Trimming Back Trees That Were Pushing Into Roofs and Service Lines

Some trees just get away from you. A pear tree and a honey locust - both with limbs hanging over the roofline and creeping into the service lines. That's not just an eyesore. That's a liability waiting to happen.

When limbs sit on or near your roof, you're looking at potential shingle damage, moisture buildup, and easy access for pests. When they push into utility lines, the risk jumps even higher - downed lines, power outages, and emergency calls nobody wants to deal with. A proper trim is almost always the smarter, cheaper move before something goes wrong.

We used a bucket truck to get up into the canopy and work through both trees section by section. Having a guy in the air with eyes on every limb - and a ground crew managing what comes down - is how you do this kind of work safely, especially when the house is right there and lines are in the mix. No guessing, no rushing.

The goal with tree pruning like this isn't just to take limbs off. It's about clearing real hazards while keeping the tree healthy and structurally sound. Both trees still have good form after the trim - they're just no longer a problem for the property.

If you've got trees that are crowding your roofline or getting too close to utility lines, don't sit on it. A little work now is a lot better than dealing with damage after a bad storm.