Tree Pruning &
Trimming
Specializing in Large Tree Pruning
Call us today at 5084-978-628 or request a quote online
What is Tree Pruning?
Tree pruning is a vital service that tree companies provide, focusing on selectively removing branches from trees. When done correctly, you’ll have a healthier tree and one that is more aesthetically pleasing. When done poorly, it can lead to a dying tree that requires professional removal.
The American Climbers team focuses on healthy pruning for your trees, leaving them in a better state than we found them. We are precise in how and what we cut, and we clean up all the debris flawlessly each time.
Reasons to Prune Your MetroWest Trees
Trim branches that interfere with electrical wires, solar panels, building facades, gutters, chimneys, windows, or ones that block streets or walkways
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Trim branches that interfere with electrical wires, solar panels, building facades, gutters, chimneys, windows, or ones that block streets or walkways
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Eliminate diseased branches or insect infestations that could spread to the rest of the tree
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Eliminate diseased branches or insect infestations that could spread to the rest of the tree
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Train young trees to ensure that they develop proper structure
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Thin or remove unneeded branches to open up a view or let more sunlight through
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Shape to improve the silhouette and appearance of the tree
What Kind of Pruning Do You Need?
How we prune a tree depends on several factors, including the tree’s health, species, size, and location, as well as what you’re trying to accomplish.
Typically, pruning involves a member of our team ascending the tree to get a good look at the branches. Using the appropriate tool(s), they will make precise pruning cuts in the right places to achieve the desired outcome without harming the tree.
Our tree service professionals will examine your trees to determine which type of pruning is best for the health, safety, and appearance of your trees.
Dead Branches? American Climbers Can Prune Them for Better Safety!
Dead branches can break off your tree from a simple gust of wind. Don’t let these branches hang around in your tree and put your home at risk. Call the American Climbers team today at 508-497-8628 or request a quote online for tree pruning.
Why Choose American Climbers for Tree Pruning
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High-Quality Team
We only employ the best tree climbers and equipment operators who know how to do the job right.
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High-Tech Equipment
Our bucket truck and rigging equipment make it much easier for us to reach the canopy of the tree for pruning.
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Pruning Efficiency
We’ve trimmed countless trees, and our team has the techniques and equipment to do it efficiently.
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Insured for Tree Work
Tree work is dangerous, and we carry general liability and workers’ compensation insurance in case of accidents.
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Local Experience
Many members of our team have worked and lived in the MetroWest area for most of their lives, and we understand our local trees.
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Decades in Business
We’ve been proud to provide our high-quality pruning to the MetroWest area since our founding in 1996.
Our Tree Pruning Process
Over the years, we’ve worked to standardize our tree pruning process. Not only does it make our work more efficient, but it also helps you know what to expect when you hire us. Our general process looks like this:
Initial Consultation
A member of our team will visit your property, inspect your tree, and determine what branches to prune.
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Provide a Quote
We’ll provide you with a detailed quote that outlines our plan and the associated costs for tree pruning.
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Schedule the Job
Once you accept the quote, we’ll work to schedule you as soon as possible and keep in touch if the schedule changes.
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Perform Pruning
On the scheduled day, our team will arrive and perform professional pruning in accordance with all industry standards.
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Finishing Touches
Before we leave, we’ll tidy up your property and remove any branches and leaves to leave your property perfect.
TREE PRUNING SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY PROBLEM
We can perform pruning and trimming year-round (including when it’s often best in the winter). However, the timing and techniques will depend on the tree and the problem it faces. Some common problems and how we fix them include:
PROBLEMs
Your tree is blocking access to buildings or obstructing cars and pedestrians
It’s getting in the way of your view
SOLUTION: CROWN RAISING
By removing selected lower branches from a tree, crown raising can provide additional clearance to open up vistas and restore access. If possible, it’s best to do this type of pruning before a tree reaches maturity to avoid large wounds.
PROBLEMs
There isn’t enough sunlight or air flow through the center of the tree
Your tree has some hefty branches
There are structural defects or competition between branches
Your tree is at risk of damage during storms
SOLUTION: CROWN THINNING
When thinning a tree, we selectively prune branches to reduce the density of live branches in the tree canopy. This increases light penetration and air movement throughout the tree, stimulates interior growth and reduces wind resistance (which decreases the risk of storm damage). Done properly, thinning maintains the tree’s natural shape.
PROBLEMs
Your tree is too tall or too wide for the space it’s in
It’s encroaching on utility lines or structural elements (such as your roof)
You don’t want to cut down the tree
SOLUTION: CROWN REDUCTION
Reduction pruning reduces the overall size and/or spread of the tree. This isn't "shearing" or “topping” a tree - it's precision work that cuts each branch at just the right spot to help maintain the overall form, health, and structural integrity of the tree.
PROBLEM
You can see dead, dying, diseased, crowded, or spindly branches throughout the tree
SOLUTION: CROWN CLEANING
Crown cleaning involves the removal of all branches that aren’t contributing to the overall health and appearance of the tree. We can also remove items that shouldn’t be in the tree canopy. The end result is a healthier and better-shaped tree.
TREE PRUNING SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY PROBLEM
Most pruning or trimming work can be done year-round, but some trees are best pruned at specific times of year. We'll let you know the best time for your trees so you can schedule the work at a time that works for you and your trees.
PROBLEMs
- Your tree is blocking access to buildings or obstructing cars and pedestrians
- It’s getting in the way of your view
SOLUTION: CROWN RAISING
By removing selected lower branches from a tree, crown raising can provide additional clearance to open up vistas and restore access. If possible, it’s best to do this type of pruning before a tree reaches maturity to avoid large wounds.
PROBLEMs
- There isn’t enough sunlight or air flow through the center of the tree
- Your tree has some hefty branches
- There are structural defects or competition between branches
- Your tree is at risk of damage during storms
SOLUTION: CROWN thinning
When thinning a tree, we selectively prune branches to reduce the density of live branches in the tree canopy. This increases light penetration and air movement throughout the tree, stimulates interior growth and reduces wind resistance (which decreases the risk of storm damage). Done properly, thinning maintains the tree’s natural shape.
PROBLEMs
- Your tree is too tall or too wide for the space it’s in
- It’s encroaching on utility lines or structural elements (such as your roof)
- You don’t want to cut down the tree
SOLUTION: CROWN REDUCTION
Reduction pruning reduces the overall size and/or spread of the tree. This isn't "shearing" or “topping” a tree - it's precision work that cuts each branch at just the right spot to help maintain the overall form, health, and structural integrity of the tree.
PROBLEM
- You can see dead, dying, diseased, crowded, or spindly branches throughout the tree
SOLUTION: CROWN CLEANING
Crown cleaning involves the removal of all branches that aren’t contributing to the overall health and appearance of the tree. We can also remove items that shouldn’t be in the tree canopy. The end result is a healthier and better-shaped tree.
We Do Not Top Trees
We follow the ANSI A300 standards for pruning on every job we perform. These standards lead to healthier trees. They also outline why we never perform tree topping.
This process is detrimental to your tree and can even kill it. The American Climbers team will never perform tree topping, but we can help reduce the size of your tree through healthy pruning methods.
Tree Pruning FAQs
Consulting a tree service early on can save you time, money, and headaches in the long run. A professional tree company can help you plan your landscape or construction project around existing trees and can help you avoid damaging or killing any trees during your project.
In addition, tree service companies can provide expert advice on how to best care for your trees after project completion. Keep in mind that not all tree service companies are created equal. We recommend doing your research to find one that meets your specific needs.
Yes. Consider professional tree pruning to help:
- Allow more sunlight through
- Remove overhanging branches that could drop leaves into the pool
- Trim branches that impede access to the pool
Schedule your tree pruning or removal before you paint or powerwash to provide clearance for workers and equipment. This also prevents improper pruning and debris left behind for you to clean up.
If you’ll be hosting a big party or wedding and want your property to look its best for the event, schedule clean-up and any trimming work a couple of weeks in advance. That gives white eyes (fresh pruning cuts) a chance to age so they won’t look like the groom with the haircut he got yesterday ;-).
The same is true for tree removals. Remove them in advance so that the surrounding trees and plants have time to fill in and make the area look more natural.
While there’s never a bad time to trim dead or damaged branches from a tree, we can’t say the same for live wood. The best time to do significant pruning in Massachusetts is in the winter. However, there are exceptions to that rule. If you’re unsure when to have us trim your trees, we can help you determine the best time during our meeting.
Tree pruning is dangerous, and people across the country have died or been injured trying to do it themselves. Injuries often occur when homeowners try to climb in their own trees or get hit by falling branches. Leave the job to professionals to ensure safety and the right work for your trees.
Our MetroWest Service Area
Since 1996, we’ve been proud to provide high-quality tree pruning services throughout the MetroWest area. Below, we’ve listed some of our locations and provided a map of our service area. If you aren’t sure if we serve your neighborhood,
give us a call at 508-497-8628, and we can help you find out.
Our Recent Articles
Did you know we publish monthly articles that detail all aspects of tree work, including tree pruning? You can see some of our recent articles below, or visit our blog page to see all of our articles.
Why Now Is the Time to Schedule Tree Removal Before MetroWest Winter Hits
Don’t wait for winter storms to complicate tree removal in MetroWest, MA. Learn why late fall is the perfect time to schedule before access challenges arise.
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Don’t Wait for Winter Storms: Spot Hazardous Trees This Fall
Fall in MetroWest reveals hazardous trees you can’t ignore. Discover why October–November is ideal for removal before winter damage occurs.
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Will a Crane Damage My Property? MetroWest Homeowner’s Guide to Crane-Assisted Tree Removal
Concerned about crane-assisted tree removal in MetroWest? From outrigger pads to insurance coverage, discover how experts protect your lawn, driveway, and landscape during safe, professional service.
Ready to Get Started With Tree Pruning? American Climbers Can Help!
There’s no tree too large for the American Climbers team to handle. We can take your unkempt and overgrown shade tree and turn it into a beautiful and healthy focal point of your landscape for years to come.
Use the buttons to the side to request a quote online or call us for tree pruning today.
