Let us support your trees! Tree cabling and bracing involve specialized equipment designed to support branches and leders that may be weakly attached to the tree trunk.

Cabling is applied to the tree crown, while bracing is used to support two or more tree trunks that may be at risk of one of the trunks failing due to splitting at the open crotch.

• We use Extra High Strength (EHS) cabling hardware to provide maximum strength to support tree branches. This type of tree cabling has a 3.5 x working load limit over common grade tree cabling.
• Bracing applications use machine threaded rods along with heavy duty washers and nuts to fasten each end of the rod when being applied to the opened tree crotch. 

Cabling proves highly effective in supporting main branches of the crown by connecting weak branches to another stable branch on the opposite side, limiting the movement of these branches. However, if a tree climber lacks understanding of how tree cabling applications function or where they should be placed, there is a risk of causing more harm than good to the tree.

Over-tightening the come-a-long device, used to pull tree limbs closer together, can easily result in tree branches being torn from the trunk, leading to a permanent, undesirable aesthetic impact on your tree. It is always advisable to enlist the services of a trained professional tree worker familiar with the proper installation of cabling hardware in trees. Here at Chippers Tree Service, our workers undergo comprehensive training in cabling and bracing techniques for your trees.

We utilize bracing applications to provide support to trees and minimize the risk of them leaning or splitting from weak crotches. The number of braces required may vary depending on the tree’s trunk diameter and openings.

Given the unique characteristics of each tree, our arborists will recommend the appropriate amount of bracing needed for optimal support. Tree bracing installations are carried out using tree cabling hardware to enhance the overall stability of the tree.