What To Consider Before Removing A Tree

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Trees are an essential part of any neighbourhood, they help to cool the streets by offering welcome shade, they can improve personal health by reducing air pollution, and trees are known to reduce the risk of soil erosion. In addition to this, we work hard to preserve trees because they help to decrease noise, increase wildlife and plant diversity, and it’s known that trees can help in increasing property values.

Unfortunately, there will be times when a tree will need to be removed due to safety concerns. This may be a result of rot, infection, being too close to railway tracks or motorways. While we all want to save trees where possible, there are times when there is no alternative.
This service is something that needs excellent and knowledgeable planning to ensure that the tree is felled safely without causing damage or harm. In many cases, a tree can simply be felled, this means that it is cut down at the base and all that remains is the stump.

The tree will usually be allowed to simply fall over onto the ground, and then the tree will be transported away from that area. However, sometimes this is ...
... not possible due to the area that the tree is in. Ordinarily, trees in suburban or other residential areas are difficult to fell because they cannot be allowed to simply fall to the ground. This can be because they may accidentally fall onto the public property where innocent people may be walking by, or they may pose a risk to houses, buildings, or other infrastructure. In the case of a tree being positioned in a place where it cannot be allowed to fall to the ground once cut down, it will need to be strategically and systematically dismantled. Tree dismantling is not something that an amateur can do as it requires specialised tools and equipment to complete successfully.

Tree dismantling may be necessary if you have a tree that has died in your garden and is ruining the overall visual appeal of your outdoor space. Dead or dying trees in your garden can lower your property value, making your property unappealing to buyers should you decide to sell. If you are planning on removing a tree through the process of dismantling, it is important to consider the impact removing it will have on other people, and it is best to get a professional company to come and do a risk and site assessment.

They will be able to help you evaluate the risks and make a plan that will result in the tree being successfully removed with little to no damage to surrounding persons and property. You will also need to take into account that a very large, dead tree isn’t something that you can put out with the garbage cans. It will need to be disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. A professional tree felling company will be able to point you in the right direction with this as well, but it may be useful to think about using the wood for firewood if it is of a suitable kind, or converting the trunk and branches into planks for DIY projects such as wooden playhouses, furniture, or toys.

If, however, the tree is not dead or dying, then you will need to consider the environmental impacts of removing the tree. You may need to get approval from the local council, depending on where you live, for removing a tree that poses no risk and is neither dead nor dying. You will also need to consult neighbours as they will most likely also need to give their input regarding the tree’s positioning, shade, and other factors.

Trees are an important part of our ecosystem, even in residential and other built-up areas, however, in some cases, removing the tree entirely is the only option. In this case, it is always best to consult the professionals as they will be able to help you tackle this hefty project in the best possible manner.

About Us

SG Tree Services prides themselves on their tree felling, trimming, and pruning services. They are a small and passionate team located in Aberdeen offering cost-effective maintenance services to private and commercial clients. The company is backed by years of experience as well as a trustworthy and reliable team. Their first-class service offers a variety of aerial and ground options and their tree pruning offerings help eliminate safety hazards, ensure trees are structurally strong, and improves the overall landscape appearance. Their capable and professional team will also come out to your home or office to inspect your trees and offer a free quote for trimming services. For more information on SG Tree Services and their tree felling and maintenance offerings, please visit https://www.sgtreeservices.co.uk/.