How To Trim Trees Near Power Lines

Tree limbs falling into power lines too often damage wires, cause short circuits and other problems such as service outages and interruptions.

It's not only inconvenient, but it creates potential danger for you and your property. Of course, the danger can be avoided by not planting tall-growing trees under or near electric wires, but msot of us are stuck with the decisions of prior gardners.

The solution is routine tree-trimming. There's a good outline of what's involved - complete with tree-trimming photos - at http://ww1.oppd.com/lib/trees/treetrimming.cfm for the do-it-yourselfers.

If that's not you, and you really need to get your trees trimmed, consult a local tree surgeon. It is much safer!