Tree Pruning Services

Key Takeaways

• Pruning improves tree safety, health, and appearance
• Done wrong, pruning can harm the tree or shorten its life
• Garrison Mull, ISA-certified arborist and owner of Dungrove, handles all inspections
• Most trees benefit from trimming every 2–5 years

Most trees don’t need to be cut down—they just need a proper haircut.

Pruning keeps trees healthy and reduces the risk of falling limbs. It also helps your trees grow the right way, making them stronger and better-looking. The key is doing it at the right time and in the right way.

What Does Pruning Do?

Smart trimming helps by:

• Removing dead or damaged limbs that could fall
• Cutting back branches that touch roofs, power lines, or fences
• Improving airflow and sunlight through the canopy
• Reducing the weight on heavy limbs to prevent breaks

It also helps your tree look better and feel less crowded.

When Should Trees Be Pruned?

It depends on the species, but here are some general rules:

• Winter or early spring is the best time for most trees, especially oaks and elms
• Flowering trees should be trimmed right after they bloom
• Fruit trees do best with a trim in late winter for better production

Garrison will let you know what timing is best for your trees based on what species you have and what condition they’re in.

What Pruning Looks Like

1. Garrison walks your property and checks each tree
2. We identify limbs that are dead, rubbing, or at risk
3. We trim branches with clean, strategic cuts—never topping
4. We clean up all debris and leave the area tidy

Topping (cutting the whole top off a tree) is never part of a smart pruning plan. It weakens the tree and leads to faster decline.

Do I Need a Permit to Prune?

Not usually. But if the tree is on city property or near a public road, we’ll help you check your local rules before getting started.

How Often Should Trees Be Pruned?

Most mature trees benefit from trimming every 3 to 5 years. Fast-growing trees or those near structures may need more frequent care.

What It Costs

Pruning prices vary based on tree size and complexity. You can read all about how we price in this blog. We’ll give you a free quote and go over everything first.

Why Dungrove?

• Garrison Mull is an ISA-certified arborist and personally inspects every job
• We trim with purpose—not just cutting to cut
• We leave your trees healthier and your yard cleaner
• We explain your options and won’t oversell