found that there are nearly 300 billion trees in the United States, each playing a critical role in the nation’s ecosystem. Although the majority of tree coverage is found on the east coast, specifically the northeast, all 50 states have trees that are integral to the well-being of their citizens and the surrounding wildlife.  Â
Although there are nearly 75,000 different types of trees in the world, the US is home to some of the most famous species and notable plants. For example, the coastal redwood in California and the douglas fir in Oregon stand tall in the west coast forests, while the pond cypress in Florida and the southern live oak in Virginia are common on the east coast. With attractions like Hyperion and Old Senator, all corners of the United States have quickly become a destination for forestry lovers around the world.
Despite the importance of trees to our ecosystem, there are many threats to populations everywhere, including invasive pests, wildfires, and deforestation. Invasive bugs and plant diseases cause $40 billion in damages annually, with 15% of the country’s forest cover impacted each year. This imbalance between forests and pests is caused by non-native species, unsustainable logging, fire suppression, and other poor land management practices. Wildfires are also a significant threat to forests, as over 7 million acres were burned in 2024 alone from these fires. In the past 25 years, the US has seen 13 billion kilo hectares lost due to fires. Despite these threats, the greatest danger to our trees is deforestation, decimating millions of hectares of tree coverage in the past 25 years and disrupting our natural ecosystems.
Because of these threats, it is important to trust tree removal professionals when it comes to performing tree removal. There are several reasons why these professionals are the best resource for removal, starting with guaranteed safety. Removing trees over 20 feet tall without proper equipment poses a risk of severe injury or even death without the proper precautions. Convenience is also a factor, as tree removal services already own the proper equipment to do the job from start to finish. There is also a sense of cost-effectiveness when choosing professionals, as the cost of renting equipment or the potential risk of attempting DIY removal can be expensive. Additionally, any damage caused by professional tree removal is covered by insurance. Professionals will also take care of clean up, using machinery to haul away large foliage otherwise difficult to handle alone. Finally, professionals bring a sense of effectiveness and experience to the table, offering invaluable advice and reducing the risk of future damage to the area.
Tree maintenance can go south quickly without the proper equipment and knowledge to complete the job. Especially with the numerous threats to our ecosystem that already exist, it is more important now than ever to keep our land and community safe from tragedy. Professional tree services have clients’ back from start to finish and are the sure choice when in need of removal.
