The Difference Between Felling And Removing Trees
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By Tony Postings
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Many people make the mistake of assuming that tree felling and tree removal are one and the same thing. This is not the case. There are a few small but critical differences between the two that you need to be aware of before employing the services of a company to deal with your problematic trees.
Tree felling is the chopping down of a tree. The roots are left in place and just the main body of the tree is taken down. This is enough to solve problems like overhanging branches and trees that are crushing walls with their weight. It does not however take away the root of the problem. The tree may well try to grow back and the roots may continue growing for some time after the top of the tree has been removed.
Tree felling companies often only do tree felling not tree removal. This is because they do not all have the equipment required for removing the entire tree rather than just taking the top off. They will also offer the option of taking away the felled tree. This is not tree removal but rubbish removal. It should technically be part of the job description of tree felling, but some companies neglect to include it in the quote and try to get out of it or charge you more to actually remove the tree they have cut down.
The operation of tree removal is much more intricate and complex. It involves the removal of the entire tree, roots and all. This will definitely solve all your tree problems as the tree will be unable to grow back, it has nothing left to grow back from! Of course, this can be very messy and completely destroy your garden if the tree is a big one (as is the case with most trees needing removal). The tree removal company will have to find and dig up the main roots of the tree, wherever they may lead.
They should also remove all the rubbish and replace the sod they removed in getting the tree out but they seldom do. Like tree felling companies, they have a tendency to try escape their responsibilities of removing all the left over bits of tree.
How these companies can expect you to deal with the rubbish after they have gone dumbfounds me every time. Not all companies are like that though. Some have realised that the average client does not have the facilities to deal with large tree trunks and branches covering their yard in the aftermath of a tree removal or felling contract. These companies kindly take the time to load their left over tree bits into their truck and dispose of it properly.
Be sure to ask for the correct service tree felling or tree removal according to your needs. Do not get confused between the two. Each one has different advantages and disadvantages. Also make sure that the company you hire to help you with your tree problems will undertake to remove the rubble of their operations.
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Author Bio Box: Tony Postings
For more information on tree removal and tree felling, go to http://www.treefellingjhb.co.za
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