TREE REMOVAL TULSA

Large tree removals require a high level of expertise, experience, and knowledge and not every tree service is actually qualified or capable of removing large trees.  Some may even require a crane.  Tree removal is actually very complicated and technical and homeowners should look for a tree service with an ISA Certified Arborist that has the right equipment to ensure that proper techniques and safety procedures are used. Knowledge of proper rigging, zip lining, and felling techniques is required.  Homeowners should also look for a tree service that works strictly on trees rather than hiring a company that offers tree services as one of its multiple services and one that has the proper equipment.  Tree services trim and remove trees day in and day out and are experts.  Trees that are located near or over homes or other property or trees with codominant (multiple) stems can be particularly challenging due to obstacles involved in bringing them to the ground.

Hiring a professional and qualified tree service ensures that the job is done safely.  Homeowners should look for tree care companies that wear proper PPE.  Certain industry credentials, such as TCIA Accreditation, Certified Treecare Safety Professional, and EHAP Certified, also indicate that a company prioritizes safety.  Professional tree crews know how and where to cut, how to rig the limbs down without causing damage or injury and know how to properly use the tools and equipment required to get the job done.  Nearby hazards, such as a home, fence, or electrical line can create an obstacle and a professional tree service will know how to work around it safely.

When hiring a Tulsa tree service, homeowners should always ask for proof of insurance, both liability and workers’ compensation.  Liability insurance provides coverage in the event of property damage and workers’ compensation insurance covers medical and rehabilitation costs and wage replacement of employees if they’re injured on the job.  A tree service is NOT fully insured unless it carries BOTH liability and workers’ compensation.  A Certificate of Insurance should come from an insurance agent to ensure that the policies are current.

Removing a large tree can result in quite a mess and there is a lot of brush, large logs, and debris left behind.  A tree service that is qualified to remove large trees will have the proper equipment to safely remove the tree as well as to haul everything away and clean up properly.  Such specialized equipment includes bucket trucks to help provide access to the tree, grapple trucks to lift and haul large logs, skid steers to help move and load brush and logs, and stump grinders to grind the stump and roots that are left behind.

Some trees, like extremely large trees with limited access or a little to no drop zone, may require a crane to safely remove.  If a tree does require a crane, it is extremely important that the tree service has experience rigging with a crane.  TREES BY JAKE owns and operates its own crane built specifically for tree work.  Our crews have extensive experience when it comes to crane-assisted tree removals and have utilized cranes ranging in size from 18-ton up to a 250-ton.

The cost of tree removal depends on a variety of factors, including the size, health, and location of the tree and the extent of the work completed.  Homeowners should expect to pay more for trees that are larger in size, are in declining health, or are difficult to access.  It is best to contact a tree service that specializes in large tree removal for an estimate.

If you are needing a large tree removed in Tulsa, contact TREES BY JAKE at 918-500-9955.  We specialize in removing large and complex trees, including crane-assisted tree removal, and we are fully equipped to haul away and clean up the mess that is left behind after a large removal.  Our equipment includes a crane, grapple trucks, bucket trucks, skid steers, and stump grinders.  Our staff credentials include multiple ISA Certified Arborists, a Tree Risk Assessment Qualified Arborist, and multiple Certified Treecare Safety Professionals.  Crew members are EHAP (Electrical Hazard Awareness Program) Certified and we have multiple NCCER Certified Crane Operators.  Contact us for your free estimate today and don’t forget to check us out on social media on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter!

Unfortunately, there are times when a tree will need to be removed.  Obvious reasons to remove a tree include declining health, damage, or location.  As explained by the municipal tree codes in Tulsa, if a tree is dead, dying, rotting, or diseased, it should be removed.  Removing a dead or dying tree is advisable as soon as you notice it as the longer you wait, the more dangerous it may become.

If a tree is damaged from a storm or construction, it may need to be removed depending on the extent and type of damage.  A Certified Arborist will be able to determine whether restorative pruning or removal is the best option.

While a diseased tree may not be as obvious as a dead or dying tree, signs of a diseased tree may include:

1. Yellow or discolored leaves that lack veins;
2. Falling branches; and/or
3. Rot on the trunk, branches, or roots.

Disease undermines the structural integrity of the tree making it more likely to cause damage.  A tree that is infected with pests or insects and cannot be treated will also likely need to be removed.