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Why are you cutting down trees in my area?
Tree branches and limbs that fall on or rub against electric
wires is one of the leading causes of electric outages during storms. To improve service
reliability and ensure general public safety, we redirect tree growth away from overhead
power lines.
How often do you trim trees?
One complete tree maintenance cycle takes
about four years to complete. Therefore, roughly every four years,
you'll see our contractor, Lewis Tree Service, trimming trees in your
neighborhood.
How much tree trimming do you actually do?
All trees located within our rights-of-way are trimmed in
accordance with national arborculture standards. Trees are trimmed so there's a 10-foot
clearance below and beside the electric distribution wire. If a tree grows well above
a line, it's trimmed with a 15-foot clearance above the distribution wire.
Why do you use a tree contractor to trim the trees
in your service territory?
We hire tree contractors because they have superior knowledge
and experience in directional pruning methods. Our contractors use the latest technology
and have the know-how when it comes to implementing the healthiest way to achieve
line clearance.
Who's responsible for removal of tree debris during
tree-trimming?
Our contractor will remove only the debris that results from
their tree trimming. They also chip the debris and, on occasion, may cut larger limbs
and trunks into manageable sizes and leave them behind for your use as firewood if
you wish. However, they will not remove tree stumps.
Who's responsible for removing debris as a result
of storms or other tree-related outages?
We are obligated to clear only downed trees and branches
from overhead wires and electric facilities in order to restore electric service.
We will not remove debris from the customer's property. It is the responsibility of
the homeowner, the local municipality, the County or the Department of Transportation
to assist in debris removal.
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