Question 1

Does a tree really need to be removed or can it be preserved?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, a problematic tree can be preserved through targeted care measures instead of removal. Through professional crown pruning, deadwood removal, or crown anchoring, trees can often be stabilized and made safe for traffic. Removal is only necessary when the tree is no longer stable, shows severe decay, or traffic safety cannot be guaranteed otherwise. During an on-site inspection, I always first check whether the tree can be preserved through care.

Question 2

How often should trees be inspected?

Accepted Answer

A professional tree inspection should be conducted every 2-3 years, especially for trees near roads, sidewalks, or close to buildings. After extreme weather events such as storms or heavy snowfall, an additional inspection is recommended. Warning signs such as deadwood, fungal infestation, cracks in the trunk, or if the soil in the root area is lifting require immediate professional assessment to ensure traffic safety.

Question 3

What to do in case of snow breakage or storm damage to trees?

Accepted Answer

In case of snow breakage or storm damage, you should immediately contact a specialist. Broken branches or damaged trees often pose an acute danger. I offer emergency services in the Stanzer Valley, Paznaun Valley, and the Arlberg region and am available outside regular working hours. After damage removal, I check whether the tree can be preserved through proper care or if removal is necessary. As a preventive measure, timely crown pruning before the winter season is recommended.

Question 4

Is ivy dangerous for trees?

Accepted Answer

Ivy is not automatically harmful to a tree – many trees cope well with it. However, it becomes problematic when the growth extends into the crown or thinner branches. Then damage to the wood, decay, or fork breaks under the dense foliage can hardly be detected, which can impair traffic safety. It's best to regulate ivy early before it gets out of hand. Professional removal or pruning is usually possible without problems.

Question 5

What does professional tree care or removal cost?

Accepted Answer

Costs vary depending on tree size, location, accessibility, and local conditions. Factors such as proximity to buildings, the need for rope climbing technique, or special felling influence the price. After a free on-site inspection, I'm happy to provide you with an individual quote. This way, you can be sure that all special features of your project are considered and you receive a fair, transparent price.

Question 6

How are trees in gardens or residential areas in alpine terrain safely felled or secured?

Accepted Answer

Trees in alpine residential and settlement areas (gardens, hotel complexes, residential buildings) must be worked on precisely and in a controlled manner, as there are usually buildings, paths, cars, terraces, or utility lines below. This is where specialized tree care comes into play – not traditional forestry work. Depending on the situation, we use: rope climbing technique (SKT) for precise work directly in the tree, rigging and lowering techniques to lower trunk sections in a controlled manner without causing damage, specialized felling in individual pieces when there is no space for normal felling, crown anchoring when a tree should be stabilized instead of felled, and securing after snow breakage and storm damage, particularly common in steep alpine locations. Important: Forest work falls under forestry. If buildings, traffic areas, or gardens are affected, we are the right contact.

Question 7

What is a tree cadastre and when is it useful?

Accepted Answer

A tree cadastre is a systematic recording of all trees on a property or in a specific area – comparable to a digital tree register. All relevant data such as tree species, location, condition, care measures, and inspection intervals are recorded. Hotels, municipalities, residential complexes, and commercial properties particularly benefit from a tree cadastre because it systematically documents traffic safety obligations and makes long-term care plannable. Additionally, costs can be better calculated and measures can be specifically scheduled.

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