Do you want to fell a large maple tree? Then you should have the appropriate equipment and may even need a permit. Here you will find the most important information.
How can I cut down a large maple tree?
To cut down a large maple tree, you may need a permit and should hire a professional company. Observe the ban on felling from March to September and fell the tree using diagonal, horizontal and felling cuts.
How do I cut down a large maple tree?
Commission aspecialist company and follow the requirements of the Federal Nature Conservation Act (BNatSchG). If you know exactly what you are doing and have obtained permission for large trees, you can also cut down a maple tree yourself. Basically, you proceed in the following steps:
- Make a bevel cut to create the drop-notch roof.
- Add a horizontal cut below this one.
- Now make the felling cut from the other side.
In which season is felling maple trees forbidden?
FromMarchto the end ofSeptember the felling of trees is generally prohibited. This is to prevent you from disturbing nesting birds or other animals by felling the maple tree. The trees are particularly protected during this time. If the maple tree is diseased or there has been significant storm damage, there are still options for felling it. For minor storm damage, pruning is usually sufficient. You then don't have to cut down the entire tree.
Do I need a permit to cut down the maple tree?
From a certaintrunk circumference you need a permit to fell deciduous trees. This legal regulation also applies in the case of maple trees. If you want to fell a tree, you should therefore check the applicable tree protection regulations. The specific requirements in Germany can vary depending on the federal state.
What problems arise when felling a sick maple tree?
If a maple tree has been infected with fungus, when it is felled, thefungal sporescanspread in the area You should know what the problem is and which parts of the tree have already died before you cut down the maple. You can then fell the maple tree in such a way that the affected parts remain as intact as possible when felling and can be completely disposed of. Avoid breaking up dead diseased parts of the maple.
Tip
Commission a specialist company to fell the maple
The specialist companies not only guarantee safe felling. They also know exactly under what circumstances a large maple tree can be felled and, if in doubt, will take care of the necessary permits. You can also fell small maple trees under one meter yourself.
