Professional tree trimming and pruning services to keep your trees healthy, beautiful, and safe.
Regular trimming and pruning isn't just about making your trees look good. It's about keeping them healthy and preventing problems before they start. At FGT Farmington Tree Services, we use proper techniques to trim and prune your trees without causing damage or stress.
Serving Farmington and the surrounding area, we understand how our local climate affects tree growth. From the hot, dry summers to winter freezes, we know when and how to prune different tree species for the best results. Proper pruning helps your trees resist disease, grow stronger, and look their best year-round.
(505) 494-1892Trees don't just grow up, they grow out. Without regular maintenance, branches can become overgrown, diseased, or dangerous. Here's why trimming and pruning should be part of your property maintenance:
Regular trimming also improves your property's appearance and can increase property value. Well-maintained trees look better and frame your home beautifully. If your trees are overgrown or haven't been trimmed in years, we can help. Sometimes more extensive work is needed, and we also offer complete tree removal services when trees can't be saved.
Not all tree trimming is the same. We use proven arboricultural techniques that promote tree health while achieving your aesthetic goals. Here's our process:
Before we make any cuts, we evaluate each tree's health, structure, and specific needs. We identify dead or diseased branches, crossing limbs, and areas where thinning will help. We'll discuss your goals for the tree and explain what we recommend and why. Different trees need different approaches, and we tailor our work to each species and situation.
We make precise cuts at the right locations to promote healing and healthy regrowth. We never top trees or make flush cuts that damage the branch collar. Our cuts are clean and positioned to shed water properly. We remove branches in the correct order to maintain the tree's balance and prevent tearing bark. This attention to detail makes a huge difference in how well your trees recover.
We shape the tree's crown to improve its natural form while removing problem branches. This includes thinning dense areas to allow light and air through, raising the canopy to provide clearance below, and reducing the overall size if needed. The goal is a tree that looks natural, not butchered. For trees with structural issues, we might recommend cabling or bracing for additional support.
We haul away all branches and debris, leaving your property clean. You can keep some wood for firewood if you want. We'll rake up small twigs and leaves from the work area. Your yard will look better than it did before we arrived. The only evidence of our work will be healthier, better-shaped trees.
Timing matters when it comes to pruning. Here's what we recommend for New Mexico's climate:
Best time for most trees. They're dormant, so pruning won't stress them. You can see the branch structure clearly without leaves in the way.
Ideal for: Most shade trees, fruit trees
Good for corrective pruning and removing dead branches. Trees are actively growing, so you can see which branches are alive or dead.
Ideal for: Problem branches, emergency trimming
Dead, diseased, or hazardous branches should be removed whenever you notice them, regardless of season. Safety always comes first.
Ideal for: Safety issues, storm damage
Professional tree trimming makes a noticeable difference in your property's appearance and your trees' health. We offer free estimates and can schedule most jobs within a week or two.
