Tree Bracing and Cabling Services
Trees are a pivotal part of our ecosystem. They contribute not only to the aesthetics of a community, but to the native life in the area as well. With incredible biodiversity of trees in Melbourne, the trees that we have seen cause hazards in public areas are those that are tall and slim. These trees are at risk of branches breaking during storms, and even worse – trees toppling over.
You can prevent all of the above by investing in the tree bracing and cabling services at Dynamic Arborist. We have what it takes to solve all of your tree defects, problems, and any undesirable conditions that a tree may create. The following are some of the benefits of installing tree cable bracing systems.
The Advantages of Tree Bracing and Cabling
- Keeping Trees Safe
Trees can pose a threat in some scenarios, primarily if they are top heavy or tend to lean on one side too much. This imbalance in weight distribution creates risk of trees falling or branches breaking, especially in harsh weather conditions. Our Dynamic Arborist tree bracing and cabling services can help prevent accidents.
- Lengthens The Lifespan Of The Trees
Do you want to help support healthy life for your trees for years to come? Tree cabling provides support for the branches of your trees that may have weak points. In addition, tree cabling helps manage the tree’s weight, minimizing the probability of cracking in weak areas or development of bark conditions.
- A Decent Alternative To Pruning
If you have ever pruned your tree during a non-pruning season, you may have experienced stunted growth in your tree. This is why it is critical to prune trees during their particular pruning season. Tree cabling will keep your tree stable until the time comes to prune.
What Do Our Tree Bracing and Cabling Services Involve?
Here at Dynamic Arborist, we can guarantee that our experience will ensure that your bracing and cabling work is done safely and reliably. Our keen eye for structural damage gives us insight about how to move forward with projects properly, and if cabling and/or bracing is the appropriate solution.
Incorrect installation causes more harm than support to the trees on your property. We bring nothing but the best tree bracing services offered by highly trained professionals with years of experience.
Our tree bracing and cabling services involve installing specially-designed ropes and braces to your at-risk trees. As certified and experienced arborists, it is our goal to strengthen and stabilise the limbs and branches of your trees. We provide adequate structural integrity to ensure that your trees are better equipped to withstand your local wind and weather.
Weak limbs are a normal part of a tree’s life cycle, but are not always easily identifiable. This is why we advise that you have your trees assessed by professionals regularly. Our highly skilled arborists have been trained to pinpoint specific weak points, including the identification of bark that could indicate further signs of weakness
When Should Tree Braces Be Used?
In most cases, tree bracing and cabling is necessary in urban areas to reduce the risk of limb failure; specifically trees close to streets or parks. Typically, these tree bracing systems are ZTV-compliant. ZTV-compliant tree bracing protocols adhere to the following requirements:
- The tree-bracing material must withstand elements, work effectively for at least eight years, and be protected from corrosion.
- External influences or weather elements should not impact the materials or components in any way.
- The systems used should not restrict the growth of trees; in fact, they should promote growth. The system should also be adjustable as the tree continues to grow.
- When embracing a stem or branch, the ropes disperse pressure across a wider surface area.
- The material manufacturer must confirm that the system can withstand the load of the tree and have elongation properties considering the loss of strength over time.
If you are in need of tree bracing and cabling services on your property reach out to us here at Dynamic Arborist.
The Ropes Used In the Bracing Systems
Within the industry, tree bracing supplies have improved over the past few years. Initially, contractors used iron rods, metal bolts, and steel straps. These materials corroded quickly and wounded the trees that they were intended to support. In recent years, the arborist industry has turned to weather-resistant plastics that are equally as durable.
- Keeping Trees Safe
The ropes of any tree bracing system must have capacity to adequately support the load of the leaves and branches they hold. They also must be elastic enough to elongate and accommodate the growth of the tree.The ropes are typically fastened between branches. The stems tighten over time due to load movement across branches. One example of this occurring is the growth and fall of leaves on trees over the course of the seasons. In addition to this phenomenon, the branches and stems grow over time, changing the tree’s overall structure. Another consideration is that the ropes in tree bracing systems, composed of polyamide, shrink when exposed to excess water.
Tree bracing systems are usually installed with specific elongation capacities. Typical elongation ranges from 12% to 25%, and is effective even in places with harsh elements (like heavy winds). During heavy storms however, these systems can overstretch and even break.
The ropes in tree bracing systems are designed to grow and expand as the tree grows, until they reach the elongation limit and break. Dyneema ropes are your best option if you are looking for a stiff, rigid rope. They are excellent for continuous load support. However, they do not elongate and nor do they absorb impact. - Lengthens The Lifespan Of The Trees
Most ropes that have been exposed to extremely high or recurring stress are likely to break after excessive exposure three or four times. Plastic ropes are the most susceptible to material fatigue after exposure to extreme stress. While it’s not always possible to tell if your rope has been exposed to extreme stress, you should call your arborist immediately if you suspect it is failing. Some of the signs to look out for include torn indicator filaments or permanently damaged extension inserts. - A Decent Alternative To Pruning
Studies have shown that most ropes lose at least 10% of their strength within five years. Manufacturers are required to guarantee that the ropes will last at least eight years, per the ZTV-Baumpflege requirements. PPE ropes are among the most durable because of their high tensile strength.
What to Look for When Hiring an Arborist
Trees are a real investment and should be treated with the utmost care. They make good aesthetic additions to a property and offer protection from the elements. If you own a tree, you have a responsibility to tend to it well. Some tree maintenance can be complex, not to mention dangerous for people without experience. Call us here at Dynamic Arborist and leave it to the professionals.
Professional Services – Whenever technical expertise is required, you need the best of the best. Our high-quality services come from years of experience; you can rest assured that your trees are being handled with care and efficiency.
You Get Experienced Experts – Experience is a critical indicator of a certified arborist. You need people who know what they are doing and how to look after and tend to the trees. Our arborists have a deep understanding of how to assess and provide support for individual trees best.
Certified Experts – Getting a new arborist can be a big decision. Whether or not you decide to work with us at Dynamic Arborist, we advise that you check your arborist for proper certification and qualifications. We want your job to be done at the highest quality!
Reputation – Reputation speaks to the reliability, skills, qualifications, and experience of a business. Take a close look at the customer reviews and testimonials of previous clients. Were they satisfied with what they got? Does the company share reviews of past customers?
What to Look for When Hiring an Arborist
This is more than just business for us at Dynamic Arborist. When we install tree bracing and cabling systems, we also teach you how to maintain and extend the life of your tree bracing system. We work hard to make sure that the tree bracing and cabling cost is manageable. We work with a lot of small businesses – and from one small business to another, we provide free estimates. We are excited to serve our local Melbourne community.
Contact us today if you are interested in learning more about our tree bracing and cabling system or would like a quote for installing this helpful apparatus on your property.
