Can I trim my own tree?
Yes, but only if you can maintain a safe distance of at least 10 feet from power lines and other electrical equipment. There is a serious risk for any tree trimmer working close to a high voltage power line. If you have a tree that is too close to power lines for you to safely prune, call us.
My trees aren’t touching the power lines, so why do you have to trim them?
HWE needs to take care of trees that could pose safety or reliability issues before someone is injured or experiences a power outage. This applies to trees with branches that could come into contact with power lines during heavy winds, causing blinking lights or momentary outages.
When and how will my trees be pruned?
HWE will prune a tree only when the tree poses the safety and reliability risks of coming into contact with power lines. Tree-trimming crews are very diligent in trimming only what is absolutely necessary. National standards require that a minimum distance of 10 feet from energized or potentially energized electrical equipment must be maintained.
Where should I plant trees and shrubs?
When full-grown, trees and shrubs must be at least 10 feet away from power lines and other utility equipment such as transformers.
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