Tree Removal Brisbane Southside

Posted by Heath Seo on May 14th, 2019

Introduction

The process of tree removal could be simple or complex, depending on the techniques and tools you use. The first parameter is your knowledge about tree anatomy and the removal procedures. If you are using a set of hand-tools and equipment, the recommended method is top to bottom. You start by removing the branches at the top and move down. Make sure you use the rope-off technique to secure the branches before cutting. One end of the rope will be firmly tied to the strong part of the branch. The other end can be secured to the pulley system anchored to the ground or other vertical support. You can get useful tips from Tree removal Brisbane Southside experts about how to perform the task safely.

Roping Method

The rope length should be approximately four times the approximate height of the tree. The material can be nylon, polyester, or the steel cable connected to a pulley.  You can also use a clove hitch to support the cable /rope. Your friend standing on the ground will start pulling the other end of the rope away from the tree after you have cut the branch.

The branch follows the curved path until it touches the ground safely. You can also take the support of a vertical pole erected parallel to the tree for securing the branch from accidental fall. Then, you have to use a combination of horizontal and vertical pulleys to make the branch land safely down to the ground.

Branch Cutting Procedures

•  Notch cut
•  Relief cut
•  Final cut

Notch Cut

The cut is made at the bottom of the branch. The most common place is at a distance of 36” from the stem. It is a partial cut which may go through half of the branch diameter. It will be in the shape of a V. If the branch is big, you can use a chain saw. Otherwise, you can use a tree lopping. The notch cut shapes can be

•  V shape
•  Humboldt
•  Standard

The V-shape notch gives support to the cut branch from the stem to the cut off part. Humboldt notch gives support to the vertical section of the branch. Standard notch is evenly spaced between the horizontal and vertical planes.

Relief Cut

The relief cut goes completely through the branch from one end to the other. It prepares the branch to be removed from the stem and the bark. You can use the chain saw to make it fast. Or you can use the other manual tools to make it safe, but slow.

Final Cut

Before the final cut, you have to ensure the branch is fastened to a metal cable (or rope) and to the supporting structure through the pulley and rope. After you make the final cut, the branch comes out completely from the bark. Now the person on the other end has to pull the rope through the pulley and make it land safely land on the ground. You can follow the same procedure for the other branches.

Bark cutting Procedure

You may remove the entire bark of the tree until the stem if the height is within 10 feet. But then you have to ensure there are no buildings and other sensitive structures which may get damaged. Otherwise, you can cut the bark also in several sections, starting from the top. You can use the similar procedures of roping, cutting, and removing just like you did for the branches.

Stem Removal or Stem Grinding

You may choose any of the methods, depending on the stem size. For any tree whose stem diameter is less than 40", you can use the stem removal method. If the diameter is greater than 6" you may have to use the stem grinding method to ensure safety. It is also because you may not be using high power tractor mounted equipment, rather the wheel mounted equipment.

Root Decay Method

Once you have removed the stump and the inner root-ball of the tree, there will be a hollow space within the interiors. You can fill it up with the mulch, soil, and other biodegradable parts of the tree. The tree will decay within a short span, leaving the space empty and fertile for planting a new sapling or tree.

Summary

The tree cutting process involves several steps, regardless of size and height. You have to ensure liability insurance for personal injury and property damages. You have to get a permit from the council. You should have the necessary safety and protection gears be staring the operations. You have to ensure proper disposal or breakdown of the tree parts into biodegradable mulch.

Hiring a professional Stump grinding brisbane southside contractor can solve all your legal and technical problems. It can also help you to find an economically feasible solution to tree removal procedures.