Dead Limb Removal

You might think that trees with dead limbs means that the tree is no longer salvageable. That is not true in most cases. It is better to have a skilled professional analyze the tree before cutting it down, and allow a professional to perform dead limb removal to give the tree it's best chance of survival.

We get a lot of concerned customers that see dead limbs in their tree and wonder if the tree is in decline. This is often not the case. Dead limbs occur naturally in most trees over time. Some dead limbs through out the tree is not a huge cause for concern but there are a few indicators that may be a sign of bigger problems where dead limb removal is not enough.

When should you be worried? When the crown or top of the tree is dying off it usually works its way down the whole tree. This is something no homeowner wants to see. Also, when large sections of the tree are showing decay or die back, this can be a cause for concern. If large cracks are visible where the branch connects to the trunk, this branch or lead is weak and may topple over at some point. If you hear popping or cracking sounds from the tree when the winds are gusting, you should definitely have the tree inspected by a professional right away.

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Tree removal is inherently dangerous due to the tools and the trees themselves. Chainsaws, wood chippers, stump grinders, and other tools required for tree removal can be dangerous. With even the smallest distraction, a chainsaw or ax can inflict serious damage to hands, legs or arms in just a second. Tree service professionals use these tools every single day on the job with proper clothing and still get hurt. There are a wide variety of dangers associated with trees when attempting to remove them. Even with the proper equipment, weak or dead limbs can act as bad support systems leading to falls. Sometimes a dead limb has proximity to electrical lines. If someone is working on a tree close to power lines and falls back towards one or hits it with their equipment, they could get electrocuted. Please always consider a professional tree service like Jamison Tree Service.