Hurricanes and tropical storms often cause extensive damage to landscapes and homes. Start now to make your landscape more hurricane-resistant, so that it’s less likely you suffer damage during a major tropical storm.

• Get your trees pruned while they are dormant or during early spring. Jacksonville Area Tree Removal can let you know when the best time to trim your tree is.

• Remove the deadwood of your trees. Deadwood can break away into projectiles easily during a storm and can be the home of insects.

• A licensed and insured certified arborvitae can be a helpful resource.

• Have a professional tree trimming service to do the trimming. You do not want to remove to much normal growth from your tree.

• Try to avoid cutting the root system. You could damage the tree.

• Clear any cut wood or loose branches around your home to eliminate the danger of flying objects.