Poplar Tree Removal Project

[bigredd]

Poplar Tree Project Completed

Thanks for all the good tips and comments for contributing to a successful project ending. Since there was no real drop zone beneth the tree that wouldn't cause property damage, we decided to use a zip line, along with a lowering line/pulley and porta-wrap to control the decent. After removing the trees in 4-12 ft sections (depending on weight), we were able to fell the remaining 14 ft trunks safely and hauled them off for milling.

We made a frightening discovery as both of the trunks were hollow at the base, extending 5 ft below ground and 5 ft into the trunk. The 105 ft tree leaning towards my neighbor's house had only 2 1/2 inches of live wood remaining on the tension side. How it remained standing during violent summer storms is a mystery. Certainly would have removed smaller pieces had we known it was hollow. A certified arborist looked at the tree last April, hammerd on them and told me they were healthy and not hollow.

Below are some pictures of the removal process. We also have some very nice video, but it's on tape and have not yet converted it to digital format.

 

[parrisw]

sample removal total time about 3 hrs tom trees

LOL, what kind of sample are you removing??? Sperm? 3hrs too, whewww arms must be tired!!!

 

[bigredd]

More pics of poplar tree removal

Here are some more pictures of the removal project.

 

[parrisw]

Really nice work. I like doing climbing removals. Congrats.

 

[Dadatwins]

You invested almost 2k in tools and equipment plus probably broke your a$$ working a lot of hours to do a job that a pro could have done for about the same price in a lot less time. I applaud your effort and congrats on getting the job done safely, but can't see the math working out that this was a cheaper/better alternative.

 

[parrisw]

You invested almost 2k in tools and equipment plus probably broke your a$$ working a lot of hours to do a job that a pro could have done for about the same price in a lot less time. I applaud your effort and congrats on getting the job done safely, but can't see the math working out that this was a cheaper/better alternative.

ya, but doing it yourself, well its priceless. IMHO. And its not like its the only job the equipment can be used on?????

 

[bigredd]

You invested almost 2k in tools and equipment plus probably broke your a$$ working a lot of hours to do a job that a pro could have done for about the same price in a lot less time. I applaud your effort and congrats on getting the job done safely, but can't see the math working out that this was a cheaper/better alternative.

You have a point on the expensive equipment, however it was still almost half the estimates I received. In addition, my neighbor was determined he was capable of doing the work, and I gave him all the equipment. Amazing how many friends/family have tree work when you have the proper gear. He may also start charging for climbing services in the future.

 

[fishercat]

those prices you were quoted seemed high for your area.

i think it's cool as hell you and your neighbor tackled it yourselves.it's actually nice to see neighbors doing anything together anymore.i say congrats and good job.

 

[blly8325]

lol, what kind of sample are you removing??? Sperm? 3hrs too, whewww arms must be tired!!!

lmao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[parrisw]

lmao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ha ha ha LOL, bout time someone responded to it.

 

[bigredd]

i think it's cool as hell you and your neighbor tackled it yourselves.it's actually nice to see neighbors doing anything together anymore.i say congrats and good job.

My neighbor and I are good friends. He also had a big interest in removing those trees. Although this was an extreme job for amateurs, it created a challenge and feeling of accomplishment once done without injury or property damage.