Southwest Fire Defense LLC Frequently Asked Questions

Hazard tree removal is the specialized cutting down of trees or large branches due to some kind danger they pose. This danger can include property damage, risk of injury and death, and fire fuel (forest fires are worse with an unhealthy environment). Tree trimming is simply the removal of branches for aesthetic purposes. Trimming a tree may not eliminate the hazards described above. Call the tree removal company you can count on and we can help you decide what is best for your trees.

Our grapple saw truck is specifically designed to reduce the dangers posed by hazard tree removal. Our remote-controlled boom and cutting head allow us to work from a safe distance, removing very tall and heavy trees and branches. This allows us to be faster, safer, and more efficient at removing trees on your property. If you are in need of tree removal, look no further than the experts at Southwest Fire Defense LLC.

You should always use insured professionals for any job. The dedication to protecting themselves, their property, your property, and you is the mark of a true professional. Many times the risk associated with those without insurance can expose those businesses, and even you, to additional costs through insurance claims, bad workmanship, and paying for a job not done to completion.  We are fully insured, for your protection as well as ours, so call the tree removal you can trust. 

That is what we specialize in! We prefer to focus on tree removal because of the training, the amount of experience we have, and the insurance we carry to perform the job safely and at the highest quality. So, if you have a tree that might be posing a danger, call us today!

Hazard trees are those that create an unsafe environment around your property. They may be overgrown, diseased, or pose a present danger to power lines, your home, personal property, or even the lives of those in the home. We specialize in hazard tree removal because we have specialized equipment and certifications.

Defensible space refers to the wooded environment surrounding your property that can create fire hazards. It is in reference to areas that are more prone to forest fires but can be related to urban areas as well. Knowing how to defend your property from fires, as well as from falling trees, is our specialty and that's why you should call the tree removal experts you can trust!

There are many reasons a tree can be dangerous. Proper watering makes healthy trees, so you should care for them as you would any pet. Inspecting trees for rot, improper growth, overgrowth, and disease can prevent major accidents on and around your property. If you have any concerns about your trees, call us and we can inspect them and let you know what should be done to protect them, your property, and your loved ones. We are the tree removal service you can trust!

We do not recommend doing tree removal yourself. We have years of experience doing tree removal. The safety of your life should be the first concern. If you don’t have the right knowledge of how to remove trees yourself, you could be putting both your life and property at risk. Additionally, your insurance company might not cover you due to risks you intentionally put yourself or your property in. Instead of attempting anything yourself, consult with us, your choice for a reliable tree removal service.

Many times stumps can leave lingering problems for a property owner. Such issues can be disease, safe ground clearances, and the risk that the problem tree may grow back if it is not completely removed. There are also aesthetic issues with stumps that can create eyesores for landscaping. We recommend removing stumps for all of these reasons, and more. For stump and tree removal services, call us today!

Typically you can use the remaining materials as you wish. However, there are laws that prevent the removal of tree material to minimize the spread of disease and pests (like the bark beetle). You should not move any material until you know what laws are in place for your property. We can advise you on the most appropriate ways to get rid of the materials when we speak. So, call the experts in tree removal!