Felling a tree starts with estimating its height and assessing the surrounding area for enough space to safely bring it down. In urban settings, trees often need to be dismantled in sections due to space constraints. The cutter evaluates the tree's lean, weight distribution, and any trunk defects to decide the type of notch to use. A rope is tied to the tree's top to guide its fall. Cutting begins with a notch, or wedge, to direct the fall, followed by a back cut. Adjusting the back cut can alter the fall direction. The hinge wood, the wood left between the back cut and notch, briefly holds the tree and guides it during the fall.

In tree removal near structures or power lines, planning is crucial. At Medrano's, our expert climbers mentally dismantle the tree before making a cut. Rigging is set at a central point, and limbs are cut and lowered. If space is tight, ropes control the descent. Ground personnel guide the limbs to a designated landing zone, sometimes far from the rigging point. Timing is critical; a slight error can result in property damage or injury. Never let an untrained individual handle such complex and risky tasks.

Safe, Convenient and Awsome. At Medrano's, we take pride in using cranes for precise and efficient tree removal. The process begins with selecting a level area for crane setup, usually discussed with the property owner. Once the crane is in place, the boom extends over the target tree. Our climber attaches to a lowered crane ball and ascends the tree. After securing the cable and applying tension, he descends to the cut area and makes the cut. The crane then lifts the section to a landing zone, where ground crew detaches it for the next lift. This cycle continues until the tree is fully removed.