Professionals carrying out tree trimming and pruning services want homeowners to believe that these jobs are easy however there is much that is needed than simple tree cutting. Although some of these jobs can be done by a homeowner on their own it is good to leave them to professionals. According to professionals, the time to do the pruning or trimming of trees and the portions to be cut is what matters. To most people trimming and pruning simply means cutting of trees but for clarifying this pruning is for the health of trees and for ensuring the safety of people and structures around the trees while trimming is for trees grooming.
There are two classifications of reasons why people hire companies for trimming and pruning with two being for trimming and two for pruning. Trimming is the aspect of improving the trees health and pruning is enhancing the tree structure. Third is the hazard or safety pruning where branches are removed for safety concerns. If branches are loosely hanging they can be dangerous so they must be pruned. Reducing the crown is the fourth one which is the removal of tree sides and branches on the tree sides. This are normally done to stop the trees from growing up to the utility lines and damage roofs and enable sunlight and air to reach inside branches.
Tree pruning and trimming is done by professionals ensures trees are pruned efficiently and correctly.
If you want to do pruning on your own, do not climb spurs as it is dangerous to the trunks and tree barks. Ensure the barks after pruning are firmly attached. In case the branches are heavy and large make sure they are cut in segments so that the bark not torn. Ropes should be used to that large branches are not thrown down.
Pruning and trimming can be done at any time in a year. Trees that bloom in spring can be trimmed after flowering. Trees blooming in summer can be pruned in spring. It is advised to prune trees that bear fruits in late winter so that they can take shape and enable the sun on the trees. During winter you can prune hardwood and shrubs.
Cutting trees are not simple instead it is risky if proper equipment and tools are not used can cause accidents. Work with a colleague so that they can give you tools, protect yourself with a hard hat, gloves and safety glasses. In case things don’t work as per plan do not panic as you can contact professional who will be ready to help in the trimming and pruning for you.