INSPECTION/
CABLING
Watch for cracks in branch unions and trunks. Can you spot the 3 cracks in this Norway maple's trunk?
Here we are using two different anchor points to support the same branch.
We follow the ANSI Z133 Standards for tree support systems. Each tree support system is a custom installation, and could be a static or dynamic system depending on the tree.
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If you see visible cracks in your tree, especially if they fill with water and ice and/or widen on windy days, contact us to come inspect and assess your tree. We will give you the best options for your unique scenario.
Your favorite tree develops a crack down its trunk or has a big, leaning limb. You don't want to remove it, but you also don't want it to fail and cause damage! Saving risky trees is sometimes beyond the scope of pruning alone. The risk created by stress cracks along trunks or limbs, and long, tip-heavy limbs may be best mitigated by cabling your tree.
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When we cable your tree, we are connecting weak, poorly connected branches to stronger ones. This helps the whole tree bear the load of wind, snow, and ice more evenly and puts less load and stress on the cracked portion. In addition, if the tree were to still fail, the cables would help hold the damaged branches in place instead of letting it fall.