DIY tree removal is rarely recommended for those looking to get rid of bothersome trees on their property. Tree removal is a serious act and requires extreme attention, precision, safety, and skill. It is best to leave tree removal to a professional tree removal service to ensure you don’t cause damage to yourself or your property.

Our Athens tree removal professionals outline the main reasons why DIY tree removal spells disaster for you, your loved ones, your neighbors, and your property.

Physical Injury

Removing a tree is a big deal. There are many factors that go into safe tree removal, and even small trees prove problematic if not handled properly. For those new to tree removal, physical injuries are common. Falls, slips, and collapsing ladders are conventional ways people injure themselves when trying to remove a tree.

Downplaying the severity of tree removal is a life-or-death decision, especially with large trees. Homeowner’s insurance policies rarely cover DIY projects, so if your project goes south, it will cost you a fortune.

Remember: Repairs from DIY attempts often cost more than hiring a tree removal service to do the job for you.

Property Damage

Tree falls are not as exact as you’d believe them to be. Unpredictable falls are common, leading to the destruction of you or your neighbor’s house, fence, car, or other property. Wind, rotten wood, and leaning trees influence falls, leading to further complications that only a professional can accurately predict.

When cutting down a tree, certified arborists consider the roots as well as the trunk and branches. The root systems are 2-3 times the size of the trunk and branches, and can lead to septic, foundation, or electrical dilemmas underground if not handled properly.

Chainsaw Accidents

Chainsaw accidents change your life forever. Serious accidents cause amputations, deep cuts, and lacerations that last a lifetime.

Losing control of a chainsaw proves fatal, or at the very least, destructive. Chains don’t stop right away, and many unfamiliar with chainsaw use are unaware of this, causing serious issues if not handled appropriately. Chainsaws jerk abruptly when cutting, leading to loss of control of the saw.

Our professional arborists are trained to handle heavy equipment like chainsaws. During each tree removal project, our tree fellers wear PPE such as eye and ear protection, hard hats, and chainsaw chaps to protect against all kinds of injury.

Widowmakers

The aptly named widowmaker is a loose or dead limb that hangs precariously between a tree’s branches. Also known as “fool killers,” widowmakers are known to fall without warning, causing destruction to people, property, and anything else that happens to be in their way. To the untrained eye, widowmakers are nearly impossible to spot.

Strong winds, snow, or other subtle movements such as vibrations from powertools can quickly send widowmakers into action, creating chaos as these hidden branches fall and cause damage to people and property below them.

Our professional Athens arborists are able to identify widowmakers with ease, steering clear of any potential surprises from above during routine tree removal.

Tree Removal Services in Athens, GA

Since 1999, our emergency tree removal experts have safely removed trees in Athens, GA, and its surrounding areas. Backed by an exemplary safety record, $1 million in liability coverage, and workers’ compensation, our highly trained arborists can handle even the most complicated tree removal projects. If you have any questions or concerns about our professional tree removal services, contact Cowart Tree Service LLC today!