Calgary’s Tree Pruning & Trimming Experts – Symmetree Arborist Services

Why hire an arborist to prune your trees?

Improper pruning cuts can create sites of decay that are breeding grounds for pests and diseases. On top of this, it just looks bad. You want to be sure that a pro is working on your trees. ISA certified arborists are trained in tree biology. This means they know what time of year is appropriate to be pruning your trees along with where exactly to make the right cut.

Top Reasons To Prune Your Tree’s :

Proper pruning improves the look and aesthetic appeal of your trees
Safety! – Pruning improves a trees structure, stability and physical integrity.
Clear deadwood to prevent your tree from rotting, this leaves open wounds in your tree
Pruning removes diseased limbs and can reduce out of control pest populations
Clears structures, pathways, and roads
Increases element penetration and circulation. This involves increasing the amount of light that accesses your tree/ property along with allowing weather systems to pass through the tree
To correct previous improper pruning/ trimming

Pruning Services:

Crown Cleaning – removes dead and diseased limbs from the canopy

Thinning – removes a percentage of branches from the canopy for weather & light penetration

Canopy Elevation – raises the canopy

Crown Restoration – improves poor canopy structure due to storm damage, prior improper pruning and topping cuts

Shaping – creates a general shape for the canopy

Hedge Trimming – shape and maintains your shrubs and hedges