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Rope Saw – Safely Cut High Tree Branches With Ease

A rope saw is an abrasive rope or cord that is able to cut and saw wood. So how do you use one?

First, examine the rope on both sides of the cutting chain for cuts and chips and also check for signs of wear and tear on the connecting points between both ropes and the cutting chain. If there are any defects replace the saw before using. Place the rope over the limb you are going to cut, pull the rope until the tree limb sits in the center of the cutting chain. Grasp both handles of the rope saw firmly, then pull the handles of the rope saw in a sawing motion to cut through the limb. Be very careful not to use excessive pressure on the rope or it may become stuck and embed itself into the wood.

If you are faced with the need to cut and trim high branches from your yard don’t risk your life by climbing up a tree and try to save money by not hiring professionals. You may want to try a rope saw as an alternative. It is a clever way to trim your trees safely and inexpensively. The cutting process does take some energy but it keeps you safely on the ground.

There are a lot of types and styles of saws on the market. The Long Reach rope chain saw is an example. It is an innovative design that allows trimming up to 16 feet over head and there is no need to balance on rickety ladders while cutting branches. It’s cost is minimal at only around . The High Limb CS-48 rope saw can cut high limbs up to 25 feet in the air safely and easily from the ground. Provide a sunny area to your shaded gardens with the help of high limb chain saw and that only costs around .

There are also some that are made specifically for cutting blocks, like the PLBK 1800 which cuts blocks into 4000mm x 2000mm x 2000mm. It has a smooth control, low energy consumption, and has a great noise reduction while in operation mode. There are also special made saws for granite mines like the Diamond rope saw which greatly reduces waste and is safe and more efficient to use.

A rope saw will assist you on cutting and trimming high branches efficiently and safely. So the next time you climb up those ladders with a branch cutter clasped in your hand, you may want take a second and think of your safety first.

Everyone knows that a storm is coming. Standing outside your home, looking over your place, you realize that you’ve got to do something about those beautifully large trees. You’ve got to make some time to prepare your yard to protect your home. If you don’t, you could be real sorry. Don’t be.

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Cabling and Bracing

Cabling is performed as a preventative safety measure. Trees that are damaged or that have the potential for causing damage by splitting or falling are often cabled to help reduce the risk of further damage. Cabling can also be used to help stabilize a multi-trunked tree

Cabling/bracing reduces the risk of tree failure resulting from structural weaknesses (V-shaped crotch), storm damage, mechanical injury, rubbing or long heavy limbs Cabling or bracing is only recommended for valuable, mature trees that have some serious structural defects. Cabling and/or bracing will make them safer, but will not solve the original structural problem. For example, when two trunks are joined with a very narrow angle, the trunks are usually structurally weak. When there is a wide angle, there is more solid wood at the junction. Narrow angles have what is known as “included bark” at the joint area, resulting in a weak joint. As the tree gets older, a fissure sometimes develops, and the tree splits in a wedge-like manner. Cabling and bracing holds the trunks (branches) together and decreases the chance of splitting. This also prevents the entry of moisture into the heartwood which can lead to decay. The hazard is reduced significantly, but never completely. Trees that have been cabled or braced should be inspected on a regular basis.

Cabling is not a homeowner job. Special hardware is required, and special techniques are used. Cabling should only be done by trained professionals as incorrect procedures can do more harm than good.

Cavity Treatment

While it will not cure decay, proper cavity treatment in combination with regular pruning, feed and insect/disease control may help improve a tree’s defenses. Filling cavities in otherwise healthy trees is generally considered to help improve tree appearance, promote wound closure and prevent water and animals from entering the hollow.

Lightning Protection

It only takes seconds for lightning to strike a healthy 50-year old tree down. While a tree lightning protection system will not prevent a tree from being struck by lightning, it is possible to equip a tree so that lightning will be conducted harmlessly downward, dissipating itself into the surrounding soil. This is accomplished through the installation and use of a system of heavy, copper cables which is secured from the highest point in the tree, and usually the ends of major branches, proceeding down the trunk and into the soil beyond the tree’s main root area.

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Our Tree Service has been around for 3 generations in the area. Our company has over 26 years of tree trimming experience. In order to have healthy trees, you must have them trimmed by a professional. An overgrown tree or bush in our area can cause damage during one of our many storms.

We live in an area of the country where our trees can over grow easily if they are not well maintained. Dead branches and broken limbs will get blown down and will either cause damage or pose a hazard to human safety.

The key to a healthy tree is to keep them well maintained throughout the year. This will allow your trees to grow stronger and healthy, which will make them less likely to cause damage. Give us a call today if you have overgrown trees or bushes on your property. Our company offers tree trimming services throughout the area.

Many of our customers call us after they thought they could trim their own trees but realized it takes more work and effort than they thought. If you do not have the correct equipment, it makes it harder to get the job done right. You can also cause damage to the tree or bush if you have no idea what you are doing. It is always a good idea to find a tree trimming company who has the skills and knowledge to get the job down right.

Be sure to call us if you need tree trimming.

We are the professional tree trimmers our customers are wanting. Our equipment allows us to complete any tree trimming job you have for us. As with any job our top priority is for the safety of our employees and for you. Our company is insured to work within the state of Texas.

We wouldn’t be a 3rd generation tree trimming company if it weren’t for our customers. Over the last 26 years, our customers have put their trust in our tree trimming expertise and they continue to support our business. Your complete satisfaction of our work is our goal. If we can win your business once, we can do it again. We are family owned and operated since 1990, it is because of our customers we are still in business today.

When looking for a tree trimmer, we suggest:

Find out how long they have been trimming trees.

Make sure they have the experience and knowledge to be cutting on your trees, shrubs and bushes.

Find out if they are insured in the state of Texas.

Ask them your questions and see if they can answer them all.

We want our customers to ask their questions so we can provide the answers they seek. It is good to know the tree trimming process as well as what you can expect to pay. Trimming trees takes knowledge and skills, make sure the company you hire has those qualities.

When you call our office, we will answer all of your questions and also let you know what you can expect from our services. Our company offers free bids for all tree trimming jobs. Most of the time we need to meet you at the job so we can see exactly what you are wanting us to do. This will allow us to get you a detailed quote.

Tree Trimming Services

We would love for you to choose our company for your tree trimming or tree removal needs. We know that it takes hard work to earn your business. Many of our current customers come back to us every year because they have seen our quality work.

Call us to get your free bid and to find out how we can become your go to tree trimming company.

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Tree Services

Though our residents love their trees as much as any other community, tree removal is a way of life. We completely understand that certain trees are potentially dangerous because of disease or decay. Still, unwanted trees on your residential or commercial property such as those hanging over a rooftop or leaning toward your commercial property are among the others we’ve removed.

Whatever your reason for removing trees, we assure you that our tree experts will work with ease and efficiency to remove your trees with the utmost safety in mind.

First, our staff of professionally trained arborists develops a tree removal plan of action by cordoning off a work zone to minimize possible interference. They then quickly and safely enlist the proper equipment to take out the desired trees. Once the job is done we’ll haul away all debris and finish by cleaning up your property. We leave nothing behind and can even fill in the hole left by the root system, remove remaining stumps or plant replacement trees in the area!

Tree Removal: Experience Truly Matters

The process of tree removal is a dangerous job that may result in a large amount of damage if done poorly. Weak or dying tree limbs need to be cut off the right way and in timely fashion, lest one risks destructive collapse on your property. This is why experience matters and why investing in professional tree removal services that use top-of-the-line equipment is the only way to do the job correctly. Attempting to tackle removing a tree yourself limits your ability to properly cut and dispose of the tree, and increases risk to your safety. Don’t trust amateur tree companies because the better tools one has, the less risk one takes of making a costly mistake at your expense. Why trust inexperienced tree service businesses when you can work with pro technicians, who are fully licensed and insured arborists! We work safely to ensure risk-free, professional results!

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Top Stump Removal Service

Why Our Stump Grinding Services Are Needed On Your Property

Ugly tree stumps left to rot on your  property can lessen the value of your property, so why not remove them with our stump removal service? Removing these eyesores requires heavy lifting, but our tree services experts use cutting-edge tools specifically designed for stump grinding. Our tree service company has the expertise to properly remove stumps with ease no matter how difficult the terrain or how deep the root system! With years of experience, our tree service crew has the know-how to successfully eliminate tree stumps, as well as provide additional tree services such as tree removal, shrub removal, and more! Whether you have a hideous stump on your commercial or residential property, our highly trained arborists will remove any size stump, dispose of the remaining debris or grind the stump into mulch to spread on your land. We even offer tree planting services to replacement those rotting tree stumps!

How Our  Specialists Remove Stumps

The stump removal process can vary depending on the size and shape of a stump, but our experts have seen it all when it comes to difficult tree stumps! We’re confident we can remove stumps from any property, soil type or terrain. However, there are several factors that go into the process to ensure accurate and complete removal. Here are some of the steps we take to remove stumps effectively:

First, we cut the tree stump down and level to the ground to remove it.

Then we break up its remains by using cutting-edge tools.

Lastly, we grind the removed tree stump into nutrient-rich mulch.

We can either spread this new mulch across your land, or dispose of it according to code.

Free Stump Grinding And Removal Estimates!

As a top-rated tree service company, we are confident you’ll receive professional quality from our tree service experts! We’ve been serving with full-service  for years and can’t wait to add you to our list of happy customers! Get started today with a free estimate for stump grinding, stump removal, and more!

If you’re ready to get rid of those old, hideous stumps on your property, give us a call today! Please contact us. We offer all of our clients a free, no-obligation estimate. Schedule yours today!

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Tree Service 

Our  experts offer a complete spectrum of services for homeowners. Turn to the  experts – from tree removal to stump grinding and anything in between, we do it all!

Healthy, beautiful trees can create a dramatic and stunning backdrop for a home. However, poorly-maintained or dead trees not only spoil the appearance of the environment, but are also a potential threat to the property and its occupants.

Leave Your Tree Service Worries to Us

, whether it be trimming or removal, is a time-consuming and potentially hazardous job that should be left to the professionals. That’s where we come in! Our team is trained to safely work around trees and complete the job properly, the first time around.

Customer satisfaction is #1 priority. Whether you have a lone tree in your yard that requires pruning, or manage large municipal properties and commercial lots requiring the removal or care of hundreds of trees, no job is too big or too small:

Free Estimate: upon arrival, our experienced  specialists will provide detailed price estimate based on the extent of work required.

Emergency Service: in the event of a severe storm, the resulting damage to trees can be significant. Sometimes, this can also create a dangerous situation for you, your family, or your home. When disaster strikes, we are available for emergency cleanup and .

Cleanup: after each and every one of our jobs, we take great care in comprehensive removal of any debris to keep your property looking pristine.

Leave all of your  hassles to us while you sit back, relax, and enjoy the spectacular beauty provided by your properly maintained and care-for trees.

Choose the Experts

We look forward to be of service to you soon. Our specialists have the professional training and experience to handle all of your  needs:

Tree trimming and pruning

Tree and stump removal

Stump grinding

Tree cabling and bracing

Emerald ash borer treatment

Chemical treatment

Lot clearing

Insurance claim work

Emergency storm work

Call us for more information or to set up an appointment. We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have!

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Tree Service & Tree Removal 

We are a locally owned company delivering the highest quality  to clients in the area. We are a hand-picked team of arborists. Our highly trained and certified staff come from various parts of the country and top universities and colleges, and have a combined experience of eight decades. We take great pride in our work and take every opportunity to surpass the industry standards in arboricultural safety practices.

“Tree service for a world that’s growing.”

Our urban clients range from condominiums with small garden plots and courtyards, to single-family dwellings, townhouses, apartment complexes, housing co-ops and large industrial properties. From tree planting or ornamental tree pruning to removing large or dangerous trees and stump removal, we can accommodate the tree service needs of your home or business.

When you reach out to us for a free consultation with your tree-needs, we will dispatch a team member that is a Certified Arborist. They will provide a no-obligation inspection of your property or residence, and will work with you to address your specific issues and make professional recommendations to benefit the long term health, safety, and beauty of your trees and shrubs. We recommend that the customer prepare a list of items they want quoted prior to the estimator’s arrival. If the customer has very specific concepts in mind, we recommend they be organized for the estimate. Everyone at our company has met all requirements including three plus years of work experience in the field and/or a degree in the field of arboriculture, horticulture, landscape architecture, or forestry from an accredited educational institute.

We take Pride in our clean up!

Upon completion of your tree removal service needs, you can be assured that the work site will be clear of all debris. If it is a tree stump removal, we can also grind it down so your property is even. As on of the top tree removal companies, we leave work zones the way we found them!

We carry full commercial and professional insurance and are fully covered. We are an accredited company. Tree removal one job at a time.

Our arborist team and tree trimmers have been servicing the area and are also referenced in regional published flyers as tree cutting service and a top tree trimming business. Many tree services and tree trimming will overcharge, especially for tree stump removal and we recommend consulting us on our tree stump removal cost.

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Tree pruning has been a horticultural and silvicultural practice involving the careful and selective removal of parts of a plant — such as branches, roots or buds. The reasoning to prune plants and trees include deadwood removal, shaping by controlling or directing growth, improving health, and reducing safety hazards from falling branches. Our practice of tree pruning, entails targeted removal of damaged, diseased, dead, non-productive, structurally unsound, or otherwise unwanted natural tissue from trees.

We employ pruning practices and and tree trimming  techniques to be used on woody plants and hedges, that due to design and pace of growth, we usually maintain by hedge trimming, rather than pruning.

Our general rule of pruning is always cut in a location where growth will occur, whether the cut is next to a bud or another branch. Slicing a branch beyond where growth will occur will prevent the plant from forming a callus over the cut surface, which in turn will invite infection and local insects. It effectively kills all portions of that branch back to the closest branch, bud, or dormant bud clusters, leaving a stub of dead wood. The withered stub will eventually rot away and fall off. All cuts should be as smooth as possible since this will aid in healing.

Tree Pruning 

Arborists will also maintain and develop formal pruning styles on your property including pollarding, pleaching, and topiary tree pruning  services. Vista pruning, or view,scaping, is judicious removal of branches to enhance a specific view from a defined location, and is also frequently performed for our tree pruning  clients.

Let the Tree Pruning  Pros make the Decisions!

The timing of pruning, what to prune, and how much to prune are key factors that affect the health and future of a tree. There are many different types of pruning practices that can be performed in different situations. Tree pruning urban landscape is safe, and on a regular basis been called upon by municipalities for pruning, elevating foliage from sidewalks, wall back from lights post and homes, wall back from wires and utility wires, removals and storm damage.

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Tree Trimming 

We excel at fine pruning for tree health, view scape and aesthetics; proper pruning is our passion, and we want to provide the best tree trimming  services. Pruning is a delicate balance of art and science, blending aesthetic vision with a deep understanding of plant anatomy and physiology. Tree trimming  is an ongoing task which should be done regularly, especially for trees that are near power lines or buildings.

When done poorly, pruning can have permanent and severe, detrimental effects on a tree’s health and long-term beauty. Be wary of tree services that advertise “tree trimming” or “lopping“, and walk away from any that advertise “topping”.

There is a risk when you trim your trees independently. Please, for your safety, contact us and let the trained professionals eliminate the risk!

Tree Thinning

Selective pruning is a skill used to reduce density of living branches by removing entire branches or thinning the ends of large branches. “Thinning” may include removal of dead branches. When a pruning job calls for precision, the right equipment and experience is vital. That is when years of experience and state of the art bucket truck will provide you with the professional quality you are looking for. With an attention for details and a well respected reputation; it is no wonder our tree trimming  service assists such high profile clients.

Tree Climbing

Our staff have perfected the technique of the “rope and harness” tree work method. This rope and harness method enables us to work on almost any impassable terrain, urban landscape and steep slope without harming the surrounding vegetation or buildings. These techniques even enable work to be performed in cramped courtyards, and in places that would otherwise be inaccessible while trimming urban landscapes like tree trimming .

Bucket Truck

Reliable equipment with experienced operators at an affordable price, makes our tree trimming  your first choice.

Cabling

Cabling of tree limbs reduces potential breakage. The objective of cabling is to provide supplemental support to the two co-dominant limbs forming the split crotch in order to limit additional splitting and lengthen the useful life of the tree.

Newly planted trees can add beauty to your landscape or create a future barrier between two properties. Our knowledgable staff can recommend the right type of tree that will benefit your ecosystem; be it bush, shrub, or sappling.

We carry full commercial and professional insurance and are fully covered.  We are an accredited company. Tree trimming  one job at a time.

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Fun Facts About Trees

Trees keep our air supply fresh by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen.

In one year, an acre of trees can absorb as much carbon as is produced by a car driven up to 8700 miles.

Trees provide shade and shelter, reducing yearly heating and cooling costs by 2.1 billion dollars.

Trees lower air temperature by evaporating water in their leaves.

The average tree in metropolitan area survives only about 8 years!

A tree does not reach its most productive stage of carbon storage for about 10 years.

Trees cut down noise pollution by acting as sound barriers.

Tree roots stabilize the soil and prevent erosion.

Trees improve water quality by slowing and filtering rain water as well as protecting aquifers and watersheds.

Trees provide protection from downward fall of rain, sleet, and hail as well as reduce storm run-off and the possibility of flooding,

Trees provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Trees located along streets act as a glare and reflection control.

The death of one 70-year old tree would return over three tons of carbon to the atmosphere.

Tree Biology

Trees are the longest living organisms on earth.

Trees and other plants make their food through a process called photosynthesis.

The inside of a tree is made of cork, phloem, cambium, and xylem.

The xylem of a tree carries water from the roots to the leaves.

Trees and the Environment

Trees renew our air supply by absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen.

The amount of oxygen produced by an acre of trees per year equals the amount consumed by 18 people annually. One tree produces nearly 260 pounds of oxygen each year.

One acre of trees removes up to 2.6 tons of carbon dioxide each year.

Shade trees can make buildings up to 20 degrees cooler in the summer.

Trees lower air temperature by evaporating water in their leaves.

Tree roots stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Trees improve water quality by slowing and filtering rain water, as well as protecting aquifers and watersheds.

The cottonwood tree seed is the seed that stays in flight the longest. The tiny seed is surrounded by ultra-light, white fluff hairs that can carry it on the air for several days.

Record-setting Trees

One of the tallest soft wood trees is the General Sherman, a giant redwood sequoia of California. General Sherman is about 275 ft or 84 m high with a girth of 25 ft or 8 m.

The 236 ft or 72 m high Ada Tree of Australia has a 50 ft or 15.4 m girth and a root system that takes up more than an acre.

The world’s tallest tree is a coast redwood in California, measuring more than 360 ft or 110 m.

The world’s oldest trees are 4,600 year old Bristlecone pines in the USA.

Trees and Science

Dendrochronology is the science of calculating a tree’s age by its rings.

Tree rings provide precise information about environmental events, including volcanic eruptions.

A mature birch tree can produce up to 1 million seeds per year.

Moon trees were grown from seeds taken to the moon by Stuart Roosa, Command Module pilot of the Apollo 14 mission of January 31, 1971. The effort included 400-500 seeds, which orbited the moon on the first few days of February 1971. NASA and the USFS wanted to see if being in space and in the moon’s orbit would cause the seeds to grow differently than other seeds.

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Trees are a strong, yet fragile part of the yard. With help, they thrive and safely provide both beauty and shade. Without help, they may become sick and die or unexpectedly fall, thus causing damage or injury. Those who do not understand trees may unintentionally harm or even kill them.

Common tree problems

Dead trees. Because dead trees do not sprout leaves, they are easily identified in the spring. A dead tree should be removed promptly, especially if it is in an area where it could create damage or injure someone if it fell. In fact, dead tree removal is the most common tree service job.

Fungus or mushrooms. Fungus or mushrooms growing on the tree, or around the base of the tree, are a sign of decaying or rotting wood and/or roots. When a tree’s roots decay or rot, the tree is dying. As the roots weaken, the tree loses support and is more likely to fall or to break. If the problem is identified early enough, a professional tree service may be able to save the tree.

Dead branches. Dead branches present a risk of falling, are unsightly, permit decay to enter the tree, and serve no useful purpose to the tree.

Raised earth around the tree base. Raised or broken earth around the tree base may be a sign that the tree is starting to uproot and may fall in a strong storm.

Leaning trees. Sometimes trees will naturally start to lean. The more a tree leans, the more likely it is to fall in a storm.

Missing bark. Because bark is the living portion of the tree, large areas of missing bark indicate a sick tree. Additionally, exposed wood attracts insect infestation.

Problem diagnosis

Since many tree problems are easily identified, experts advise you to regularly examine your trees, looking for potential problems such as the ones mentioned above. For a consulting fee, trained arborists can help spot potential problems and give advice.

Homeowners should know. . .

Tree topping can kill. Although tree topping, or cutting off the top of the tree, is a common practice, tree experts do not recommend it. Instead, tree experts recommend crown reduction. Crown reduction involves removing specific branches at or near the treetop. Where tree topping can easily kill the tree, crown reduction is far less damaging. Experts recommend never removing more than a quarter of a tree’s branches at one time.

Climbing spikes damage. Climbing spikes, devices strapped on to a tree climber’s feet, allow the climber to support his or her weight while climbing. The climber digs the spikes into the tree bark/trunk. Because spikes damage the tree bark, climbing spikes should never be used on any tree you are trying to save. Climbing spikes may be used on a tree being removed.

Difficulty drives removal cost. Experts often remove even difficult trees with little damage to other trees, plants, landscaping, and lawns. Doing so can be a challenging and expensive task. Companies offering to simply cut down a tree and allow it to fall freely are not providing protection for other yard components. When comparing quotes, make sure to compare apples to apples.

Landscaping can kill a tree. According to the experts, trees breathe through their roots. Adding six inches of soil on top of a tree’s root system can suffocate it.

Withhold payment until work is finished. Some homeowners who pay for tree services before the work and cleanup are complete find that cleanup promises are quickly forgotten. Withholding payment until cleanup is complete gives the tree service a financial incentive to finish the job.

Liability is significant. According to industry sources, if you feel that a neighbor’s tree is in danger of damaging your house or property, you should consider requesting, via certified letter, that the tree be removed. Such a letter may help your case if the tree later falls and damages your property.

Permits may be required. Many city and county governments regulate tree removal and require inspections and/or permits. Additionally, in some subdivisions, the homeowners’ association must also approve tree removals. Although getting the proper permits and approvals is the homeowner’s responsibility, many high-quality tree services will remind you to get them and, in some cases, assist in procuring them.

Tree services

Due to the heights involved, tree work is very dangerous. Professional tree workers can be seriously injured or even killed on the job. A falling tree or tree branch can damage a home, a vehicle, or other property. Tree services, like any company working at the home, should carry liability insurance. You should verify this insurance directly with the insurance company.

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