But the good news is that a sick tree suffering from some form of minor ailment can be treated just as easily as treating the common cold people get. However, the bad news is that a tree suffering from a more complicated ailment makes saving it nearly impossible for the average homeowner.

Several factors including old age, storm damage and environmental conditions can all too unfortunately cause a young or old tree to become severely damaged or even die prematurely. Whether a damaged, dying or sick tree should be cut down and permanently removed depends on what the tree doctor recommends.

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