Planting trees on your property can be a good investment, particularly if you are planning to sell in the future. Whether or not you are planning to sell, trees provide several benefits beyond shade and fresh air. Aside from the medical and social benefits, planting a tree improves your home’s property value by adding aesthetic appeal.
Trees improve your property value by:
- Improving curb appeal – An impressive exterior can be as appealing as the interior of the home for potential buyers. Adding trees to the yard greatly improves a property’s aesthetic value. Mature trees are a larger investment. Growing them, however, makes your home exterior more eye catching.
- Saving energy – Strategically-placed trees can provide shade for your home during the summer. This keeps the interior cool, reducing the need to keep your air conditioner running. In turn, this will reduce your hydro bills, effectively cutting household costs. Trees also work as windbreaks during winter, insulating your home and lowering heating costs.
- Adding health benefits – One significant health benefit of trees is the ability to filter particles (e.g. dust, ash, or pollen). Asthmatics can enjoy cleaner air and decreased frequency of attacks. Photosynthesis also helps remove carbon dioxide and releases oxygen, further freshening the air.
- Providing financial returns – Landscaping can offer large returns of investment, creating a stronger profit during sale.
- Increasing privacy – Trees give you an added buffer from the outside world, especially from noise. They can absorb incoming sounds, which is particularly useful if you live in a busy area. Additional, trees can block the view of prying eyes in the neighbourhood, providing a self-contained environment and peace of mind.
- Having ease of maintenance – Although some maintenance is required, a tree is an enjoyable addition to any property. Raking leaves and pruning branches are part of regular cosmetic maintenance. For more serious issues, a professional tree service is required.
The benefits of planting a tree translate well into improving the value of your property. For best results, contact a licensed arborist for advice on how to best care for your trees.
Great Northern ReGreenery provides licensed tree services for residents in Alliston, Aurora, Bradford, King City, and Newmarket, Ontario. Our arborists are fully insured and certified. Contact us at (905) 775-7444 for a free inspection and assessment.