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I'm going to make a final offer to the seller for this house at this afternoon. But the tree is a big concern... I don't know what kind of the tree is..can anyone tell me? Is it too close to the house? Any advice would be appreciate!
The one on the left? Beautiful tree, really really nice. Hard to tell from the photo, is it an oak? From the size of the trunk, I'm inclined to guess the tree predates the construction of the house. I love this tree. The tree is a better tree than the house is an ok house.
The sorry specimen out in the front yard though.....um, no. Sycamore/London plane tree? It looks sad and decrepit. I'd get rid of it.
Have no idea what species that tree is, but it does look like some of the branches are touching the roof, which is a concern. Another problem could be is if the town will let you remove it. A lot of towns have setback rules, and even though that tree is on what could be your property, you might not have the final say if it can be cut down. Time to do some homework before making an offer. (Gorgeous tree BTW)
None of the branches should touch the roof, so it may need a slight trim. But don't get rid of the tree--the house would look barren without the tree, especially since it's on a corner lot. Is there much traffic there? That should be a bigger concern. It looks like it could be a difficult house to sell.
Unfortunately, yes, it's too close to the house. The branches are not the problem, the roots are, especially if it has a slab on grade foundation. Expect continuing foundation issues with it. Too bad, it's a gorgeous tree. I'd pass on the house unless you can get it for super cheap and flip it. Any inspection should have this on the report, so be aware.
How old is the house? Are there any foundation problems now? If the house has been there for a while (>50 years or so) and there are no foundation problems yet I personally wouldn't worry about it. I would have it trimmed by a certified arborist to get branches off/near the roof but still maintain the health and appearance of that gorgeous tree. The one in the front I would definitely eliminate.
Large healthy trees really do have a positive effect on a home's appearance and value. Case in point: the last home my late H and I owned was a 1970's brick rambler with a huge oak tree on the 1/3 acre lot - tree was in the front yard. That tree had, at minimum, a 100 ft. diameter crown and was truly a flaming torch in the fall, and provided lovely shade when green. No foundation issues. After my H died and I sold the house, the new owners cut it down. The house now looks bare and uninviting on the lot - a real shame.
Thank you all for the helps! The tree is really gorgeous. the house was built in 1936 then renovated in 1960, and it's remolded in 2012. I've no idea how old is that tree. It's sad if I have to cut it off..so I may not increase my offer price anymore，although I've add 5K more than the listing price originally..seller countered an offer without a price, the highest price will win.
Not all large trees cause foundation problems. If it's an oak, it's likely ok because most oaks have long, deep tap roots that go straight down deep into the soil. Other species also have tap roots. You might want to call an arborist in to see what to do about it.
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