Tips for Proper Tree Trimming
Tree trimming serves several different purposes. It can be done on your own, but often hiring a professional will provide you with the greatest results. An experienced and knowledgeable team knows where and when to make the right cuts in order for your tree to reach it’s maximum health and beauty.
Tree trimming is typically done for three reasons:
- Appearance. Trimming can maintain the appropriate shape of the tree. Just use caution and don’t over-trim which can cause severe damage.
- Safety. Dead branches or whole trees become weak and can pose a serious threat to your home and property. Large trees can obstruct your vision while driving and limbs growing near utility lines can be extremely dangerous. Never handle limbs near utility lines on your own. Always contact a professional.
- Health. Infected trees can be saved in some situations if trimmed properly. Thinning the crown of the tree can help to increase airflow.
It is best to trim a tree when it is dormant. Pine trees can be trimmed anytime of year, but it is still best to do so when dormant. If there is a hazardous situation with the tree, then trimming can be implemented at any time. Some tree trimming can be done on your own, however, the larger the tree, the greater a chance you will need to hire a professional. Heavy equipment and large trucks may be necessary to reach limbs that are up high. A certified arborist can implement the proper techniques for determining the angle and position of the correct cuts to a tree, reducing the risk of damaging the tree.
It is easy to over-trim a tree which can result in an unhealthy and vulnerable plant, which is a good reason to leave the trimming to a professional. Please feel free to contact Green Trees Arborcare for a quote or with any tree trimming questions at: 508-384-2992 or click here to reach us on the web.
