Proper Tree Trimming / Tree Pruning Techniques
Reasons To Have Your Trees Trimmed
â¢Trim/prune away the surplus of interior tree branches.Â
â¢Trimming branches growing toward or on the house.
â¢Remove lower hanging branches over sidewalks and streets to meet city ordinance requirements.
â¢Branches hanging over the driveway that can damage property or vehicles.
â¢Trim branches growing into buildings.
â¢Trimming branches to get more sunlight on your yard/house.
â¢Trim dead tree branches.Â
â¢Remove broken tree branches or hangers.
Benefits of Tree Trimming
â¢Trim down possible storm damage by removing excess interior tree branches.Â
â¢Optimize traffic or pedestrian flow around trees or under trees.Â
â¢Allow traffic signs and lights to be more visible.
â¢Improve the health of trees by trimming diseased branches.Â
â¢Boost the safety of trees by trimming large, dead branches, weak, or broken branches.Â
â¢Expand growing conditions for environment shrubs or grass.Â
â¢Generate tidy and well kept aesthetic of landscape.Â
â¢Decrease the chance of leaf diseases by promoting more air flow throughout the tree canopy.Â
Types of Trimming / Pruning Services We Offer:
Crown-thinningÂ
This type of trimming allows for more air flow throughout the treeâs canopy area. More sunlight will shine on your lawn promoting a better looking yard and will allow for more air flow preventing stress on interior branches.
Crown-raising
With this type of trimming we raise the height of lower hanging leaders. In Kansas City, branches must clear 10â feet over sidewalks and 14â over streets.Â
Crown-reductionÂ
This technique is used when your tree has outgrown itâs intended area. It involves pruning back the height and width of the upper portion of the crown. Â