A Prattville, AL, homeowner noticed trouble brewing in their yard: An aging oak was starting to lean closer to the house with each passing year, and it was only a matter of time before one of its limbs broke off and landed on the roof, or worse.
A consultation with CMT Tree Service confirmed the homeowner’s concerns, and they decided tree removal was the best solution. However, the tree’s massive trunk and extensive limbs meant it wasn’t a typical project. The crew would have to take extra care to avoid damaging the home, the surrounding landscape, and nearby power lines.
A Mature Oak Was a Property Safety Concern
- Client Profile: Residential
- Location: Prattville, Alabama
- Type of Service: Tree removal
- Duration: 10 hours
- Service Frequency: One time
- Season: Winter
- Tree Type: Oak tree
- Client Preferences: The client had a very large mature tree that needed to be removed to improve the safety of the property. Because of the tree’s massive trunk and extensive limbs, the crew carefully dismantled and sectioned the tree while taking precautions to avoid damage to the nearby home, utility lines, and surrounding landscape. The project required experienced climbers and proper equipment to complete the removal and cleanup safely.
Careful Sectioning Made the Difference
Tree removal at this scale creates significant challenges compared to general maintenance tasks like trimming.
Given the oak’s size and proximity to the residence, it couldn’t come down in one piece. Instead, the crew sectioned the canopy first, working branch by branch to reduce weight and control the direction of every drop.
With power lines running near the canopy and the home close enough to be at risk from falling limbs, the crew relied on the directional cutting and controlled lowering techniques they use for hazardous tree removal to keep every section clear of anything it could damage.
Focused Work From Start to Cleanup
Once the oak was dismantled, the crew completed the necessary cleanup to restore the yard. The entire project took 10 hours to complete, reflecting the size of the tree and the care the crew put into performing the work. Thanks to their help, the homeowner no longer needs to worry about needing emergency tree services or storm damage cleanup after severe Alabama weather.
CMT Tree Service provides professional tree removal services for residential properties in Prattville and surrounding areas. For more information or to schedule tree maintenance, call (334) 409-9200.