Tips for DIY Tree Removal

Cary NC tree removal can extremely dangerous, and could even pose a life-threatening risk. The removal of a tree can be extremely dangerous and even life-threatening. is not advised to cut down the tree your yourself unless it is an extremely small tree that you are sure you can do it in a safe manner. Otherwise, tree removal should be left in the hands of professionally-trained and equipped tree service contractors. If you have an existing tree located on your property which is relatively small however, it needs to be taken down, you can possible do this yourself with the proper equipment, skills and plan.

Tree Removal Preparation

The proper way to prepare for small tree removal requires gathering every one of your essential supplies and an extensive review of the trees. Check to see whether the tree is leaning towards one direction or another and then plan a escape way in the event it fails to slide the way you think it is going to. Additionally, consider whether there are any obstructions in the way of the tree, such as structures, vehicles and other tree structures. If you are certain that there is sufficient safety clearance to allow trees to be able to collapse then you can begin the collection of your equipment and other tools. It includes:

Safety gear (Utility gloves, safety goggles hard hats, steel-toe boots etc.)

• Chainsaw
• Ax or Hacksaw
• Ladder
• Rope
• Wedges
• First Aid Kit

To Remove a Tree

After you have everything your materials and equipment you can start getting rid of the tree. The first step is to use your an ax to scratch the bark at least a couple of times in various places and to determine how sturdy and hollow it is. Selecting an area that is less dense to cut will make it simpler. After that, you must decide the part of the trees you intend to make your cut. Check to determine where the tree is naturally leaning to; it is best to cut the branch in its direction in the direction that it will naturally drop. Make sure that the place that the tree is dropping is at a level, so that it isn't bouncing or rolling when it drops.

Create a horizontal cut around an angle of about hip height and 1/3 of the way in the tree. Cut in the direction of the tree that you would like it to be falling. If you wish for your tree's fall to be on the left, you should ensure that you cut along the same side to ensure that it is pointing inwards, toward the cut. The tree will be perpendicular to your cutting horizontally. A second cut should make a wedge in the tree. Therefore, make your second cut in an angle relative to the first cut. The cut should be similar to a lemon wedge.