Glossary

A-AAA Tree Service

Glossary of Tree Terms

Learn more about A-AAA Tree Service and the services we perform by checking out our helpful glossary of tree terms below!

• Tree trimming is imperative to the health and appearance of a tree throughout its life cycle. Only highly trained and skilled professionals know exactly how to improve the appearance and health of your trees. 
• Crown reduction reduces the size of the tree, minimizing the risk of being top-heavy and the risk of the kite effect in windstorms. Reduction, compared to topping, helps maintain the form and structural integrity of the tree.
• Crown thinning is the selective removal of branches in an effort to achieve additional airflow, increase light penetrations to allow grass to grow, help in retaining the natural shape of the tree, and reduce heavy weight on limbs.
• Elevation is the removal of undesirable lower branches to increase air movement and maintain safe conditions. An example of where this is necessary is when we remove tree limbs overhanging sidewalks and driveways, allowing lights to penetrate where intended.
• Crown cleaning is the removal of any crisscrossing, dead, diseased, or crowded limbs that need to be taken out to promote proper growth and make the tree look aesthetically pleasing.
• Dead-wooding is the removal of dead, broken, or dying branches in an effort to promote proper compartmentalization or "healing." This will assist in minimizing possible safety hazards from falling limbs.
• Preventative maintenance trimming requires you to be proactive in creating an environment conducive to proper tree growth. Providing the necessary attention and care to each tree makes each of them a valuable commodity to your property. Healthy trees can add up to 20% to your property value.