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Cabling & Bracing at K&J Tree Service
Trees often need some degree of physical support to reduce the risk of structural failure of the crown or root system. Cabling and/or bracing can provide a solution for these tree failures. The most common risk of tree breakage is the presence of one or more co-dominant stems. Co-dominant stems, or “V-crotches,” are structurally weak compared to a single stem. Another condition that often results in structural problems is the presence of long, heavy, or “over-extended” limbs. These are limbs that are unusually long for the tree species or grow horizontally or downward, with most of the foliage concentrated toward the end of the branch. Breakage to limbs may occur.
why Cabling & Bracing?
Cabling restricts the distance that a branch can move in relation to the rest of the tree. Using one or more cables anchored to trees to restrict the movement of branches can greatly reduce the risk of failure of weak branch unions. Cables are installed across a weak crotch to reduce the risk of a branch breaking. They are also installed on over-extended branches to support the branches. More than one cable is often necessary for the installation and may be used in combination with brace rods.
Cabling
Braces are threaded rods that provide more rigid support during violent weather. Our Licensed Arborists can install a mechanical brace rod through the bottom of the tree’s defect or co-dominant stem. Brace rods are used when multiple leaders exist in the tree. These rods reduce the risk of the leaders spreading apart or moving sideways in relation to each other. They are also used to repair a crotch or branch that has split and are typically accompanied by at least one cable for additional support.
