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September 23, 2019

How to get a Tree Removed from Your Property

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Due to the increase in awareness about the trees and their importance, the government has changed regulations and have put a lot of rules in place to protect the trees. There could be some cases where BMC tree permission issues could clash with the intents of the owner of the property. Problematic situation could be when the tree is decaying or dead and the owner needs to get it removed but the government or council like BMC might not allow you to do so. In some situations, the case could be reversed as well. A tree can be a hazard sometimes and it those situations either the government needs to put proper signs or remove the tree altogether.

Whatever the case may be, the need for removing the tree can crop up which requires arboriculture knowledge. It has to be done by a certified arborist in India because the disposal of tree means safely disposing of the debris, brush and stumps.

The local city council like BMC will mark the tree if it has to be removed. If you see any such sign for the tree in your property, you can ask them about why the tree needs to be removed.

After identification of the tree that has to be removed and getting the BMC tree permission, one of the following ways can be adapted:

Hiring an Arboriculture consultancy in India:

This is the safest bet for you if you want to get a tree removed. Hiring a professional agency will also be advisable by the local city council. This may not necessarily mean that you can hire any consultancy. Most councils have contracts with certain specialists and you can get recommendations from them for the same. It is safer and cheaper to hire a consultancy through the council.

You can let the city council manage this work. Chances are that this option will cost you much more since the council will leverage the bills on you. It will include the cost of the specialist as well as the administrative cost. This method is used by the Municipal corporation itself if the owners do not take the appropriate action on time.
DIY: Probably the riskiest thing to do is to try removing the tree all by yourself. It is unsafe not just for the people or property around the tree, but also for other trees/plants nearby. If the tree that is removed has a disease, then it needs to be debarked. You would also not know much about the safety procedures for tree specialist. The empty space created after removal of the tree needs to be filled with sod and all this might have to be done within the deadline given by the local council.

If there is any tree which you think has caught a disease, you should immediately refer to a tree specialist in India. They can themselves do a survey of the trees on your property or they can guide you on how to hire an expert for a tree survey. Once you get in touch with experts like that, the need and procedure of removal of the tree will be their headache to look into.

September 16, 2019

What is Arboriculture All About?

In short and precise terms, Arboriculture is all about the study of growing and maintaining trees, shrubs and other kinds of plants. It is a science as well as an art form which needs practice. Arboriculture knowledge is very useful from a career point of view and also for personal use.

The Arboriculture training basically teaches how to manage the trees and how do they respond with the change in the environmental factors so that this knowledge and other techniques can be used to nurture them nicely. After doing the Arboriculture training, a Certified arborist in India can:

Make decisions about which plant is suitable for what location.
Maintain the existing trees and plants so that they can grow and nurture.
Use appropriate fertilizers to keep plants and trees in good condition.
Make use of the right kind of sprays for pest control.
Do bracing and cabling.
Dispose of the tree ailments successfully.
Do pruning
Completely and safely remove and sometimes relocate the trees by following tree safety procedures.

Anyone who goes through a formal training through Arboriculture consultancy in India can be called as a certified Arborist in India. They possess not just the technical know-how of how to manage the trees, but also the physical strength to do the tasks themselves. Arborists are sometimes confused with the Landscapers. These two professions are a bit different. Landscapers can sometimes work as an Arborist, but generally, the Arborists have got more knowledge about the trees and the plants.

It will be helpful to add a pinch of the history of Arboriculture. This science is not a new field, it has been in existence since ancient times. As per the books of knowledge, Egyptians were able to transplant the trees by creating a ball of soil around them. The ball figure like structure is formed by soil around a newly planted tree so that it can retain water. In today’s time, we still follow practices like these. Texts have been found as old as 300 BC where the Greek Philosopher has written the techniques for treatment of the tree wounds and the Planning and development of trees.

Arboriculture is about taking care of the trees- either by yourself or with the help of Treecotech Arboriculture specialist. If the trees are taken care of, they grow healthy and look beautiful. They increase the value of the property they are grown in. If the landscape of the property is properly done and the trees, shrubs and plants are well maintained, it can add up to 20% value to the price. If they are not properly maintained, then it will have a negative effect and the cost of the maintenance will go high along with reduction in the aesthetic beauty of the place. This is the reason why maintenance and arboriculture activities should be given in the hands of Treecotech Arboriculture specialists who are experienced and responsible to maintain the health of the trees to enhance the quality of the property.

September 7, 2019

Using the Foot Locking Technique of Climbing

Foot Locking is the methodology used for climbing

Foot Locking is the methodology used for climbing the canopies and is a popular one used for reaching to the heights of the trees. It is widely used by those who provide tree care solutions. It involves the use of tools like ropes etc. but the kind of gears have been changed over a period with the advancement in technology. The basic principle behind this technique is not to fix something which is not broken. There are a lot of tree safety measures which has come up regarding this technique, making it safer than it used to be.

Use of hitching or the knot:

The climber can use any kind of hitch, the only requirement is that it should be able to hold the grip of the rope properly. Different kinds of knots or hitches are available these days and the most common type is called as Prusik. The hitch is not supposed to handle all the weight of the climber. Only when the climber needs a bit of rest or in case of emergency the hitch should be relied on. This will also ensure tree safety. The dependency on the hitch can be reduced by regular practice of foot locking technique so that the muscles can get used to it. There are standards of weight and strength of the hitch which should be followed. Note that the line of the hitch must be smaller as compared to the ascent line. This will help in making the grip better. The standard number of loops is three which forms a six-coil Prusik. More wraps will only make the climbing difficult but will be better for friction. These are some of the safety procedures for tree specialists.

The process of climbing:

The tree specialist in India might use the footlock method on the static lines. This means the load of their body is handled by the hitch. In the dynamic system, this is not what happens. For this reason, the Prusik or the secured footlock should be used while climbing only. While descending, this could prove to be a bit risky and may lead to a fall. Therefore, it is important to be aware of all safety procedures for tree specialist. Mind that the hands of the climber should always be below the hitch. By keeping hands lower, the climber can avoid accidentally holding the hitch which can ultimately lead to its complete release. It is a good way to avoid any sudden descent.

Other methods to avoid falling is to look out for the bits of junk spread around the place. There will be some twigs, leaves, small pieces of branch which can get in between the ascent lines. Keep care of them while climbing.

If you are looking forward to climbing a tree or canopy all by yourself, then give it a second thought. It might not be very safe for you and instead, you should hire a Treecotech arboriculture specialist.