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Everything You Need to Know About Tree Trimming

  • By Sam Pusey
  • 01 Dec, 2017

Trimming of trees that are around your home is an essential practice because trees tend to become unproductive over time and overgrown trees with weak stems can fall. Tree trimming cost may be relatively high, but the benefits are enormous. Trimmed trees give your home or garden an elegant look among other advantages.

 

Importance of Tree Trimming

·        Keeps the trees healthy and strong

·        Lessens chances of broken or dead branches falling which can damage property. It eliminates fragile and dry parts.

·        It encourages foliage growth and increases tree productivity.

·        The trees are shaped in a beautiful manner hence improving your home outlook.

 

Tree Trimming Cost Depends On:

·        Size and type of the trees

·        Location and accessibility of the trees

·        Expertise in the tree trimming professional

·        Design requirements for the homeowner.

·        When the last trimming was done

·        Tree health

 

You can easily trim small shrubs, but big trees should only be trimmed by expert trimmers because of the dangers involved. When you decide to trim shrubs by yourself, you will have to buy handheld trimmers which costs between $25-$300 or opt to hire a professional trimmer.

 

Size and Type of the Trees

Size of the trees to be trimmed has a direct influence on the cost of trimming. It depends on the type of tree, but the average cost is around $100 to $330. A 30-60 feet tall tree can cost between $150-$800 to be professionally trimmed. Different types of trees have different characteristics like wood hardness, height, the way they grow, number of branches and the way they spread out. Tall trees require climbing or use of special equipment, hence they cost more to be trimmed.

 

Location and Accessibility of the Trees

The area in which the trees are located determines the tree trimming cost. This is because the tree location determines the tools to be used and automobile to be used by the tree trimming company. If the trees are near buildings or power lines, the cost of trimming increases because the trimmer must be extremely careful not to run into power lines or damage the building.

 

Design Requirements for the Homeowner

Some homeowners demand that the trees be trimmed according to their preferred design to match their garden theme. If these designs are new, the trimmer will charge you more.

 

Tree Health and Condition

A tree that is in an unhealthy condition like a tree with several yellow leaves that have fallen off in the garden will cost more because the trimmer must take care of the fallen leaves. Dead trees are costly to cut because the professional must climb the tree himself or use a bucket truck. Climbing such a tree is potentially dangerous.

 

Trees that have taken long since the last trimming was done will cost you more to trim. Tree trimming professionals with wide expertise sometimes charge more because they have a reputation for high-quality work.

 

Some trimming experts charge per hour regardless of the intensity of the trimming exercise. Hourly rates vary from $99-$120 per hour per person but they do not include clearing charges. The total cost will, therefore, depend on how long the trimming exercise will last and the additional work to be done.

 

Additional Costs

Additional expenses can arise from clearing the debris, grinding stumps and hauling the wooden trunks. This can cost you not less than $350 depending on the size of the trunks. Hiring reputable arborists and consulting various expert agencies on various trimming designs can also increase tree trimming cost. If trimming continues after the usual working hours or on weekends, additional payments can also be incurred ranging from $250-$350.

 

When estimating tree trimming cost, make at least three estimates and determine the average cost. Make sure that the tree trimming company has a valid insurance to cover any damages if they occur. If you have an average home with few trees, expect the cost to be around $330 minimum.

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