Mistakes Homeowners Make When Trimming Their Own Trees

When was the last time your tree was trimmed? Is it due to be trimmed? Mistakes Homeowners Make When Trimming Their Own Trees

Mature trees should be pruned every three to five years. Younger trees require trimming every two to three years.Regular pruning can help keep your trees healthy and boost their production of flowers and fruits. Additionally, it will enhance the aesthetic appeal and overall health of your trees.You may be thinking of pruning your own trees. Let’s look at some typical errors made by homeowners during the procedure and how to prevent them.

Using dull tools

A common mistake homeowners make when performing DIY tree trimming is using dull tree trimming tools. Sharp tools will make the tree-trimming process faster.

It is important to use sharp instruments when cutting trees because they are more difficult and dangerous to cut.

By using a professional tree-trimming service, you can stop worrying about having to regularly repair or sharpen your tree-cutting equipment. With the appropriate equipment, they’ll arrive ready to finish the task quickly and safely.

Not Applying the Correct Pruning Methods

Not cutting a tree with the right technique is a common mistake made by homeowners while trimming their trees. Your trees can become more prone to disease as a result of this.

Will you be cutting a dead tree branch with a chainsaw? Only proceed if you are familiar with the saw’s proper usage.

If you cut the dead branch too close to the trunk of your tree, this could damage your tree and give the appearance of uneven bark.

You can ruin the aesthetics of your landscape by disturbing the bark of your trees. Additionally, it might attract diseases, fungi, and pests to your tree.

Hire an arborist to take care of your tree pruning. They are trained in when and how to prune limbs and branches to eliminate risks and aid in the recovery of your trees.

Cleaning up

Not clearing up the mess after tree pruning is yet another typical error people do. It’s not only ugly to be disorganized while pruning trees. It’s risky.
Assume for the moment that you ignore the mess that tree cutting causes. There may be trip hazards from the branches, limbs, and leaves that have fallen to the ground. Any remaining branches or loose parts of the tree could fall on you or a family member and cause serious harm or even death.

A professional  tree trimming company can  take care of pruning and cleanup. This will protect your family and visitors and spare you the trouble of having to do it yourself

Over or under pruning

How much trimming of a tree is too much? If you are unsure of the answer, hire a professional tree trimmer to prune your trees.

Pruning your trees too much could harm them permanently.  When pruning
eliminate dead branches, and make sure you leave the ones that will keep your tree healthy.

Insufficient tree pruning might also inhibit your trees’ ability to develop and flourish. It’s possible that you might leave branches or limbs that could injure someone

.To create healthy trees, a licensed arborist with training and experience can determine which branches should be removed from which limbs. They’ll prune your trees just enough to maintain their beauty and growth for many years.

Cutting in Inclement Weather

Rethink your thoughts of pruning during a storm, when a storm is approaching, you might be tempted to clip a loose branch or limb, but pruning in bad weather can be hazardous. After the weather passes, your trees could still need some extra pruning. This is particularly valid if it has been a while since you last pruned your trees.

An expert arborist can assist you with tree maintenance so that unexpected storms don’t cause you to lose your cool. If you want your trees inspected and trimmed in early winter or late fall, think about hiring a professional tree trimming service. Your trees will become more resilient to the winter’s harsh weather.

Safety, safety, safety

Another typical DIY tree trimming error is not pruning trees safely. This is a result of not knowing how to carry out these tasks properly.

Tree pruning is challenging and risky. Arborists are skilled and proficient in tree pruning because they have devoted time to learning and practicing the craft. Expert tree trimmers receive safety training and are required to pursue ongoing education to maintain their certifications. Additionally, they always have access to technology that is meant to keep them safe.When tree trimming is done by professionals, there are fewer accidents. For this reason, it makes sense to hire a tree trimmer rather than doing your own pruning.

Contact Johnson Ops Tree Care, one of our ISA Certified Arborist will stop by for an evaluation of your landscape at 608 526-6297