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Power Line Tree Trimming & Line Clearing in North Florida & South Georgia
Trees and power lines don't mix. Josh looks at the site before quoting any cuts near them.
Trees growing into power lines are a serious hazard. They cause outages, start fires, and create dangerous situations during storms. Reed Tree Service provides professional line clearing for private property owners throughout the Tallahassee area.
Why Line Clearing Matters
A single branch touching a power line can knock out electricity to your neighborhood. During a storm, that same branch can pull down the line entirely, creating a lethal hazard on the ground. Regular line clearing prevents outages, reduces fire risk, and keeps your property safe. In North Florida, where storms roll through regularly, this isn't optional maintenance. It's essential.
Residential Line Clearing
If tree branches are growing into the service line running to your house, that's your responsibility to address, not the utility company's. We'll prune back limbs near the service line to your house, after the utility has cleared it. It's fast, straightforward work that prevents expensive problems down the line.
Our Approach to Safety
Working near energized power lines requires specialized training and equipment, and work on the lines themselves is utility work. Josh looks at the site before quoting any cuts near them. This is not DIY work, a single mistake near a power line can be fatal. Call the professionals.
Our Line Clearing Process
We don't cut corners. Here's how every line clearing job works.
1
Assessment
We identify all vegetation encroaching on lines and determine the safest clearance approach.
2
Coordination
If a limb touches a line, call the utility first; Josh works only after the line is clear.
3
Clearing
Limbs are removed by climber or boom lift once the line is clear.
4
Cleanup (optional add-on)
Cleanup of cut limbs and brush is offered as an add-on you can include in your quote.
Why Choose Reed Tree Service for Line Clearing?
You've got options for tree work in Tallahassee. Here's what you get with Reed.
- Work near power lines quoted after Josh sees the site
- Boom lift access for safe elevated work
- Prevents outages and reduces fire risk on your property
Line Clearing FAQ
Common questions about line clearing in Tallahassee and the surrounding area.
If the tree is growing into the main distribution lines (the ones along the road), that's generally the utility company's responsibility. But if branches are touching your service drop (the line from the pole to your house), that's on you as the property owner to maintain.
No. Working near power lines is extremely dangerous and can be fatal. Even lines that appear to be phone or cable lines may carry lethal voltage. Always hire a professional with the proper training and equipment for any work near overhead lines.
For residential service drops, we recommend checking annually and clearing as needed, typically every 2-3 years depending on growth rates. Fast-growing species like sweetgum or water oak may need more frequent attention.
Related Services
Other ways we can help with your trees and property.
Tree Removal
Safe removal of any size tree, from open-yard drops to sectional takedowns over roofs. Insured.
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Tree Pruning
Professional tree trimming and pruning to keep your trees healthy, safe, and beautiful.
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Emergency Tree Service
Emergency response for fallen trees, storm damage, and hazardous limbs. Storm and hazard calls are answered Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 8 PM.
Learn MoreLine Clearing Across North Florida & South Georgia
We provide line clearing throughout the Big Bend region and beyond.