A recent wind storm uprooted a dead elm, and it is now leaning against a nearby tree, 8' away at the base. I would estimate the leaner is against the other tree 40' to 50' up at 10' away, due to the deflection of the live tree. The first branch of the leaner is 17' up, and using that as a guide, I estimate the next larger branch at 35' up, and the point of contact with the other tree at 40' to 50'. The overall tree height could easily be 60' to 75'. The tree trunk is about 12" caliper (14" at base).
The base of the leaner is 45' foot from the deck on the back of my house. I cannot afford to fell this tree on the deck, as the repair costs would be prohibitive. In the attached pictures, hopefully, you can see enough detail to make a recommendation for removal. Any suggestions for removal?
Thank you,
Geordon
The base of the leaner is 45' foot from the deck on the back of my house. I cannot afford to fell this tree on the deck, as the repair costs would be prohibitive. In the attached pictures, hopefully, you can see enough detail to make a recommendation for removal. Any suggestions for removal?
Thank you,
Geordon