What is cabling?Cabling is a method of supporting up or anchoring down a tree to keep it stable and/or adjust its growth trajectory. This technique can be applied to either the trunk or the limbs & branches and is typically applied long-term, semi-permanently, or permanently. It’s not the same as staking, which is a different & simpler technique altogether. Staking involves support for a shorter, more temporary period of time, much like setting a strong foundation of growth trajectory for a newly planted tree. Cabling is also performed by drilling into the tree, versus staking which is just held by pressure by tying or hooking.
Why does cabling occur? There can be numerous reasons why this type of service is needed. Typically, it is to maintain aspects of the tree without having to remove the tree or trim it. If a trunk has split, cabling can help to save the tree from fully splitting all the way. A limb may be in close proximity to a structure or in danger of falling on property such as a house. Or alternatively a problematic overhang may exist above where people or pets use an area. Habitat change which has caused the tree branch to be leaning or growing in an odd way that is unsuitable for it’s natural direction. Why does staking occur? Staking is typically only for about a year or less. It is meant to anchor the tree from toppling while it establishes roots and it’s base. Older tress can sometimes be staked if there was damage due to weather, or other slight growth oddities that don’t necessitate cabling. What is Bracing? A third, less common technique is called bracing. Think of bracing to be like a walker to an older person with mobility issues. Bracing is strong rigid purpose-built support that is placed under a leaning or partially fallen tree trunk to support it’s weight and help it from toppling or fully falling over. They often resemble saw-horses to stabilize the tree. Why do trees lean, fall, or grow weird? • The tree could have been struck by an object or vehicle. • Weather or a natural disaster could have forced it over • The tree may have been planted incorrectly, or not straight. • Habitat change such as removal of nearby trees, consistent wind, new sun exposure, etc could cause the tree to naturally grow in a different direction. • The root ball could have shifted in its place due to unstable soil or sinking ground. • Weight of the top growth became too heavy and caused a change in center of gravity forcing a tip. Examples of bracing, staking, and cabling:
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North Shore Tree Services:
1. Limb Removal - Smart trimming of limbs to ensure balance & health of tree
2. Stump Grinding - Let us remove those unsightly and bothersome stumps from your yard
3. Disease Removal / Tree Wound Rehabilitation - Cleaning up of tree pests/diseases/wounds
4. Emergency Tree Removal - Uh-oh, you have an urgent problem. We have a system in place to fix, FAST!
1. Limb Removal - Smart trimming of limbs to ensure balance & health of tree
2. Stump Grinding - Let us remove those unsightly and bothersome stumps from your yard
3. Disease Removal / Tree Wound Rehabilitation - Cleaning up of tree pests/diseases/wounds
4. Emergency Tree Removal - Uh-oh, you have an urgent problem. We have a system in place to fix, FAST!
Service Areas in the North Shore beyond Peabody MA
Salem, Ipswich, Beverly, Georgetown, Danvers, Lynnfield, Marblehead, Gloucester, Newburyport, Amesbury, etc in Massachusetts, as well as Southern New Hampshire such as Seabrook, Hampton, Kensington, Exeter, etc.
Salem, Ipswich, Beverly, Georgetown, Danvers, Lynnfield, Marblehead, Gloucester, Newburyport, Amesbury, etc in Massachusetts, as well as Southern New Hampshire such as Seabrook, Hampton, Kensington, Exeter, etc.
