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The Advantages of Different Types of Tree Pruning

The Advantages of Different Types of Tree Pruning

Snowy trees are wonderful to look at during winter, especially in your yard! However, extreme weather conditions and…

Nov 05,2021

Snowy trees are wonderful to look at during winter, especially in your yard! However, extreme weather conditions and snowfalls can affect the tree over its lifetime; from congested branches to low-hanging or even broken branches, these are the most common indicators of the necessity of tree pruning, which is as essential for the overall health of the tree as it is for your family’s safety. Sesmas Tree Service recommends you to keep reading if you want to know more about the different types of tree pruning!

The Advantages of Different Types of Tree Pruning

What Are The Different Types of Tree Pruning?

Pruning is when branches are selectively removed from a tree, in order to remove damaged branches while enhancing the structure and allowing healthy growth. A tree company can identify the different types of branches, with or without leaves; the team of Sesmas Tree Service can easily identify and remove diseased branches that are clearly in a bad shape (visibly broken, dying, or dead).

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Allowing more air movement and additional light penetration within a tree’s crown is achieved by tree pruning and removing diseased branches, which also allows reducing the weight of extended branches and limbs of the tree. Keep in mind that tree pruning is limited to less than a quarter of the tree’s live foliage.

While storms can show which branches are threatening the surroundings, their real condition might not be realized until the branches have already failed. A tree company is able to handle poorly attached branches before they can harm and damage close properties, in order to increase the tree’s strength and lifespan. The branch reduction pruning process, also known as structural pruning, involves cutting branches back so that the leader branch becomes dominant in the growth of the tree. This method won’t cause the same issues as tree topping that uses deep cuts at the top of a tree, but it will definitely manage branch density and branch diameter ratios within the tree to help its future growth.

What Are The Other Types of Tree Pruning?

Special pruning is crucial for trees that are planted in restricted spaces or near buildings, in order to maintain a safe space. Avoiding maintenance problems requires special clearance pruning, especially in spaces like patios and other landscape structures.

Another pruning type is called topiary pruning, by which certain types of trees are esthetically pruned to be eye-catching. Topiary plants need constant maintenance and require regular maintenance and pruning to preserve their shapes.

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3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

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I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

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Tree branches can often block the outside view over time, and it can be restored via specialized pruning. Raising a tree crown can preserve the integrity of the view, and specialized pruning can involve branches’ removal or simply thinning out the branches.

Are you looking for a reliable tree company to provide you with different tree services? Are you looking to learn more about tree trimming or tree pruning? Do you need help from a tree company to help bring your trees back to life? Whatever you need, Sesmas Tree Service is here to provide! Call us today to learn more.

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