Most residents treat the terms tree trimming and pruning as one and the same. Tree service workers, though, treat them as separate albeit similar terms. The difference lies in the reason for shortening and removing branches.

What Is Tree Pruning?

Tree pruning entails removing dead, dying, or diseased branches. Arborists do this to promote healthy growth and to prevent dead branches from collapsing under their own weight and causing massive property damage or bodily injury.

This isn’t to be confused with tree removal, which includes the organized removal of oversized branches. Professionals recommend pruning and removal of decayed branches as they’re at risk of a sudden collapse. Our emergency tree service often removes branches that broke off because they were not pruned when needed.

What Is Tree Trimming?

Landscapers usually use the term “trimming” when maintaining shrubs and hedges as opposed to trees. Tree trimming, however, basically refers to removing excess branches and leaves as a style of cosmetic maintenance. Topiary—cutting shrubs and small trees into animal shapes—is a form of trimming.

Trimming, though, isn’t a purely aesthetic endeavor. It also has many advantages. For instance, branches may be trimmed to keep them from making contact with utility or power lines.

Tree Maintenance from a Professional

Some homeowners may feel inclined to break out their shears and perform their own pruning and trimming. However, pruning and trimming are best left to a professional, especially the former. Improper cutting risks damage and may expose the tree to infection. The process should also be done according to guidelines outlined by the Tree Care Industry Association.

We Perform Tree Trimming and Pruning in Snohomish

Tree trimming and pruning aren’t exactly DIY-friendly. They require commercial tools and industry-specific craftsmanship. Call Pro-Cut Tree Service if you need any form of tree cutting.

Residential Tree Trimming and Pruning in Snohomish

Serving customers in Lake Stevens, Edmonds, Marysville, Mukilteo, Lynnwood, Everett, Snohomish and the surrounding area

Posted on June 10, 2021 | Published by Ignite Local | Related Local Business

Pro-Cut Tree Services

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Elmira Ghodrati

08/11/2021

Very professional and they are doing awesome job. Cleaning the mess and doing great. We really recommend this company! Fair price and they are doing hard job. Great team work!!!

Mike Cothran

29/09/2021

Fair pricing and cleaned up mess left behind

sinoti2 mageo

22/10/2020

Erik and his crew showed up on time. The men were very professional and super nice. They removed our tree so fast and did an amazing job. Erik gave us a great quote prior to the work and we were scheduled and work completed in less then 2 wks! I would highly recommend these guys and will be using them again for sure for future work!

lev Arakelyan

16/08/2020

Very professional service. I am very happy with the work and a cleanup. Had to cut two trees in pretty close quarters and everything went really well

me M

13/06/2019

Second time I’ve used them. As always Eric and his crew did a fantastic job, extremely polite & professional. I wouldn’t use another service. Highly recommended!!! If you want honesty & integrity PRO CUT is who you need. Thank you so much for your hard work.. It’s nice to know that hard working, honest people who care about what they do still exist.

Shawna A.

12/06/2019

Called to inquire about tree pick-up (one already long dead and already removed). Phone was answered promptly and Erik was willing to schedule it same day! I has to cancel the request due to scheduling conflict but even then, received quick confirmation that my voicemail was received. Should future needs arrive or referral needed, Pro-Cut Tree Services are the ones I'll turn to first.

Claire Miller

21/05/2019

Erik and his team were timely, affordable, professional and very respectful. As I read in a review before hiring Pro-cut, I admire Erik as an owner, being the first one up a tree. All the guys knew their trees and what they were doing, and I really appreciated that. I'd reccomend them, any day!

Steve Owens

01/05/2019

As the other reviewer mentioned, I too got a bid that was jaw dropping. Eric came out and gave me a bid that was much more reasonable. They dropped 2 huge hemlocks, branch by branch, piece by piece, into a rather small landing zone. I asked that they not drop anything on my pricey concrete work and to avoid some old cedar stumps that are an integral part of the landscaping. They were on-site for 1.5 days and each day they cleaned up the sidewalks and left things neat & tidy. I will be happy to do business with Pro-Cut Tree Services again and highly recommend them based on the value & workmanship they brought to the job.