--- title: Do Not Attempt to Trim Your Trees Yourself description: With all the risks involved, it's really not a good idea to trim your trees yourself. image: https://www.cartwrighttree.com/hs-fs/file-2745727141-jpg/blog-files/13558175235_6deae1dcb0_z-300x200.jpg --- # Do Not Attempt to Trim Your Trees Yourself Jul 31, 2014 7:55:23 AM As you mow the grass or just sit out on the patio enjoying this wonderful summer weather, you glance around and realize your trees could use a [good pruning](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/leave-large-tree-limb-removal-pros/). But before deciding this is a job you could easily tackle yourself please keep reading to learn why it's not always the smartest idea to trim your trees yourself. [![trim your trees yourself](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/hs-fs/file-2745727141-jpg/blog-files/13558175235_6deae1dcb0_z-300x200.jpg?width=300&height=200&name=13558175235_6deae1dcb0_z-300x200.jpg)](https://www.cartwrighttree.com/hs-fs/file-2745727141-jpg/blog-files/13558175235_6deae1dcb0_z-300x200.jpg) Source: Flickr First, let's put the risks in perspective. Tree trimming is consistently one of the top five most dangerous occupations in America. It takes a seasoned professional who is constantly educating himself on the latest in tree-trimming techniques to ensure the job is done both correctly and safely. Expert tree trimmers also have all the necessary professional tools, including safety equipment such as chain saw chaps, safety glasses, hard hats and gloves. Because cleaning up and removing tree branches frequently occurs around live electrical lines, most companies always have at least one person on site who is trained in CPR. 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