There are a lot of reasons why people love their trees. They provide beauty, shade, screening, sentimental value, and more. But when trees start to pose any sort of liability, they can become more stressful than enjoyable.
Of course, not everyone wants to turn to tree removal. There are certainly times when removal is necessary. But sometimes a tree can be saved. If a tree has some sort of structural defect or injury, it might just require some extra support.
Cabling a tree can be an effective way to reduce the risk of a limb or tree falling due to a defect.
In this article, we’ll dive more into what’s involved with tree cabling and when it might be necessary.
We will cover:
What is Tree Cabling?
Does my Tree Need Tree Cabling or Bracing?
Choosing a Tree Cabling and Bracing Service
Working with Limbwalker for Tree Cabling, Bracing, and Other Tree Services
Tree cabling is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a service that involves installing cables to help support a tree’s limbs.These high-strength cables are used in the canopy to hold one or more branches in place. Once completed, you’ll have peace of mind that your tree is more structurally sound and safe to remain on your property.
Using tree cables is often paired with another service called tree bracing. Tree bracing involves inserting steel rods into the tree trunk or the tree limbs to reinforce weak spots.
A tree cabling and bracing service starts with an expert evaluation in which it’s determined whether your tree will benefit from one or both of these services. Every situation is different.
As we mentioned, the main reason that tree cables or bracing ends up being required is due to structural defects and injuries.
More specifically, some of the reasons why cabling and bracing might be warranted include:
Sometimes it’s just the natural way that a tree is growing. While some trees do naturally grow in a V-shape (with the trunk dividing into two separate sections), this can put it at risk of falling, especially if there is bad weather. V-shaped trees are known to split and any sort of inclement weather can make this more likely to occur.
Oftentimes, it is post-injury that a tree might require tree cables or bracing. If a limb has cracked or a part of the tree has become damaged, it might require extra support while it heals.
This is not a service that is a once-and-done type of thing. Over time, cabled-and-braced trees will require adjustments and changes, depending how things are growing (and healing).
You’ll also want to make sure that the cabling and bracing hardware is inspected regularly to make sure that it is still functioning properly.
Annual inspections are recommended for all cabled and braced trees. Typically these are performed in the winter.
Bracing or cabling a tree can be a great way to gain peace of mind, particularly if there is some concern over whether or not your tree is a liability.
But it’s important that this service is performed properly in order to gain the full value. We recommend finding a company that employs Certified Arborists, as these are the true tree care experts.
A Certified Arborist understands the structure and growth pattern of trees. This can make a huge difference when it comes to cabling and bracing trees.
There’s quite a bit of know-how and skill involved in tree bracing and tree cabling, and you’ll want to ensure you’ve partnered with an expert. Having an arborist on your property who understands the structure and growth of your tree will help ensure you get the best results.
That means you’ll be able to save your tree and get back to enjoying your property to the fullest.
Of course, there will be times, after an evaluation, that it is determined tree removal might be your best course of action.
At the end of the day, you want to make sure that you are doing what is safest for your property. While we always want to do what we can to save trees, we ultimately want to make sure that homeowners truly have peace of mind that their property is safe. This is why it’s so important to have your evaluation performed by a skilled professional.
At Limbwalker, we care deeply about preserving the beauty, health, and safety of your Louisville property’s trees. We have ISA Certified Arborists on staff as well as more than 20 years of experience.
We are ready to handle all of your tree care needs.
We are also always here to answer your questions about tree cabling and bracing, removal, or any other tree service you might require.
Whether you have questions about what’s needed to get the process underway or you simply want to know what to expect, we’re here to be your local experts on the matter. Once we’ve evaluated your trees, we’ll make our recommendations and help guide you toward the best solutions for your trees.
With an expert on your side, you’ll be confident that you’re doing what’s best for your Louisville property.
If you’d like to learn more about tree services for your Louisville home, get in touch, get your quote, and get back to enjoying your yard.