Cutting Down a Tree

I've had a few discussions here regarding trees and issues with them. If you do have a problem tree and it needs felling then this guide will provide some critical information. You should be aware that cutting a tree down can be extremely dangerous and I have covered the safety issues in the guide. Hope this helps with anyone having tree problems. http://hometipster.com/how-to-cut-down-a-tr...

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Cutting down a tree. Safety information.

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Jeanette S Atlanta, GA

I do not care how handy you are, cutting down trees should be left to the professionals! It is one way to get yourself or your loved ones killed! A professional has the proper safety gear, climbs the tree and cuts it down in sections which are attached with roping and moved aside. Be sure you verify tree cutters have workmens and comprehensive insurance before they start! This verification comes from their insurance agent, not a copy handed to you by them!!!! There comes a time when saving money can prove to be VERY COSTLY!

on Jul 15, 2012 · Like 0
Hometipster.com Columbus, MS

Jeanette - I fully agree, when it comes to medium to large trees I would leave it to the professionals. Small trees are easy enough to tackle, but preferably I would leave a tree alone unless it is causing serious problems. I've actually received a number of people asking me about this subject and my advice is always the same - if you don't know what you are doing then call in a Tree Surgeon. Thanks for the advice it is very good - have a great day :) Graham

on Jul 15, 2012 · Like 0
KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

This also depends a lot on the type of tree....wide branching oaks and maples are far more difficult to cut down than a telephone pole like lodgepole pine.

on Jul 15, 2012 · Like 0
Hometipster.com Columbus, MS

KMS - yes that's a really good point. As Jeanette pointed out, cutting down a tree really is best left to the professionals in most cases. Personally I would only tackle a very small tree - anything larger than that, I would call in a Tree Surgeon.

on Jul 15, 2012 · Like 0
Sherry L Deridder, LA

I have an old Oak that isn't pretty and shades my rose garden. No way could I cut it down myself but I have gathered several estimates and the cost is prohibitive so I am stuck with it. Remember if you do have a large tree cut down to keep some of the larger pieces to use in your garden for large pots, tables or other uses. I have pots of Boganvilla on one and Confederate Jasamane on two of them. Great way to get hight in your garden. If the tree you are having cut down is good for ...»
fire wood you may be able to nagotiate down the cost by sharing what they will sell your wood for. My neighbor did that and got 800.00 off the cost of the work. She did have more then one tree cut down.

on Jul 16, 2012 · Like 0
KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

Rather than fire wood....some trees can be cut for use as furniture grade lumber...
http://www.networx.com/article/native-edge-f...

on Jul 16, 2012 · Like 0
Donna M Austinburg, OH

Professionals can be very expensive, if you don't have that option, and the tree needs to come down, it's nice to know that you can at least get some valuable information from someone who knows. We had to cut down over 100 trees near our new home, this is not something you want to do by trial and error! I for one appreciate the information. Even though we have cut down that many, there are still some that we won't tackle, bartering comes in handy!

on Jul 16, 2012 · Like 0
Jan P Windsor, CT

Having a 'Tree Guy' for a son....I have heard it all. He had to go out on a job once that a 'tree guy wanna be' was working (11PM) seems he underestimated the weight of the tree - and as he was cutting - it headed right towards the house. When my son arrived on the scene, the Fire dept was there, gas company, police, and building inspector. He got his equipment set up, and basically saved the day, and the 2 family house. hire someone that knows what they are doing, and does it well. This ...»
is one of the more dangerous jobs out there, and the good tree guys earn every penny! A low bid is not going to insure your safety. Please be smart and not a statistic!!

on Jul 16, 2012 · Like 1
A Southern Tree Roswell, GA

Amen Jan - we get reports of death and serious injury every week (yes, week) by DIY'ers and even "professionals" - this is what keeps me up every night (and we have competent, trained and very careful employees).

on Oct 31, 2012 · Like 0
Tammy T Spokane, WA

Ive been told that gettin a tree cut down in Nov or Feb is best, When te leaves are gone and business is slow they will give you a good rate

on Mar 24, 2013 · Like 0
Jeanette S Atlanta, GA

Just a few months ago we spent almost $6,000 getting trees down and some trimmed. Sometimes you cannot afford to wait. There was one big one that Hubby was fearful of and wanted it to come down (Poplar, 70' tall and 3 feet across). Two arborist advised that while it had a limited canopy, they felt it was OK. Hard headed Hubby insisted it come down! Guess what? Half the inside was black with rot. The tree cutter was shocked. That tree was primed to take out about half our house and all of ...»
our cars. Had it fell just right, it could have kill us all. There could have been hundreds of thousands of dollras in insurane claims. If you have an expensive insurance claim, your rates wiil more than likely increase dramatically, not to mention the high deductible we have. Sometimes, you just have to do what you know has to be done.

on Mar 24, 2013 · Like 0