Tree Cabling & Bracing in Franklin, TN
Cabling and bracing can help a valuable tree with a weak fork or heavy limbs stay standing longer, by limiting how far its parts can move in the wind.
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Trees with two or more trunks joined in a tight V, long heavy limbs over a house or patio, or an old crack that has been assessed as stable.
How it works
Steel cables are installed high in the crown between limbs, so they share the load. Braces are rods through a split or weak fork. Done correctly, they let the tree move but stop it moving too far.
When it isn't the answer
Cabling won't save a tree with serious root decay or a trunk that is mostly hollow. In those cases removal is often safer. An arborist should assess the tree first; see tree health checks.
Inspections
Cables and hardware should be checked every few years and adjusted as the tree grows.
Storm season
Cabling is not a guarantee in a tornado or severe storm, but it reduces the risk of a weak fork splitting in ordinary wind.
Which trees are worth it
Cabling makes most sense for valuable, otherwise healthy trees that you want to keep, such as a big shade tree over the patio. For a tree that is declining anyway, the money may be better spent on removal.
What to ask
Ask who will inspect the hardware in future and how often, and keep the installation date on file.
Frequently asked questions
- Does cabling hurt the tree?
- Installed properly, the small holes for hardware are a minor wound compared with a split trunk.
- How long do cables last?
- Many years, with periodic inspection and adjustment.
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