Crane-Assisted Tree Removal in Oklahoma: When and Why It’s Necessary
Tree removal cranes make the job more efficient and safer in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Learn when we use these cranes for tree removal.
Tree removal cranes make some jobs much more manageable in Oklahoma. Whether you live in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, or the surrounding communities, we may use a crane when removing your trees. In this article, we’ll explain the situations where we use cranes for tree removal.
Key Takeaways
- Tree removal cranes allow companies to remove trees safely.
- Large trees are prime targets for crane removal, as their size makes them difficult to work with.
- Removing trees in tight spaces or small yards is much easier with a tree removal crane.
- Using a crane protects your home from further damage when removing a tree that fell on it.
- Our crane makes it safer to remove hazardous trees that are dead or dying.
How Tree Removal Cranes Work
Our truck-mounted cranes arrive on wheels, letting us set up exactly where needed on your property.
The process is straightforward: Our trained climbers secure the tree with strong cables, then carefully cut the tree into manageable sections. They use clear signals to guide the crane operator, who lifts and moves each piece of the tree to safety. This means no part of the tree is left to fall and cause damage to landscaping below.
While cranes make tree removal both safer and more efficient, success really comes down to our teamwork. Our crew carefully plans each job by checking the tree’s size and weight, ensuring our climbers and crane operators can work together smoothly to remove your tree.
Situations Where Tree Care Companies May Use Crane-Assisted Removal
Our crane services are available throughout Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and surrounding areas. During your initial consultation, we’ll assess whether using a crane would be the best approach for your tree removal. Not every job requires one, but cranes are especially helpful for large trees, those in tight spaces, or situations where extra safety measures are needed.
PRO TIP: Tree care companies typically remove trees year-round. Winter, however, is the best season to remove trees. Removing unsafe or unwanted trees should be part of your winter tree care this year.
Cranes are Used for Very Large Trees
Removing large trees in Oklahoma has come a long way. In the past, crews had to climb the entire tree, set up complex rigging systems, and carefully lower each piece to the ground. This process was much riskier and more time-consuming.
Today’s crane technology has transformed large tree removal. Cranes help our climbers access the tree safely and allow us to remove sections more efficiently. This not only speeds up the process but also adds an extra layer of safety for our crew and your property.
Cranes are Used for Trees in Tight Spaces
Many people imagine tree removal as simply cutting a tree at its base and letting it fall—what we call “felling.” While this works in forests or on big rural properties, it’s not practical in cities like Oklahoma City or Tulsa where buildings, power lines, and vehicles are nearby.
This is where crane-assisted removal makes a real difference. The crane lets us lift tree sections up and over obstacles safely, making it possible to remove trees from challenging spots like:
- Next to or in-between buildings
- Close to property lines
- Near power lines
- In compact yards
By lifting sections directly to our staging area and chipper, cranes help us handle jobs that would otherwise be risky or impossible. This means our team can remove nearly any tree, no matter ohow large or complex the situation.
Cranes are Used for Trees that have Suffered Damage
Oklahoma is no stranger to storms. From tornadoes to winter storms, trees can suffer substantial damage when heavy wind or ice is present.
A storm may uproot a tree, causing it to land on a structure and cause substantial damage. Cranes are incredibly helpful for removing fallen trees in these scenarios. One of the biggest concerns when a tree falls on a car or house is minimizing additional damage. Cranes make removing the tree in sections easier while reducing collateral damage, as each piece of the tree will be lifted up, rather than ending up wherever gravity wants it.
Storms may not always uproot a tree. Sometimes, they can leave a tree damaged but still standing. A tree may be struck by lightning and left with poor internal structure. A windstorm may blow off many branches. Whatever happened, these trees have likely become unsafe. Sometimes, there is no way to save a tree, and removal is the only option.
Cranes make removing these dangerous trees much simpler. When a tree is decaying or structurally unstable, the use of a crane becomes even more important.
Cranes are Often Used for Dead or Dying Trees
Trees that are dead or dying can be very dangerous for a tree removal team to work with. They may have brittle wood or unstable structures. Tree removal cranes make this job safer. It also allows us to take on jobs that would be too dangerous without it.
Some of the ways a tree may end up dead or dying include:
- Attacks for insects
- Disease infection
- Storm damage
- Old age
- Poor growing conditions
PRO TIP: Want to learn more about some common insects and diseases that can kill your trees? See our previous articles on the topic:
When Does a Tree Care Company Skip Using a Crane in Oklahoma
While tree removal cranes are useful for many jobs and have plenty of benefits, they aren’t always necessary. Tree removal cranes are best for specialized jobs. Our team can handle most standard removals without them.
Some instances where we won’t need a tree removal crane include:
- Small tree removal: For smaller trees or ornamentals, a crane may not be necessary. Trees like the Oklahoma redbud tree likely won’t be large enough to justify using a crane.
- There’s plenty of space: In a spacious yard or forest, using a tree removal crane may not be practical.
- The tree is generally healthy: Tree removal cranes make removing dead or diseased trees safer. We may not need a crane when a tree is healthy but unwanted. We can often remove these trees soley with climbers, or with bucket trucks.
Arbor Masters Can Provide Safe Tree Removal in Oklahoma
They aren’t applicable to every job, but tree removal cranes can make our job much easier and safer. We’ll use our cranes when a tree is hazardous, has fallen on your home, or is massive.
Trust the experts when you have an Oklahoma tree you need to remove. Tree removal is dangerous; a professional team will have the skills and equipment to do the job right. Our team at Arbor Masters is ready to help you remove your trees. Call us today at 405-495-8746 or request a quote online.
