Keeping your landscape in perfect condition calls for many steps including care for your trees. Keeping trees properly trimmed comes with a wide range of benefits, which we’ve discussed previously, including improving health, increasing growth, and to remove damage. But as a homeowner, should you be trimming your trees yourself? The answer isn’t straightforward one; yes there are some trees that you may be able to care for on your own. However, in general, it’s safer for you and your trees to leave the trimming to the professionals.
Pruning Mistakes
Knowing how, where, and how much to trim from trees is something that is learned over time and through trial and error. If you attempt to trim your trees yourself you may find that you make one of the three frequent mistakes; trimming too much off the tops of the tree, taking off too much, or cutting in the wrong places. This can lead to irreparable damage and the death of your tree. Professionals are trained in proper tree care and can guarantee that your trees will be in good condition.
There are Differences For Each Tree
Depending on the type of tree, it’s age, and condition, you may need to follow different rules and different methods while trimming. Not only can it be difficult for an untrained professional to recognize what type of tree they’re looking at before he leaves are fully out – but knowing how to utilize the differences isn’t easy.
Equipment
To properly and safely trim a tree you need to have access to a variety of tools and equipment, particularly when rimming large limbs. For you to attempt to cut your trees with the wrong tools can lead to serious safety concerns, and it will take you significantly longer to do.
Safety
Perhaps the most critical factor to consider is that trimming trees can be exceptionally dangerous. Along with falling tree limbs, the tools needed can be sharp and hazardous. Professionals have the right training, the right tools, and the proper safety equipment to be sure that no humans, trees, or other belongings get hurt in the process.
Questions? Harford Tree is Here to Help
If you still have unanswered questions when it comes to common tree diseases, the trained professionals at Harford Tree are here to help. We have been in business for years now, and we regularly provide our customers with great work and quality customer service in Harford County, Baltimore, City, Baltimore County, Bel Air, Fallston, Perry Hall, Towson, Essex, Parkville, White marsh, and middle River. For service during business hours, reach out to us or give us a call at 410-592-7321. We offer 24/7 emergency service as well, just give us a call at 443-250-6649. For updates about our business, more informative tips, and to see what we have been working on, follow us on Facebookand Twitter.