[quote]I’d have a professional landscaper assess your particular situation [/quote]
No, not a landscaper. Call a certified arborist. Big difference in expertise here. I can recommend One Tripp Tree and also Ted Safford. I have a large euc that came with a property I bought in 94. It’s a magnificent tree and I have it laced about every 18-24 months. It’s expensive but I feel that it’s worth it. I agree that eucs can become a hazard if they’re not properly maintained, and that mostly means keeping the size of the crown under control so the roots can support the tree’s weight. You also want to make sure the euc is free of diseases that weaken the root structure. Both of these arborists will give you a free assessment and cost estimate.
The last thing you want to do is call some knucklehead with a chainsaw and let him top it. The tree will never be the same again.
