Several factors are considered when pruning a tree for line clearance.

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Trees pruned in this way are less susceptible to pests and diseases. They may appear unbalanced, but if they are healthy, they will thrive and the appearance will soften over time. Directional pruning allows trees to coexist safely with power lines. If you see a tree with marks on it and have questions, please call us at Removal. Customers often have questions about how and why Dominion Energy manages trees and plants near our power lines. We cut trees and brush adjacent to our rights of way (the areas around power lines) to maintain safe, reliable and economic electric service, and to provide quicker access for our crews during service restoration and maintenance work.

A8. Only specially trained tree trimmers can work near power lines. Homeowners who hire their own tree trimmers to prune or remove trees near wires must first notify SCE. This includes work on any tree within 10 feet of SCE lines or trees that could come in contact with wires or equipment if they fall.

SCE offers a free “make-safe” program. Working near power lines can lead to serious injury, or even death. If you need to hire a tree worker for other work on your property, always hire a qualified tree care service.

As part of our Vegetation Management Program, we maintain required safety clearances around transmission and distribution power lines that serve cities and neighborhoods. Dec 12, Consumers Energy: If a tree falls on power lines after a storm, Consumers Energy states “In the aftermath of a storm, our crews will work 24/7 to trim or remove any tree that is interfering with power restoration. After power has been restored and it is safe, it is the property owner’s responsibility to clean up trees or debris left on.

We will investigate requests for removal of tree limbs that may endanger our power lines. Our contractor's inspectors will explain to the property owner if any tree work is needed and if so, whether the tree needs to be trimmed or removed. Please call with any questions or concerns.

For example, trees can grow into the electrical equipment or fall across power lines, causing outages. To provide reliable service, we must prune or remove trees along the power lines. These practices are approved by internationally recognized tree care associations and are referred to as Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM). Tree Removal. We Create Space, Clear Powerlines, Prepare You for Storms and Brighten Your View. More. Stump Removal. Get Rid of Pesky and Unsightly Stumps from Your Property.

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Any tree-pruning program, including those carried out by utilities, municipalities, or homeowners, should follow the same basic principles.

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