Most roadside trees just become part of the scenery. That is, until they get so big that they present a hazard to passing traffic and, in some cases, the road itself.
That’s what one Ooltewah, TN, homeowner faced. They worried that an oak tree on their property had become too large. They called Tree Worx LLC for professional tree removal, knowing that the team could handle the job without property damage or excessive traffic disruption.
Tree Work Near the Road Is Always Complex
- Client Profile: Residential
- Location: Ooltewah, Tennessee
- Type of Service: Tree removal
- Duration: Six hours
- Service Frequency: One-time
- Season: Summer
- Tree Type: Oak Tree
- Client Preferences: The client had a large, mature tree located along the roadside that required removal to improve safety and clear the area. Due to the tree’s size and its proximity to the roadway, nearby fencing, and surrounding vegetation, the crew used a crane. It coordinated rigging techniques to carefully lower each section while minimizing disruption and preventing property damage.
When a Tree’s Size and Location Make the Job Harder
Tree Worx LLC treated this project like a hazardous tree removal. Because it was mid-summer, the oak had a full canopy of foliage, which added weight and reduced visibility.
The best way to work safely was to bring in a crane to reach the canopy and use rigging to lower the branches and trunk sections to the ground. Crane-assisted removals are useful when a tree can’t be safely dropped in one direction or when nearby structures and landscaping limit access. Bringing in a crane for a tree removal job adds cost and setup time, but for a tree of this size sitting this close to a road, it’s the difference between a clean job and a liability.
After the tree removal, stump grinding took care of the last remnants of the tree, so there was no need to worry about future hazards.
A Safer Property With a Clearer Roadside
Speaking of future hazards, tree removal meant the homeowner no longer needed to worry about the massive oak during bad weather or whether it would require emergency tree services and storm damage cleanup. The team also discussed future tree maintenance for the remaining trees on the property, including tree trimming to prevent them from becoming hazardous.
Tree Worx LLC provides experienced service throughout Ooltewah, TN. To discuss a project or schedule an estimate, call them at (423) 451-6388.