Dead or dying trees should be removed from your property for safety and aesthetics. When the tree has a majority of deadwood it becomes a liability. Removal of large trees require expertise and should be performed with OSHA and ANSI safety protocols.
Beware of companies that knock on your door and gives you a bottom line price for removing your tree, ensure that they are licensed and insured before they start. If damages occur during the process and they are not insured, the homeowner is responsible for the costs of repairing the damages.
The most common injuries occur with chainsaw use, proper protective equipment and gear such as chainsaw pants should be worn during chain saw use. Hard hat, eye protection, and ear protection is also an OSHA and ANSI standard. There are many companies that do not practice these safety practices and cause injury to themselves or others.
Key factors that are important to the removal process is utility wires and poles, underground systems such as sprinkler or septic tanks, and the structures beneath the tree. The health and location of the tree will determine if it can be climbed or will require other heavy machinery such as a crane for safe removal.
Removal requires knowledge and tools to safely take the tree down, it is a process that is trained and learned and should be performed by a licensed tree company. We have Certified Treecare Safety Professionals (CTSP) on staff to ensure the safety of our personnel, customers, and their property.