Hiring a professional for tree removal services is ideal if you want to clean up your outdoor space. If you are attempting tree removal on your own, there are certain precisions you need to take:
Don’t Forget About Safety Gear
Safety is vital when cutting down a tree—the appropriate tools and equipment are crucial to prevent severe injury or property damage. You will need a helmet with a face screen, ear protector, and specialized “chaps” (pants) to protect your thighs from a moving chain.
The right helmet will protect your head, eyes and ears. Steel-toed boots and a long-sleeved shirt will protect against scratches, which are inevitable during this process.
Above all, a safety harness is essential. You may feel confident in your balance and focus, but the risk of falling from a high height is not worth it. Trust the professionals for tree removal service.
Don’t Use an Old Chainsaw
Powerful tools are required to cut down a tree safely and successfully. Your chain saw must be in pristine condition, and you should never use one that is old or rusted.
Don’t Work Alone
Having a trusted assistant with you during this process will make the experience safer and easier. Your assistant can stand a few feet behind you to watch the top of the tree for falling branches, and they can let you know when the tree starts to fall.
When we were children, we used to yell, “timber!” when something was falling over—this is the perfect time to use it. This sort of communication is vital and can prevent injury or property damage.
Don’t Wing It
You cannot just grab a chainsaw and go outside to cut down the tree. First, you must assess the project’s scope, determining how to cut each branch and where it needs to fall.
Don’t Lean a Ladder Against the Tree
No matter how tempting it may be to lean a ladder against a tree, you cannot do this, as this leads to a high risk of a chainsaw injury.
Don’t Lose Your Grip
Never take either hand off a running saw, and use an encircling grip with your thumbs wrapped around the handles. If the saw were to kick back, it may cause you to lose your balance.
Don’t Cut Down a Rotten Tree
This requires professional tree services because if the heart of a tree is rotted out, the “felling” direction will be unpredictable, and you will have to deal with falling dead tree limbs. Tree removal professionals are experienced handling rotten trees, follow protocol for safe removal.
Don’t DIY Near Power Lines or Structures
Even if there is a one percent chance that you won’t be able to fall a tree away from power lines or systems around your house, do not take this risk, as it can lead to perilous consequences. Hire a professional instead for this type of tree removal project.
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