You are clearing land for construction of a home or business, but you are noticing that some of the trees would be a nice addition to the finished product. Saving them will take a bit of planning, but most people will tell you it is worth the effort. The key is securing an expert who can help you identify which trees are the best to save in the context of your project and then ensure that they are protected during clearing and construction.
Your planning should begin well before any effort to clear the lot. Start by studying your building plan while walking your lot to determine where the best trees are standing relative to the new construction. Keep the following in mind:
- Choose the straightest and healthiest trees to save, keeping in mind that young trees will give you the greatest number of years of enjoyment.
- Favor trees that are likely to provide shade in opportune areas while ensuring they are not so close to the building as to risk damage from falling limbs or insect/critter infestation.
- Consider the location of the trees you choose to allow access for equipment during construction without risking damage to the trees.
- Ensure healthy grass and undergrowth on your property by choosing hardwood trees over pines, which tend to block out sunlight and blanket the ground with needles.
Saving trees in a construction zone is not as simple as clearing out everything around them. Once you have identified the trees you wish to save, the lot must be cleared carefully, removing other trees and brush while keeping heavy equipment well away from the trees to be saved to avoid compressing the soil around the roots, which can damage or kill a tree.
A tree removal and lot clearing expert, such as Linger’s Lumberjacks, will provide the care you need, saving your trees and leaving your lot building-ready for your home or business construction project. In areas where lot clearing equipment cannot be used without endangering the trees to be saved, the Linger’s team will remove the excess brush and trees by hand.
If you need a tree removal team in Akron with expertise in lot clearing that prioritizes preserving trees and shrubbery, contact Linger’s Lumberjacks. Our experts will walk your property with you to determine which trees are best to save, and then outline how to remove the excess to get the best and healthiest results.
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