I Have a Chainsaw; Why Shouldn’t I Cut Down My Own Tree?

While grabbing the chainsaw you have at home and taking down a tree yourself might sound quick and easy, there are aspects to tree removal that you may need to consider. Keep reading to learn more.

Is the Tree Reachable?

Sometimes the tree you may want to remove is in a hard-to-reach place, such as intertwined in or around power lines or too high for the average ladder. These are situations where professional services are necessary to ensure that your tree can be reached and taken down with specific equipment and safety protocols.

Equipment

Professional tree removal companies can access equipment that the average person doesn’t. Reaching higher points in trees requires more than just a ladder; equipment, such as pruning saws, ascenders, and climbing harnesses, is needed to successfully take down a tree in a safe way. This will ensure that professionals can accurately remove the entire tree or the portions necessary with precision and expertise. So, while grabbing your chainsaw may seem like a smart and quick decision, often, it may not even do the job.

Safety

Removing a tree comes with many possible dangers and requires extreme caution and following safety protocols. If you have a tree in a high-risk area, such as near power lines, removing these without the proper equipment and knowledge is incredibly dangerous. Professionals know how to access and remove trees in hazardous areas and have the proper equipment to protect themselves to ensure the job is done safely. Trees can also be much heavier than expected, so ensuring that professionals are around with weight-bearing equipment to provide added safety is crucial. This safety isn’t guaranteed when removing the tree on your own without the proper protection or equipment.

Expertise

Different types of trees may require different approaches for removal. This is knowledge that only professionals are likely to have. Professional tree removal companies will come out and look at your tree and create the best course of action for removing your tree based on the type, height, etc., to ensure the proper equipment is present to get the job done. The average person likely doesn’t have this expertise, which could lead to frustration and difficulty when trying to remove a tree on your own.

Trust a Professional

When deciding to take down a tree near your home, the smartest decision is to work with a professional tree removal service. Tree Guys of St. Augustine is a family-owned business with over 30 years of experience in the industry. We take pride in making your yard safe and improving its appearance to leave you satisfied.

Visit our website to learn more about our tree services and how we can assist with your tree removal needs. To schedule service, call (904) 797-1817 today.

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How to Remove a Large Tree – Diy Vs. Hiring a Professional – Atlas Tree (atlas-tree.com)

When Shouldn’t You Prune or Remove Trees Yourself? – Green Vista Tree Care (greenvistava.com)

Why you shouldn’t cut down your own trees – Jackson Tree Service, LLC (jacksontreestl.com)

Tree Guys of St Augustine (treeguysstaug.com)