{"id":653,"date":"2021-08-06T08:35:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-06T08:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/?p=653"},"modified":"2021-08-03T20:38:44","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T20:38:44","slug":"fundamental-industry-advice-for-tree-pruning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/fundamental-industry-advice-for-tree-pruning\/","title":{"rendered":"Fundamental Industry Advice for Tree Pruning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\" style=\"font-size:17px\">Improper tree pruning can kill trees, so the techniques and methods used to prune trees is very specific. If you care about your landscaping trees, it is wise to learn as much as you can about proper tree care practices, especially when it comes to pruning. Continue reading to review some vital information about tree pruning, trimming, topping, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Tree Pruning Service 317-783-2518\" class=\"wp-image-654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN-449x300.jpg 449w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Tree-Pruning-Indianapolis-IN.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Indianapolis Tree Pruning Service 317-783-2518<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:25px\"><strong>Proper Tree Pruning Standards<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) developed a set of standards for proper tree pruning that is used among true professional tree service contractors. This set of voluntary industry consensus standards was written by the Accredited Standards Committee (ASC), and is called the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/the-ansi-standards-for-tree-pruning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American National Standards Institute A300<\/a>, or ASC A300.&nbsp; They are the generally accepted industry standards for tree care practices. They continue the initiative of developing consensus performance standards based on current research and sound practice for writing specifications to manage trees, shrubs, and other woody plants. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Storm Damaged Trees<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take the time to inspect your trees after a severe rain or windstorm. If serious tree wounds are left untreated, it can harm the tree. If there is damage to your trees after a storm, contact your trusted tree care contractor for storm damage clearance and tree removal services for fallen trees. They may even need to trim or cut branches to remove hazards and obstacles created from the storm damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>Harmful Effects of Tree Topping<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tree topping also goes by the names, \u201ctipping\u201d, \u201chat-racking\u201d, \u201cheading\u201d, and \u201crounding over.\u201d Sadly, many people believe that tree topping is an effective form of pruning. The truth is it is not an acceptable technique at all. In fact, tree topping is the most harmful tree care practice used for pruning trees. It can cause a long list of damage and health decline, including bark and tissue decay, sunburn, <a href=\"http:\/\/acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/top-4-signs-that-indicate-a-tree-is-dead\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">epicormic sprouting<\/a>, pest infestations, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\"><strong>DIY Tree Pruning<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not wise to prune trees on your own. Several factors go into the process of tree pruning, so it requires extensive training and experience, as well as professional tools and resources to implement the job safely and effectively. Attempting to prune your trees can put you at risk of having an accident or being seriously injured, and incorrect pruning can harm your trees. Even small trees that do not require the use of a ladder should not be pruned by anyone but a trained professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hire a Professional Tree Service Company<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you need to have your trees pruned, hire a licensed and insured <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indianapolis tree service contractor<\/a> for professional tree trimming and pruning services. They have the proper knowledge, skills, training, and resources to get the job done, safely and efficiently. Be sure to ask them for licensing and insurance information, and whether or not they adhere to ANSI A300 tree pruning standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>Do you need professional tree shaping, trimming, or pruning assistance?<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Complete Tree Care<\/a> at 317-783-2518 for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/tree-services\/tree-trimming-pruning.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indianapolis tree trimming and pruning services<\/a> you can trust. We serve residential and commercial clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You Should Also Like:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/can-i-trim-dead-branches-off-a-tree-in-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Can I Trim Dead Branches Off a Tree in Summer?<\/a><br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/how-to-prevent-poor-tree-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Prevent Poor Tree Health<\/a><br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/when-is-it-time-to-trim-my-trees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">When is it Time to Trim My Trees?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/contact-us.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"245\" src=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screenshot-2018-6-5-Complete-Tree-Care-Tree-Service-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana2-e1528223375639-1024x245.png\" alt=\"Indianapolis Tree Care 317-783-2518\" class=\"wp-image-224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screenshot-2018-6-5-Complete-Tree-Care-Tree-Service-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana2-e1528223375639-1024x245.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screenshot-2018-6-5-Complete-Tree-Care-Tree-Service-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana2-e1528223375639-300x72.png 300w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screenshot-2018-6-5-Complete-Tree-Care-Tree-Service-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana2-e1528223375639-768x184.png 768w, https:\/\/www.acompletetreecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Screenshot-2018-6-5-Complete-Tree-Care-Tree-Service-Company-Indianapolis-Indiana2-e1528223375639.png 1079w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Tree Care 317-783-2518<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Improper tree pruning can kill trees, so the techniques and methods used to prune trees is very specific. 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