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Pruning your tree is an important part of keeping your yard healthy, and winter is a great time to do it! This is when your tree is dormant, which offers many benefits.

It’s a good idea to wait till late winter after the harshest weather has passed.

5 Advantages to Pruning Your Tree in Winter

• More Efficient: When the ground is frozen, there is less likelihood that equipment will damage your yard. This results in faster work, lower costs, and better outcomes.
• Reduces the Risk of Spreading Disease: Similarly to when you have a cut on your skin that gets infected, pruning a tree results in a weak spot in the tree where disease can penetrate. During the winter, the bacteria, fungi, and insects that can infect your tree in spring and summer aren’t around, so of course, they can’t harm your tree.
• Easier to See Tree Structure: Without leaves in the way, it’s easy to spot branches that may be in danger of falling.
• Better Appearance When Spring Hits: When the warmer weather comes around, a tree that was pruned in winter will have a healthy appearance. Proper pruning results in a burst of new growth.
• Less Stress on Trees: When you prune a tree too late in the summer or during autumn, it tends to trigger new growth that is quickly killed by cold weather. In winter, you don’t have to worry about that. Since the tree is dormant, pruning won’t trigger new growth. It also gives trees plenty of time to fully heal before spring, so they are better protected against insects, bacteria, and funguses.

It’s important to monitor the trees on your property to make sure they aren’t causing damage. A dead tree doesn’t just look unattractive, it can be dangerous. After a tree dies, there is a high probability that it will fall and crush whatever it lands on.

Using a Crane to Remove a Tree in Media

This homeowner in Media, PA had some trouble with a large maple tree that had died. The tree was in their backyard and threatening to fall on their house, which could cause serious damage or injury. Check out the photos below for a close look at our work:

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Looking for Tree Removal?

If you’re looking for tree removal or other tree services, you can get a free quote from Mr. Tree today. Fill out our online form or call 484-999-0040 to get started.

Mr. Tree is a fast, reliable, and safe Bryn Mawr tree company. We provide a host of services like tree removal, tree trimming and pruning, stump grinding, lot clearing, and emergency services. We respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis — when you need us, we will be there.

Emergency Tree Removal in Bryn Mawr

A few days ago, we responded to a tree emergency in Bryn Mawr. We were able to attach the fallen tree to one that was still standing. We hoisted the tree up and removed the branches. Browse the gallery below for more details about this job.

We also serve nearby Newtown Square and Chester.

If you have a tree that is causing danger on your property, contact Mr. Tree right away by calling (484) 999-0040. You can also fill out our online form for a free estimate. 

Mr. Tree’s fast, reliable, and safe services include tree removal, tree trimming and pruning, lot-clearing, and 24/7 emergency services. Our team serves Delaware and Chester Counties.

Removing a Tree in Broomall

Watch, frame-by-frame, as we remove this tree for our customer in Broomall. While removing a large tree may seem like an intimidating task, our team is able to break it up into smaller chunks. As you will be able to see from the video below, we safely haul each piece of tree away using a crane.

Click here to learn more about our large tree removal services.

Looking for Tree Services?

When you’re ready to get started, get your free quote by filling out our online form or by calling (484) 999-0040.

When most people picture tree removal, they think of cutting a tree at its base and allowing it to fall, like in the video below:

When using this method for tree removal, it’s crucial that you choose a tree company who communicates well and knows how to control where the tree lands after it falls. Skilled workers will be able to ensure that the tree falls in a safe place so it doesn’t cause property damage or injury.

Other Methods For Tree Removal

Tree professionals call the process of taking down a tree, “felling a tree.” Besides cutting a tree at its base and allowing it to drop, there are several methods we use to fell trees. These include:

Securing the Tree Using a Rope

Depending on which way a tree is leaning, we may need to use a rope, called a guy rope, in order to lower it safely. This method can also be used to keep the tree from landing on a valuable target.

Take a look at this video, from a job in Thornton:

Removing the Tree Piece by Piece

If a tree is particularly large, we begin by stripping it of its branches before taking away the trunk in parts. Using this technique, we have been able to tackle removal jobs on trees as tall as 140 feet! Take a look:

Safety Comes First

Sometimes, we use a combination of these techniques. No matter how tough the tree removal, Mr. Tree will be able to handle it. Every time we take on a project, we keep in mind that safety is the most important factor and our number one priority.

If you have a small tree or shrub in your yard that would work better in a different spot, fall is a good time to transplant it.

First things first, only young trees or shrubs are eligible for transplant. If you try to move an older shrub or tree, it won’t likely be able to survive the move. However, younger plants tend to transplant well, and doing so between late October and early March is a good rule to follow. This is because it gives the trees time to establish their roots.

Guidelines for Transplanting

1. You’ll want to do research on the type of tree you have so you can choose the right place to plant it. Trees prefer different levels of sun and shade, and soil conditions. You’ll also want to know how tall the tree is likely to get, to ensure that it won’t affect the power lines and underground utilities.

2. Young trees work best. They grow quickly and have root balls that are smaller and easier to manage than that of older trees. However, no matter what kind of tree you transplant, you can expect it to go through a period of shock, so take extra care after the transplant.

3. Aftercare for your transplanted tree should include fertilizing, pruning the roots, and digging a deep enough hole. If you do all those things, most trees will transplant nicely.

4. Depending on the species of your tree, you may have an easier time transplanting it. That’s another reason why it’s important to learn about its species. Elms, bald cypresses, and red maples tend to fare well due to their fibrous root systems.

5. Make sure you don’t transplant a tree unless you’re sure the new location is suitable. Also, don’t try to transplant a tree that appears stressed or deteriorated.

Steps for Transplanting Your Tree

1. Make sure your tree is well hydrated. The root system will lose a lot of water during the process.

2. When you dig up the tree, make sure you wrap the root system in burlap or newspaper to reduce breakage during the move.

3. Water the tree as quickly as possible.

4. Follow up with extra care for the tree.

Check out this video for more information on properly transplanting technique.

We are currently looking for a new employee, so if you or someone you know will be a good fit, contact us! We are looking for a key player who can eventually manage jobs on their own. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and experience working in the tree care industry.

Job Requirements

• The ability to climb trees would be a plus.
• Has a class A or B CDL
• Must be able to operate tree equipment, including chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, skid steers, and mini skidsteers.
• Must be able to pay attention and follow instructions.
• Must be willing to take on responsibility to help grow the business.
• Must be able to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must have the ability or willingness to learn how to run a bucket truck.

Contact us to Apply

If you think you’d be a good fit for this position, contact Mike Rupnicki.

During the summer, you are at a unique advantage to check the health of your trees. Since the leaves are in full bloom, it’s usually pretty obvious which branches are unhealthy.

Don’t miss your chance! Now that summer is winding down, take the opportunity to inspect your trees before the leaves start to change.

3 Questions to Ask During Your Summer Tree Inspection

Does Your Tree Need to be Pruned? Most tree pruning should occur during dormant times, but every now and then, a situation will arise when a summer pruning is necessary. If your tree has a diseased or damage branch, it should be removed for safety reasons and for the health of your tree. For your safety, this is a task best left to professionals.

Are You Ready for Hurricane Season? Make sure your trees don’t have any loose branches. Weak branches may need to be cabled or braced at this time–hurricane season is about to arrive. If there’s a tree you’re unsure about, now is the time to consult a professional.

Do You Have Any Tree Pests? Have any unwanted critters taken up residence in your trees? Many pests are active during the summer, such as: spotted lantern flies, gypsy moths, emerald ash borers, Japanese Beetles, and spider mites. Throughout the warmer months, periodically check your trees for signs. If you catch an infestation early, you have a better chance of controlling it and saving your tree.

Also, watch out for mushrooms growing at the base of your tree, that’s a sign of decay. If you have any trees growing at an angle, it’s a good idea to inspect the area for signs of erosion.

If you need assistance with your tree care, contact the team at Mr. Tree!

Mr. Tree is a full-service tree company serving Delaware and Chester Counties. Services include removal, lot clearing, trimming, and 24/7 emergency clean-up.

Removing a Tree in Aston, PA

It was so hot this day, so we couldn’t take many pictures for fear our phones would melt in our pockets! We did manage to snap these before storing the phone in the trunk to keep it cool:

Contact Mr. Tree for a Free Estimate

If you have a tree in your yard that you need taken down, the crew at Mr. Tree will be there, no matter how hot it is! To get started with our services, give us a call at  (484) 999-0040 or contact us online.

Mr. Tree is a tree company providing tree trimming, tree removal, and other tree services. We work in Chester and Delaware Counties.

Watch Us Remove a Gigantic Tree

We recently removed a Poplar tree in Media, PA. Estimated to be more than 300 years old, this tree was absolutely enormous!

Unfortunately, it needed to come down for safety reasons. The tree was growing up against the house, and according to an arborist report, the trunk was structurally compromised.

Click here to learn more about our large tree removal services.

Get Started With Our Services Today!

If you have a tree that needs to come down, contact Mr. Tree online or by calling (484) 999-0040. We also handle tree trimming and pruning, stump grinding, lot clearing, and emergency services.