Tree Cabling & Bracing in Allentown, PA
Big shade trees with weak forks or long, heavy limbs can sometimes be supported rather than removed. Cabling and bracing reduce the risk of splits in storms.
Request a tree serviceWeak forks
V-shaped unions with bark trapped between stems are prone to splitting.
Cables
Steel cables high in the canopy limit how far limbs can move.
Rods
Threaded rods through the trunk brace cracks and weak unions.
Not a cure
Support reduces risk but doesn't fix decay.
Inspection
Cables should be checked every few years.
Pruning too
Reducing limb weight works hand in hand with cabling.
Valuable trees
Worth considering for large, healthy trees near homes.
When to remove
If decay or cracks are severe, removal is safer.
Get a quote
Tell the tree service about the tree. Send a request and a tree service will get in touch.
Lehigh Valley storms
Cables and braces are most useful on big shade trees that have one or two weak points but are otherwise sound. Wet snow, ice and summer thunderstorms put the most stress on those weak unions, so installing support before winter is ideal.
Frequently asked questions
- Does cabling hurt the tree?
- Properly installed hardware has little effect on a healthy tree.
- How long do cables last?
- Many years with periodic inspections.
Other tree service services
Need cabling & bracing in Allentown?
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