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5 Reasons Why Tree Trimming is Great For Your Trees

Randy Sample — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 19:18:43 +0000

Aside from the obvious benefits, such as the tree’s appearance, there are a number of reasons why you should schedule tree trimming on a regular basis. From a crown-reducing trim to a simple, gentle pruning, your trees will thank you for giving them some TLC.

The 5 Reasons

1. Improve the Health of Your Trees

Proper and regular trimming can improve the overall health of your trees and mitigate hazards by removing dead or dying branches. Removing dead limbs will also help to prevent further decay.

2. Improve the Appearance

Tree trimming helps enhance the structure and appearance of your trees and prevents the development of weak or broad branches.

3. Improve Exposure to the Elements

Your trees need a good supply of sunlight and air circulation in order to thrive. Removing dead or overgrown branches will help to allow the elements to work their magic, which in turn will improve the overall health of your tree.

4. Improve the Size and Crop of Fruit Trees

Did you know that the secret to a bumper fruit crop has a lot to do with the size and shape of your tree? We recommend pruning fruit trees in mid to late winter so that the center of the tree is exposed to sunlight.

5. Improve Your View

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Our Certified Arborists Are Ready to Assist

Whether you need a tree trimmed for aesthetic reasons or you have a dead tree that you would like completely removed, we can help. Give us a call at (413) 525-0060 or contact us here.

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Storm-Damaged Trees – Take Caution!

Randy Sample — Sun, 29 Sep 2019 19:06:09 +0000

In the aftermath of a big storm, opening the curtains to survey the damage can be an overwhelming experience. Your initial reaction is to get outside and clean up the mess, but take caution! Before stepping out, look for fallen power lines/cables and survey your trees for hanging branches or ones that look broken. Only proceed if you are absolutely sure it is safe to do so. If in doubt, call us!

Give Your Tree(s) the Best Chance of Survival

Properly assessing the damage following a storm could make all the difference for your trees. Hasty decisions may result in a tree being removed unnecessarily.

First-Aid Following a Storm

There are a number of simple, first aid steps you can administer yourself or arrange with a professional to give your trees the best chance of survival.

Safety first!

Call the Electric & or Cable Companies - Notify them of the fallen wires/cables and wait until they give the go-sign before proceeding with clean up efforts
Remove/Prune Broken Branches - Properly prune or remove branches to help prevent the risk of decay agents getting into the open wounds. Make sure the cuts are made in the right place and are “clean”.
Remove Torn Bark - Carefully remove loose or torn bark with a sharp knife to eliminate hiding places for insects and improve the appearance of your tree. Be careful not to expose the green inner bark (cambium) as these fragile layers carry the tree’s water and food between roots and leaves.
Call An Expert - If in doubt, call ArborTech out! We are insured and have the experience and equipment necessary to take care of your storm damaged trees. Call us at (413) 525-0060 or contact us today

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Pruning with a Purpose

clientsite — Fri, 25 Nov 2016 15:55:02 +0000

Part of my training to become a Certified Arborist focused on the art of pruning. Pruning has many objectives, methods and results. It’s important to have a clear objective before pruning to get the results you are working for. Autumn is the perfect time of year to get a good look at the structure of your trees because as the leaves fall, the “bones” become visible.

Pruning should never be done just for “pruning’s sake”. Every leaf is a food making machine and therefore should not be removed without good reason. A good rule of thumb is to never remove more than 25% of a tree’s foliage in one season.

Consider your objective. Is it:

to improve the vitality (health) of your tree/shrub
to provide roof clearance
to “tuck back” a limb that hits you in the head when you’re on the rider mower
to stimulate the production of more fruit

There are many possibilities, but don’t move forward unless you’re clear on what it is that you want to accomplish.

Pruning ornamentals and shade trees is a bit more daunting which is why it’s a good idea to consult with a qualified tree care expert who is trained in tree and woody plant health care. A Certified Arborist can offer you expert advice and suggestions on how plants, people and structures can co-exist in a shared space.

Alex removes some lower limbs for driveway clearance.

The thing to remember with pruning, especially large shade trees, is there’s no putting it back once it’s cut. Just like the carpenter’s rule of thumb is to “measure twice, cut once”, decisions on what limb or limbs to take should be left to the professional. A Certified Arborist knows trees – their species, their structural tendency, their typical response to pruning….they know which type of tree bark will tear more readily than others. Details like these are what ensure proper cuts are made to maximize the healing processes of the tree.

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