You might find the sound of strong winds around your home to be cozy, especially when you’re in the warm comfort inside, but they could also make the area around your home uncomfortable, and even damage your home. It’s also possible that wind could increase your heating bill.
What some homeowners have chosen to do is a long term investment to prevent wind buildup. They plant a row of trees in the path of the wind to prevent it from hitting their homes full force. This is called a windbreak, and it needs to be planted at a distance between 3 and 5 times the height of your home to be effective.
A common approach to quick results is to plant 2 rows of trees. One consisting of quick growing trees that will eventually be replaced by the second row that grows slower, with the latter being more sturdy and having a longer life-span. The trees should be of a type that keeps its leaves during the winter time for better protection.
Recent Comments