by Harry Kennedy | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Hazard pruning is a targeted form of tree maintenance — not about beautifying a tree or opening the canopy, but about surgically removing specific branches that pose identifiable risks. When done proactively, hazard pruning prevents property damage and injury. When...
by Harry Kennedy | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Deadwooding is the selective removal of dead branches from an otherwise healthy tree. It’s one of the most commonly requested pruning services — and also one of the most overlooked by homeowners who don’t realize their tree has dead wood until a branch drops into the...
by Harry Kennedy | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Crown reduction is one of the most technically demanding pruning services, and one of the most abused by inexperienced crews. Done correctly, it reduces a tree’s overall size while preserving its natural structure and health. Done wrong (topping), it starts a decline...
by Harry Kennedy | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Crown raising — also called “crown lifting” — removes the lower branches of a tree to increase the vertical clearance beneath. It’s one of the most practical pruning services for residential properties, used when you need trees to share space with lawns, driveways,...
by Harry Kennedy | Jul 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Crown thinning is one of the most valuable — and most misunderstood — pruning services. Done well, it improves tree health and reduces storm damage risk. Done poorly, it weakens structure and triggers defensive regrowth. Here’s what crown thinning actually is, when it...
