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Under the HP Tree Canopy - Service Details
DEAD HEADING
A leading (or lead) branch is one that diverges, or forks out creating smaller branches. A lead branch can be a single, long, branch or can contain multiple branches which fork out. Normally larger, more hazardous leads are formed at the first fork of the tree, but even smaller branches can cause significant property damage, or individual injury when falling from an elevated point.
CRANE REMOVAL
Removing any dead or dying tree or even a very large tree branch that is dead or dying is very hazardous work. Some rotting trees are still healthy enough to remove without the use of a crane; however, for safety reasons, others which are too massive, rotting, or standing close to a home or other structure should be removed by use of a crane and carefully removed from the property.
In this occasion, our professional arborist carefully climbs up the tree and then fastens himself safely to the tree by use of a lanyard rope- a short rope that is wrapped around the tree trunk and attached to a hook at the left and right sides of the climbers’ belt- which holds the climber safely in the tree so that his hands can be free to rig the crane cable to a limb and safely make cuts with a chainsaw (see photo below left).
The crane operator elevates the crane arm to send to the climber a high tinsel strength wire rope cable which is attached to the crane arm. The cable is then strapped to the tree branch being removed and each branch is cut into manageable sections that are then brought to the ground by the crane arm (See Photo below left).
This process is done repeatedly until the tree is low enough to the ground and it is safe to fell the tree, otherwise, even the last section of the trunk is carefully craned out. HPT Service is always properly equipped to remove hazardous trees safely, while minimizing damage to surrounding property.
DIRECTIONAL TRIMMING
Directional trimming strives to train the tree to grow away from and around the wires. These trimming principles were developed by the U.S. Forest Service and are endorsed by the International Society of Arboriculture as well as tree care professionals across the country. This method is best described as trimming the limbs that are growing in the direction of neighboring electric wires all the way back to their "parent" limb. This method satisfies the clearance requirements for the EPB as well as the health needs of the tree.
LEAD BRANCH REMOVAL
A leading (or lead) branch is one that diverges, or forks out creating smaller branches. A lead branch can be a single, long, branch or can contain multiple branches which fork out. Normally larger, more hazardous leads are formed at the first fork of the tree, but even smaller branches can cause significant property damage, or individual injury when falling from an elevated point.
THINNING AND BALANCING
Thinning a tree canopy reduces the density of live branches in a tree. The entire tree canopy can be thinned or just a portion of the canopy. Thinning increases light penetration and air movement through the canopy which reduces excess weight and decreases the incidence of foliage disease by increasing air flow and allowing more sunlight to reach the ground beneath the tree. Increased light and air stimulates and maintains interior foliage which can encourage taper (narrowing) on scaffold (supporting) branches.
As a result, the diameter of main branches increases near the trunk making the branches stronger. Thinning the canopy on full canopied trees can also reduce wind load and the likelihood of failure. More air passes through the canopy instead of pushing against it, therefore trees may resist storm damage better.
Thinning toward the tips of a branch can reduce wind-sail effects of the foliar clumps (heavily dense areas of foliage growth) in the crown, and relieve the weight of heavy limbs. Proper thinning should retain canopy shape. Clearing out inner foliage can have adverse effects on the tree and should be avoided. Vigorous production of water sprouts on interior limbs is often a sign of over thinning. In addition, thinning gives the tree a pleasing lacy appearance that adds certain elegance to the landscape.
WOUND CARE
Trees are commonly wounded and the causes are many; broken branches; impacts, abrasions and scrapes; animal damage; insect attack; fire; etc. Wounds usually break the bark and damage the food- (phloem or inner bark) and water- (xylem or wood) conducting tissues. However, proper tree care can limit the progress of decay in an injured tree. This fact sheet discusses tree responses to wounding and what can be done after wounding to keep the tree healthy.
DEAD BRANCH REMOVAL
Removing dead branches from the tree canopy will reduce the likelihood of people getting injured or property being damaged from falling branches. This can also help keep the tree in a high-energy, healthy status by maintaining sapwood in a functioning state..
UPPER CANOPY HEIGHT
REDUCTION
Reducing upper canopy height will decrease the likelihood of the tree falling over. In very heavy rain or wind it is possible for a tree’s root system to be pulled out of the ground from a heavily canopied tree. This is most common when the soil surrounding a tree’s root system, being submerged by heavy rain fall, swells up and becomes unstable.
LOWER CANOPY HEIGHT
ELEVATION
Removing low branches that are close to or resting on your roof will significantly reduce roof and shingle damage. After rainfall, roof shingles need air to dry out. Allowing leaves or branches to rub against, or lay on a roof top decreases air flow causing dry rot. Additionally, where there is a tree hovering over a structure the tree debris should regularly be cleaned from the roof top of the structure. Large trees should be elevated to such a height that the tree is able to be passed under easily; otherwise lower canopy height, in fact, is all according to personal preference.
LATERAL TRIMMING AND
WEIGHT REDUCTION
Lateral trimming is a method of removing limbs at their nearest main branch or to the trunk of the tree, and not simply cut to a "stub." Utility companies and professional arborists now agree. The best way to trim trees, for the tree's health, and for maintaining reliable electric networks, is to use a method called "directional" or "lateral" trimming.