Tree trimming
Trimming keeps trees from rubbing on roofs and siding, hanging over driveways and walkways, or crowding power drops. We remove dead and broken branches, raise low limbs for clearance and shape trees so they fit their space.
Pruning
Good pruning is about making the right cuts in the right places. We remove dead, diseased, crossing and weakly attached limbs and helps guide young and mature trees toward a strong structure. We avoid topping, which tends to create weak regrowth and long-term problems.
Wind sailing
See our full wind sailing page. Tall Douglas firs and other evergreens can act like sails in a windstorm. Wind sailing is selective thinning of the crown so wind can pass through the canopy instead of pushing against it. Done correctly, it keeps the tree's natural shape while reducing strain on the trunk and roots — a popular option for homeowners who want to keep their big trees.
View clearing
See our full view clearing page. Lost your view of the Sound, the Olympics or Mount Rainier? We open up views with selective limb removal, crown thinning and crown raising, and remove trees only when that is what you want. We will talk through what is possible before we cut.
When to trim
Most trimming and pruning can be done year-round in our climate. Dead and hazardous limbs should be dealt with as soon as you notice them, especially before the fall and winter storm season.
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