Above: The hook on this pole pruner is used to secure small out-of-reach branches to either be hand-sawed or lopped via the attached blade.

Above: This dragon-tooth saw will generally take care of anything less than 2" in diameter. We recommend this tool to our amateur arborist friends. Get yours here.

Above: Another handy tool we can't recommend highly enough is this battery-operated chainsaw: able to dispatch medium-size branches with ease.

Above: Larger limbs require hydraulic lifts and gasoline-powered saws of various gauges. These jobs are "pros only". Do not try this at home.

Above: Boom and bucket allow the arborist to access otherwise inaccessible parts of the tree to perform both delicate and heavy-duty operations.

Above: Gravity is an important determining factor in selecting the proper technique. These fan palm fronds are light and can be allowed to free-fall....

Above: ...Whereas heavy eucalyptus limbs must be let down gently via rope, pulley, and extra ground crew. Again, do NOT try this at home.

Above: Every pruning situation is unique, and generally more than meets the eye. Get it done right the first time, as you may live with the results for years!

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