Recently, I provided a courtesy follow up evaluation for an existing client in Willow Grove who mentioned some small pruning work that she was interested in having us provide a quote for. After looking at the small Crape Myrtle tree in her back yard to be pruned for proper structure, I explained that I would like to observe the condition of the other trees on her property while I was there.
Sure enough, the 80' Co Dominant Hemlock tree between her house & her neighbor's house not only showed signs at the main crotch of splitting, but about 50' up, one of the 2 trunks had a large crack that presented a hazardous situation. With an extensive crack or split, the tree could fail at that point with the next rain, wind, or snow event.
We pruned the tree to provide clearance from the houses & remove any dead-wood. We also performed selective pruning to thin the foliage & weight so wind, snow, & ice can pass through with less resistance.
After pruning the tree, we installed 3 Brace Rods to secure the existing crack 50' up & installed 1 Steel Support Cable to prevent the weak connection at the main crotch from splitting.
This job was in the price range of $800.00, but saved our client from spending $2,850.00 to remove this tree, as well as preserved a mature peice of nature for their property.
We cannot stress enough the importance of having our Arborists monitor your trees at least 1 time per season. Although you may not see anything that needs attention, our Arborists are trained to recognize signs and symptoms that if caught early, may save you a bigger headache later. Call us today to arrange for a FREE Evaluation and peice of mind for the Winter Season.
Mike Sauers
ISA Certified Arborist
215-659-1613 x 102
mikesauers@sauersinc.com
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