Trees can be a wonderful asset to your property. At the same time, they can also cause significant damage to your home. Keep reading to learn some of the most common benefits and pitfalls of shade trees on your property. During the summer months the tree shade to your home can create comfort and save you money. If you look at the picture below, you will see how the tree is casting a large shadow onto the roof. The shadow provides an incredible amount of heat reduction. As the sun bakes the roof, heat continues to build in the attic of your home. The more your attic heats up, the harder your AC has to work to keep up with cooling.  As with most things, the benefit this shade can provide needs to be balanced by the risks that also come with trees. The following are common problems that shade trees can cause to homeowners, and things to look out for if you have trees near your home. Roots: Problem : Since shade trees are generally tall, it follows that they have quite la...