Raising

Thinning

Removing the lower branches from a tree in order to provide clearance for buildings, vehicles, pedestrians, and vistas. Branches scratching against a roof or wall can cause extensive damage.

The selective removal of branches to increase light penetration and air movement through the crown. Thinning reduces the liklihood of a tree blowing over in strong winds.

Reduction

Cleaning

Reducing the size/height of a tree. Compared to topping, reduction helps maintain the form and structural integrity of the tree.

The removal of dead, dying, diseased, crowded, weakly attached, and low-vigor branches from the crown of a tree.

Removal

Stump Grinding

Trees are removed down to a 2″ to 6″ stump.

Stumps are ground 4″ to 6″ below ground level.

Palms

Fan palms are trimmed 45° and flowering removed. Date palms are trimmed 90°, flowering is removed and upper trunk “pineappled.” Palm shaving is priced by the foot.