January 31, 2009

When to Hire a Pro to prune Trees

I think the most important item for yard care is to prune your trees annually for many reason. I think branches or tree can cause injury to people and structures.

House threats: Wood density varies, but as a guide assume a cubic foot weighs 50 pounds.  Additional branches and leaves on a limb only add to the weight.  Call a landscaper or tree care professional that has experience bringing down, threatening limbs or even the tree.

Wire threats: If you do cut prune yourself make sure no aluminum ladder or pruning poles because they conduct electricity. Some utilities company will prune the tree themselves by wires.

Here is a couple of website you should check out. Wwwisa-arbor.com, asca-consulants.org, natlarb.com

Ben Bahrami

Dickson Podley Realtors

www.BenBahrami.com