{"id":3887,"date":"2020-04-02T10:11:22","date_gmt":"2020-04-02T15:11:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.emondagesbp.com\/branche-arbre-cassee-reparer-ou-couper\/"},"modified":"2023-06-28T14:35:36","modified_gmt":"2023-06-28T19:35:36","slug":"broken-tree-branches-repair-or-cut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.emondagesbp.com\/en\/broken-tree-branches-repair-or-cut\/","title":{"rendered":"Broken tree branches: should you repair them or cut them off?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Heavy snowfall, ice and strong winds have been making life difficult for our trees for several years now. In the spring, it isn\u2019t uncommon to find a fair share of broken forks, torn bark and split branches. But what should you do about a broken tree branch? Can you treat it or do you have to cut it off? One thing\u2019s for sure: whatever you do, you need to do it quickly.<\/p>\n<h2>Trees on trial<\/h2>\n<p>Aside from the whims of Mother Nature, there are other factors that could be at the root of a broken limb:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The structure of the tree: the angle at which the branch meets the tree<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The thickness of the tree<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The location of the tree<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The general condition of the tree<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rooting of the tree and the type of soil<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in the tree\u2019s environment: felling of adjacent trees, excavation work near the roots, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The most common causes of breakage are wind and the constitution of the tree. In fact, the wind will often break branches that have become fragile as a result of structural defects.<\/p>\n<h2>Broken branches can be healed<\/h2>\n<p>Contrary to what you might think, a damaged branch doesn\u2019t automatically have to be cut off. In certain cases, it\u2019s possible to treat the injury in such a way that the tree is able to heal itself.<\/p>\n<h3>Bracing: a solution of choice for saving your tree<\/h3>\n<p>What is bracing? It\u2019s a procedure in which rigid <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">metal cabling<\/span> or <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flexible synthetic cabling rope<\/span>s are used to consolidate or reinforce the weak parts of a tree branch or trunk. When it isn\u2019t necessary to trim or cut down a tree, you can use this technique, as long as the tree isn\u2019t in a location where it could damage nearby buildings, trees or other plants if the repair doesn\u2019t hold.<\/p>\n<p>By <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bracing your tree<\/span>, you avoid having to cut down a healthy tree or cut off its branches just because certain parts of it are fragile or cracked. This procedure allows you to reinforce the structure of the tree and prevent the branches from breaking off completely.<\/p>\n<h3>Different types of grafting bands<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Dynamic bracing systems<\/strong> adapt to the growth of the tree. The broken parts are aligned and held in place with polypropylene bands. The repair can last up to 12 years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rigid bracing systems<\/strong> are metallic cables that are attached to the tree using screws or rods. This technique is being employed less and less often, as it can cause long-term damage to the tree.<\/p>\n<h2>When a branch is (really) broken<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s not the end of the world. If a branch is irreparably torn, all you have to do is cut it off at the base, being careful not to leave a stub. However, you don\u2019t want to cut it too close, either, as this can damage the bark.<\/p>\n<h2>Broken tree branch? Call on a tree-trimming specialist!<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"\/en\/pruning-why-do-we-have-to-prune-trees\/\">Regular pruning greatly reduces the risks of breakage<\/a>. For the best advice in tree trimming and arboriculture, you can trust the experienced team at \u00c9mondage SBP. For 15 years, we\u2019ve been offering quick, efficient service, regardless of the season. You can count on our <a href=\"\/en\/services\/\">certified arborists<\/a> to maintain the health of your trees!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heavy snowfall, ice and strong winds have been making life difficult for our trees for several years now. In the spring, it isn\u2019t uncommon to find a fair share of broken forks, torn bark and split branches. But what should you do about a broken tree branch? 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