Trees are beautiful and add a sense of natural beauty to our homes and yards. They are also vital to our ecosystem as they provide shelter to animals and birds and produce the oxygen we need to live. However, summer storms can wreak havoc on our trees and leave branches and parts of the structure falling down which can be dangerous for those around them. Regular maintenance including pruning and lopping helps to keep trees healthy and safe for residents and visitors to our properties.
The term ‘tree lopping’ is often used to refer to the cutting of large or small branches from a tree for the purpose of reducing its size and form. It can also be used to encourage or train the tree to grow in a particular way or remove diseased branches or dead or dying tree limbs.
A qualified professional can carry out Tree Lopping for a number of reasons. It can be done to reduce the risk of property damage and a potential fall, it can also help with traffic control and reduce the risk of obstructions. Tree lopping can also be done to address health and safety concerns such as those that hang over power lines or over a home.
While lopping can be useful in some situations, it is important to know the difference between it and pruning as there are many benefits to having an arborist conduct a comprehensive inspection of your trees and provide you with an expert recommendation of what works best for them. Pruning is a more effective approach to keeping trees in optimal condition, and is an essential part of maintaining your property’s safety and value.
When a tree is lopped it creates open wounds on the surface of the wood which can be susceptible to infection from diseases or pest infestations. It can also cause undue stress on the tree which can lead to a variety of problems, including irreparable damage to the structure or even death of the tree.
A Licensed arborist will perform a thorough risk assessment and health inspection of your trees to understand the unique characteristics, environment and requirements. This will help them determine whether or not a specific strategy is the best option to maintain the quality, health and aesthetic appeal of your trees on your Joondalup property. If the recommended solution is lopping, then the arborist will carefully plan and execute the process ensuring that all cuts are made correctly to promote healing and prevent future damage. Once the job is complete they will clean up and remove any debris.
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