We removed the above tree due to its condition and the chance it would fall against the house and swimming pool.

If you're worried tat a tree that has grown and fills a narrow space or appears that it will fall against your house, think twice before trying to remove it yourself. This is not an easy DIY project. You might be tempted to cut down the tree to save a little money, but not having the right equipment and experience could prove to cost you more.

How to Know When It's Time to Remove a Tree

• If branches are hitting nearby buildngs, gutters, wires, HVAC systems satellite dishes, roofs, it’s time.
• Is the tree is damaged or if it has weak wood and frequently breaks, it’s time.
• It drops large amounts of branches; it may be time.
• Roots are damaged or there is visible trunk decay, or it is hollow, it’s time.
• Shallow roots that continuously damage the pavement or your lawn, it’s time.
• Infestation of insects, fungi, or diseases, you have treated the tree, without improvement, it’s time.
• The tree is leaning against your house, it’s time.
• The tree is too wide and blocking access or, it’s too tall and may hit power lines. It’s time.

So, how do you remove a tree from a tight space?

Depending on the situation, an arborist may choose to use:

Felling, Climb & Cut
If the tree is very large, an arborist climbs the tree and uses a chainsaw to cut. This should be done only when the limbs can be guided down with lines for a safe landing,

Use a Bucket Truck
Using a bucket truck when it is difficult to reach the tree canopy from the ground is another option.

Remove a Tree Using a Crane
Use a crane, to lift the tree out of the area vertically and move it to a drop zone, piece by piece. Using a crane greatly reduces the chance of the tree falling against or on a building, surrounding trees or people.

Contact HoneyCove tree experts for a free estimate.