Thursday, January 23, 2014

By Grace Rivas


There are different reasons to perform tree trimming at home or around commercial facilities. Whichever reason you may have, it is important to engage a professional who will offer value for money. Experts understand the right procedures and proper timing to maintain beauty and productivity of each species. Amateurs are likely to mess up the bushes and leave your compound in bad shape.

Common reasons for trimming trees include control of diseases. Infected branches are cut off to prevent the disease from spreading to other areas or affecting other species in the compound. It is necessary to prune the trees after a storm to free utility lines like pipes and electric wires that may have been affected. Other branches fall on the house and are likely to damage the roof if not removed quickly.

Trees are trimmed to maintain and enhance the beauty of the compound. They are given the right shape on the crown according to the species. The designs are aimed at complementing other trees in the area or structures in the compound. It will help remove unnecessary shading from the sun in a way that affects other plants or obstructs light. The trees will acquire the right height and allow the trunk to thicken.

Lower and old branches should be removed from time to time. Their removal facilitates regeneration to keep the bushes young and vibrant. The old and lower branches are health hazard because they can break and injure the people working or using the compound. They affect the design and aesthetics around the area because of scarcity of leaves. They prevent some of the trees from growing taller and reaching maximum potential.

Professionals are not given all the work when you need to trim trees. Some of the tasks are minor and can be handled using domestic tools and equipment. This is applicable where the branches are small. Large trees should be left to professionals because they possess proper machines and tools to complete the work. They may require power saws and cranes that are only used by professionals.

The removal of dead and old branches is a continuous process. Winter and late fall are considered the least destructive periods and therefore the best for any form of pruning. Vegetation is dormant at this period and will therefore not loose much sap. The cuts are stressful during other seasons and will leave the tree vulnerable to infections or attack by fungi and insects.

The amount of branches to remove is dictated by the purpose and the state at that particular time. More cuts leave the trees vulnerable to insects and diseases. The rule of the thumb indicates that less is better. Experts advise against pruning more than a quarter of the crown. In some of the cases, you are required to meet the restrictions of municipal bylaws. Take measures to minimize damage by insects or disease attack.

The tools used in tree trimming vary on the targeted species. Some of the equipment include rope saws, pole pruners, buck saws, folding pruners and loppers. Each species presents a unique challenge. You will require safety gear like overalls, helmet and gloves. A ladder comes in handy for some bushes.




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