As we coast through the final weeks of summer in Lee’s Summit, the scorching heat, thunderstorms, and insect activity have taken their toll on your trees. While everything may still look lush and green at first glance, late summer is when hidden issues like decay, disease, and pests quietly begin to surface. A thorough tree inspection in August could be the difference between a healthy canopy and a hazardous removal down the line.
Here’s how to spot problems before they escalate—and why now is the smartest time to act.
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How to Identify Signs of Decay, Disease, or Pests
Even strong, mature trees aren’t immune to the stresses of summer. When overlooked, small issues can turn into major threats to your property and safety.
Here’s what to watch for:
- Cracks or splits in the trunk or major limbs
- Mushrooms or fungal growth at the base or on bark
- Discolored, curling, or spotted leaves
- Early leaf drop or thinning canopy
- Dead or brittle branches—especially in the upper crown
- Holes in bark or wood shavings at the base (signs of borers or carpenter ants)
- Sawdust or insect trails around the trunk
- Sticky residue or black sooty mold on leaves (often due to aphids)
If you’re seeing any of these warning signs, it’s time to bring in a pro.
Why August Tree Inspections Are Smart for Long-Term Tree Health
Late summer isn’t just about yard clean-up—it’s your last chance to get ahead before fall storms and winter dormancy set in.
August tree inspections offer multiple advantages:
- Clear canopy visibility with full foliage, making stress symptoms easier to spot
- Time to act before leaf drop hides signs of damage
- Ideal timing for treatments like pest control or disease management
- Prevention of storm damage by identifying weak limbs or structural defects
- Prepares your landscape for fall trimming or winter removals
Think of August inspections as a mid-year health check for your trees—just in time to prevent small problems from becoming costly ones.
The Role of Certified Arborists in Tree Health
While you can spot some issues with the naked eye, many serious threats hide deep in the trunk, roots, or high canopy. That’s where Certified Arborists like the team at Master’s Tree Care Experts come in.
What our ISA Certified Arborists provide:
- Detailed visual inspection of tree structure, bark, canopy, and root flare
- Diagnosis of insect activity, fungal infections, or root issues
- Identification of hazardous limbs or structural instability
- Soil health assessments and custom treatment plans
- Recommendations for pruning, bracing, or safe removal
An expert eye today can save you from costly emergencies tomorrow.
Ready to Book Your End-of-Summer Tree Inspection?
Late summer is the perfect window to catch early signs of trouble and give your trees a fighting chance heading into fall. Whether it’s a storm-damaged limb, early pest invasion, or unseen root rot, an August inspection with Master’s Tree Care Experts puts your trees on the path to long-term health.
Call (913) 909-9768
Or request your professional inspection today at www.masterstreecareexperts.com
Healthy trees don’t happen by accident—schedule your check-up and protect your landscape’s biggest assets.