{"id":554,"date":"2024-03-19T11:24:02","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T15:24:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/djpbl1vktd.wpdns.site\/?page_id=554"},"modified":"2026-05-27T12:04:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-27T16:04:59","slug":"trees-and-powerlines","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/es\/resources\/trees-and-powerlines\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00c1rboles y l\u00edneas el\u00e9ctricas"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Hero Cached -->\n<style>\n.hero-contain{max-width: 1440px;margin-right:auto;margin-left:auto}\n#hero-section{\n  background-image: url(https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Trees-and-Powerlines-Residential-Resources.png);\n  background-position: center center !important;\nbackground-position-y:45% !important\n}\n#hero-section > .mask{\n  background-color: #000000A1 !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id=\"hero-section\" class=\"text-center bg-image fs-18\">\n    <div class=\"mask py-5 px-6\">\n        <div class=\"hero-contain d-flex justify-content-start align-items-end h-100\">\n            <div class=\"lh-sm text-white\">\n<div class=\"text-start breadcrumbs\">        <div class=\"breadcrumb-container theme1\">\r\n                    <ol>\r\n                    <\/ol>\r\n        <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\r\n        {\r\n            \"@context\": \"http:\/\/schema.org\",\r\n            \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\r\n            \"itemListElement\": [\r\n                            ]\r\n        }\r\n    <\/script>\r\n    <style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n        .breadcrumb-container {\r\n            font-size: 13px;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container ul {\r\n            margin: 0;\r\n            padding: 0;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container li {\r\n            box-sizing: unset;\r\n            display: inline-block;\r\n            margin: 0;\r\n            padding: 0;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container li a {\r\n            box-sizing: unset;\r\n            padding: 0 10px;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container {\r\n            font-size: 16px !important;\r\n            padding: ;\r\n            margin: ;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container li a {\r\n            color: #389eff !important;\r\n            font-size: 16px !important;\r\n            line-height: 16px !important;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container li .separator {\r\n            color: #c5c5c5 !important;\r\n            font-size: 16px !important;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n        .breadcrumb-container li:last-child .separator {\r\n            display: none;\r\n        }\r\n\r\n            <\/style>\r\n    <style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n        .breadcrumb-container.theme1 li {\r\n            margin: 0;\r\n            padding: 0;\r\n        }\r\n        .breadcrumb-container.theme1 a {\r\n            background: #ffffff;\r\n            display: inline-block;\r\n            margin: 0 5px;\r\n            padding: 5px 10px;\r\n            text-decoration: none;\r\n        }\r\n    <\/style>\r\n        <style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n        .breadcrumb-container{}\r\n.breadcrumb-container ul{}\r\n.breadcrumb-container li{}\r\n.breadcrumb-container a{}\r\n.breadcrumb-container .separator{}\r\n    <\/style>\r\n    <script>\r\n            <\/script>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\n                <h1 class=\"mb-3 lh-1 text-start fs-72 text-white fw-400\">Trees &amp; Powerlines<\/h1>\n                <div class=\"fw-normal text-start h5 mb-1\"><hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-caf95c4e\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e91f2538\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d247f744\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8481adfe\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-00ae7826 gb-headline-text\">Trees &amp; Power Lines Don&#8217;t Mix<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We depend on the benefits made possible by safe, reliable electricity. We also value the benefits of a very important natural resource \u2013 trees. Unfortunately, trees that grow too close to electric power lines threaten public safety and your source of power. For this reason, BrightRidge maintains a tree trimming and tree removal program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Much of BrightRidge\u2019s tree trimming is contracted to Kendall Vegetation Services. Maintaining proper line clearance is essential in maintaining reliable electric service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3d193035\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-20dcd5d5 gb-headline-text\">Trees Must Be Planted A Safe Distance From Power Lines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BrightRidge follows the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) which requires a minimum of 10 feet of clearance surrounding overhead power distribution lines and up to 50 feet of clearance surrounding overhead power transmission lines. This safety zone is intended to prevent power line and tree conflicts which are costly, dangerous and cause service interruptions.&nbsp; Large tree varieties require the greatest distance from power lines. Recommended distances are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Distribution lines: 25&#8242; minimum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transmission lines: 50&#8242; minimum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No trees of any size shall be planted directly underneath electric power lines. This is to ensure that BrightRidge crews can safely access power lines for service, maintenance, and emergency situations. Any trees planted directly underneath power lines are subject to removal without compensation to the owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is your responsibility to maintain proper clearance from the last pole to your house.&nbsp; Help us keep the power on<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0db7acc4\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-85382a0a gb-headline-text\">Customer Tree Responsibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our goal is to provide dependable, reliable electric service to all customers. Trees that grow too close to primary and secondary power lines have the potential to threaten public safety and your source of power. It is important that BrightRidge and its customers work together to maintain proper line clearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BrightRidge assumes responsibility for maintaining proper clearance around its substations and most electric utility lines. It is the customer&#8217;s responsibility to maintain proper clearance from the last pole to their house, referred to as the service drop. BrightRidge determines when trees in the primary and secondary lines need to be removed or trimmed. The diagram below clearly defines each entity\u2019s trimming responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BrightRidge will provide cut-loose service to customers for the purpose of de-energizing the lines so that customer-owned trees in the service drop area may be removed or trimmed. This service is available at no charge provided the cut-loose request is made during these times: Monday &#8211; Friday, 8am to 3pm. You will be billed for cut-loose service provided beyond these times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like to schedule cut-loose service, please call the BrightRidge Service Department at <a href=\"tel:423-952-5025\">423-952-5025<\/a> during normal business hours (Monday &#8211; Friday, 8am to 5pm). All cut-loose service requests must be made five (5) business days prior and BrightRidge will try to accommodate requests based upon schedules. BrightRidge reserves the right to reschedule the request in the event of inclement weather, storm repair, power interruptions, and other unforeseen circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-44ccec9c\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-44ccec9c\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/Xx8bQN5EADMKDk-CMqDVTnop1ndn2hiBJNVY4vtG-iifh8P53AHQaztBVdfI_itlQhzZa7bxrk2w6oIuKJh7U-gbGna29-Kst6XprFSKtEIviXP3L8r-ZdnEtZ5s_i6SNh1VjEkcYQE3CCUOzTUrjw\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-38a63e08\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7280c0dd gb-headline-text\">Long-Term Solutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you invest in a tree that will grow tall, look around the area where you intend to plant. Carefully match the tree species with the location. Trees with mature heights over 25 feet should be planted at least 25 feet from any overhead utility lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reliability of your neighborhoods\u2019 electric service may depend on your choice of trees and where you plant them. Your cooperation with BrightRidge\u2019s Right-of-Way Program is essential. Reliable service, public safety, and customer satisfaction are very important to us as your power provider. We will not trim or remove any tree unless it poses a threat to either public safety or electric service reliability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0df75807\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-92e820cb gb-headline-text\">Tips for Planting<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3d4710e3 gb-accordion\" id=\"tree-chart\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a2a97492 gb-accordion__item\" id=\"tree-guide\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4e06cd62 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Recommended Tree List<\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0ed69fe7\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maturity Height vs. Minimum Space<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-border-color has-primary-border-color\"><tbody><tr><th>Tree size<br>(Fully Mature)<\/th><th>Minimum spacing<br>power line<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Up to 20 feet<\/td><td>20 to 25 feet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20 to 40 feet<\/td><td>30 to 35 feet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>40 feet and up<\/td><td>40 to 45 feet<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BrightRidge recommends that you not plant any trees under power lines. Even small trees sometimes interfere and prevent crews from being able to easily access areas that require maintenance; however, the following list of trees are recommended if you decide to plant under overhead power lines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-border-color has-primary-border-color\"><tbody><tr><th>Tree Name<\/th><th>Mature Height<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Acer Griseum-Paperbark<\/td><td>18 &#8211; 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Acer Ginnala-Amur Maple<\/td><td>15 &#8211; 18\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Acer Palmatium-Japanese Maple<\/td><td>12 &#8211; 15\u2019 to 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Amalanchier-Serviceberry<\/td><td>20 &#8211; 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cercis Canadensis-Eastern Redbud<\/td><td>20 &#8211; 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cercis Canadensis-Forest Pansy<\/td><td>18 &#8211; 24\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cornus Florida-Flowering Dogwood<\/td><td>18 &#8211; 20\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Magnolia-Little Gem<\/td><td>20 &#8211; 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Magnolia-Timeless Beauty<\/td><td>15 &#8211; 20\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Magnolia Soulangiana-Saucer<\/td><td>15 &#8211; 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Magnolia Virginiana-Sweetbay<\/td><td>15 &#8211; 20\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Magnolia Stellata-Star<\/td><td>15 &#8211; 25\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Malus Prairefire-Flowering Crabapple other varities-Indian Magic, Profusion Zumi, Red Splendor<\/td><td>15 &#8211; 20\u2019<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-9279d317\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-01475607 gb-headline-text\">Planting Tips &amp; Maintenance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b8054215 gb-headline-text\">Look up: Are power lines overhead?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never plant trees directly under power lines. Be sure to verify the maturity height of the tree you are planting as well as recommended minimum spacing requirements away from power lines.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0d37d05f gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-97006f5d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-7d99a63f gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Overhead Power Line Landscaping Diagram<\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b8f3e710\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-802a0af5\">\n\n<div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/TREE-PLANTING-CLEARANCE-OVERHEAD.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:600px\" aria-label=\"Incrustado de TREE PLANTING CLEARANCE - OVERHEAD.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-1537a005-3397-41fe-8470-3a31f8da05ed\" href=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/TREE-PLANTING-CLEARANCE-OVERHEAD.pdf\">TREE PLANTING CLEARANCE &#8211; OVERHEAD<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/TREE-PLANTING-CLEARANCE-OVERHEAD.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-1537a005-3397-41fe-8470-3a31f8da05ed\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5fafd035 gb-headline-text\">Look down: Are there power lines underground?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call before you dig. Your safety is of utmost importance. Call <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tenn811.com\/\">TN-One<\/a> to locate underground utility lines before you dig. Plant trees and shrubs at least three feet away from underground power lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-97ac4741 gb-headline-text\">Look around: Do you see a green metal box in your yard?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see a green box in your yard, it could be a BrightRidge transformer, pedestal, or switch enclosure. NEVER plant trees or shrubs in front of the transformer doors. NEVER use probes to water or fertilize shrubs around transformers. If you decide to plant around the transformer box, consider mature plant size and always maintain a minimum three-foot clearance from all sides of the transformer. Once again, remember to call before you dig. Never begin digging without having underground power lines identified by the experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tenn811.com\/\">TN-One Call<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d6094c72 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0e58132a gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-1848b061 gb-accordion__toggle\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" ariahidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Underground Power Pedestals &amp; Transformers Landscaping Diagram<\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e49c3e82\">\n\n<div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/TREE-PLANTING-CLEARANCE-UNDERGROUND.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:600px\" aria-label=\"Incrustado de TREE PLANTING CLEARANCE - UNDERGROUND.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-4fc27768-581e-4ec0-8c66-5f1a56a5e8e0\" href=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/TREE-PLANTING-CLEARANCE-UNDERGROUND.pdf\">TREE PLANTING CLEARANCE &#8211; UNDERGROUND<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/TREE-PLANTING-CLEARANCE-UNDERGROUND.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-4fc27768-581e-4ec0-8c66-5f1a56a5e8e0\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b3a8428d\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b8499b5d gb-headline-text\">Plant for Energy Efficiency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Properly Planted Trees Save Money<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are committed to encouraging customers to use energy efficiently. One of the greatest opportunities we have to conserve energy is by planting trees. Properly planted trees can stop cold winds, provide cool shade, and reduce energy usage year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember: A properly planted tree is also one that is planted adequate distance away from power lines, meters, and transformers. Proper planting can also reduce the cost of tree trimming and tree removal required for maintaining proper safety of power lines, utility equipment, and right-of-ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look up before you plant! Trees planted improperly jeopardize safety and your source for power.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-43eb8923\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-6055bab4 gb-headline-text\">Seasonal Tips for Efficiency<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e5291ada\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-51adb9d6\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-091ebc39\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-aca82570\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b29b882c\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b29b882c\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-ecacc50b\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-92c02662\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92c02662\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-95b61388 align-middle\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 52 53\" height=\"53\" width=\"52\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M20.6417 1.79295V3.95778\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M5.48572 6.12694L7.65054 8.29176\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M35.7954 6.1226L33.6306 8.28743\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M1.1582 21.2764H3.32303\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M30.353 12.6669C28.6045 10.6982 26.2989 9.30747 23.7419 8.67898C21.185 8.0505 18.4974 8.21395 16.0355 9.14769C13.5735 10.0814 11.4535 11.7413 9.95642 13.9074C8.45934 16.0734 7.65592 18.6433 7.65266 21.2764C7.65123 22.7208 7.89574 24.1549 8.37571 25.5173\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M16.0024 21.8327C16.0962 21.6641 16.2333 21.5236 16.3997 21.4258C16.566 21.328 16.7555 21.2764 16.9484 21.2764H39.4886C39.6815 21.2764 39.871 21.328 40.0373 21.4258C40.2037 21.5236 40.3408 21.6641 40.4346 21.8327L50.0551 39.1513C50.1467 39.3161 50.1937 39.502 50.1914 39.6905C50.1892 39.879 50.1377 40.0636 50.0421 40.2262C49.9465 40.3887 49.8102 40.5234 49.6465 40.617C49.4829 40.7106 49.2976 40.7598 49.1091 40.7598H7.32794C7.13941 40.7598 6.95415 40.7106 6.79049 40.617C6.62684 40.5234 6.49047 40.3887 6.3949 40.2262C6.29932 40.0636 6.24784 39.879 6.24556 39.6905C6.24329 39.502 6.29029 39.3161 6.38191 39.1513L16.0024 21.8327Z\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M24.9713 40.7598V51.5839\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M31.4658 51.5839V40.7598\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M23.8889 21.2764L19.5592 40.7598\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M32.5482 21.2764L36.8778 40.7598\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M12.7032 27.7709H43.7317\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M9.09448 34.2653H47.3405\"><\/path> <\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-07a75342\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-07a75342\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bcd5bcdc gb-headline-text h2 color-primary fw-bold\">Winter<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-06cbd03c gb-headline-text\" data-start-number=\"0\" data-end-number=\"14700\">The right combination of trees and shrubs can provide a natural screen that protects your home from wind, noise, and dust. For energy efficiency in the winter, plant rows of shrubs and evergreens on the NORTH and WEST sides of your home. Pine, spruce, and hemlock make excellent windbreaks. Privet, yews, and hollies make good screens.&nbsp;<strong>*Check for minimum spacing from power lines before planting.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-78376ceb\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-78376ceb\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-d2c4d3b5\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d10c2dbf\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d10c2dbf\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-12c741af align-middle\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 52 53\" height=\"53\" width=\"52\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M20.6417 1.79295V3.95778\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M5.48572 6.12694L7.65054 8.29176\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M35.7954 6.1226L33.6306 8.28743\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M1.1582 21.2764H3.32303\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M30.353 12.6669C28.6045 10.6982 26.2989 9.30747 23.7419 8.67898C21.185 8.0505 18.4974 8.21395 16.0355 9.14769C13.5735 10.0814 11.4535 11.7413 9.95642 13.9074C8.45934 16.0734 7.65592 18.6433 7.65266 21.2764C7.65123 22.7208 7.89574 24.1549 8.37571 25.5173\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M16.0024 21.8327C16.0962 21.6641 16.2333 21.5236 16.3997 21.4258C16.566 21.328 16.7555 21.2764 16.9484 21.2764H39.4886C39.6815 21.2764 39.871 21.328 40.0373 21.4258C40.2037 21.5236 40.3408 21.6641 40.4346 21.8327L50.0551 39.1513C50.1467 39.3161 50.1937 39.502 50.1914 39.6905C50.1892 39.879 50.1377 40.0636 50.0421 40.2262C49.9465 40.3887 49.8102 40.5234 49.6465 40.617C49.4829 40.7106 49.2976 40.7598 49.1091 40.7598H7.32794C7.13941 40.7598 6.95415 40.7106 6.79049 40.617C6.62684 40.5234 6.49047 40.3887 6.3949 40.2262C6.29932 40.0636 6.24784 39.879 6.24556 39.6905C6.24329 39.502 6.29029 39.3161 6.38191 39.1513L16.0024 21.8327Z\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M24.9713 40.7598V51.5839\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M31.4658 51.5839V40.7598\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M23.8889 21.2764L19.5592 40.7598\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M32.5482 21.2764L36.8778 40.7598\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M12.7032 27.7709H43.7317\"><\/path> <path stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke=\"white\" d=\"M9.09448 34.2653H47.3405\"><\/path> <\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-e48768b3\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e48768b3\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-06e1012d gb-headline-text h2 color-primary fw-bold\">Summer<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shade trees can reduce summer energy costs. Deciduous trees (those that shed leaves in fall\/winter) can provide summer shade and allow solar heat to filter through in winter. Planting deciduous trees on the EAST and SOUTHEAST sides of your home will provide shade during summer months during early-to-mid-morning hours. 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Doing so may also extend the life of your actual heat pump unit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-21ac0c92\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7f07aec9 gb-headline-text\">Proper Trimming Style<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The old method of tree topping is no longer recommended by horticulturists and other professionals in the field, such as the National Arbor Day Foundation, The International Society of Arboriculture, and the National Arborist Association. Tree topping or rounding over can lead to decay, disease, insects, fungi, and may threaten the life of the tree. Weakened trees are more likely to break during wind, ice, and snowstorms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lateral, or natural trimming is the method used by line crews in most utilities. Lateral trimming is utilized by BrightRidge. The name lateral is derived from the method of cutting branches back to natural strong points on the tree, such as the juncture of the trunk and major limbs. Re-growth occurs with lateral trimming; however, branches tend to grow away from power lines and profuse sprouting of new limbs into power lines is avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-8b9af736 gb-headline-text\">Pruning Methods<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-911bf453\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-821e7774\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-68c334a4\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-68c334a4\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-e5180a65\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"112\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-e5180a65\" src=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_vpruning1.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"trees_vpruning1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_vpruning1.jpg 144w, https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_vpruning1-15x12.jpg 15w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 144px) 100vw, 144px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cV\u201d Pruning<\/strong> \u201cV\u201d pruning is used for fast growing trees located directly under power lines when removal or crown reduction is not an option. No branches are left hanging over the lines with V pruning.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-fec06c74\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fec06c74\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-9766a8b4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"124\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-9766a8b4\" src=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_sidepruning1.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"trees_sidepruning1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_sidepruning1.jpg 144w, https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_sidepruning1-14x12.jpg 14w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 144px) 100vw, 144px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Side Pruning<\/strong> Side pruning involves pruning branches growing toward power lines on one side of the tree only. Any tree with a base located 15 feet or more away from the center line of BrightRidge conductors will be side pruned.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-ad97b538\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ad97b538\">\n\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-571f9ffe\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"134\" class=\"gb-image gb-image-571f9ffe\" src=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_Lpruning1.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"trees_Lpruning1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_Lpruning1.jpg 144w, https:\/\/brightridge.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/trees_Lpruning1-13x12.jpg 13w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 144px) 100vw, 144px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cL\u201d Pruning<\/strong> \u201cL\u201d pruning is practiced when tree limbs cannot be pruned to a suitable lateral. This method of pruning involves pruning the branches which grow toward power lines on one side of the tree only.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0f58365f\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-dc636512 gb-headline-text\">Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-0ac0fb0e\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d6f03d50\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d6f03d50\">\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-3dd3c13a gb-headline-text\">Class Resources<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for resources for your gardening class or Arbor Day event? Use the link below to download an BrightRidge educational flyer about powerlines and tree safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-27abf7f0 gb-button-text btn bg-white pdf\" href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Power_LInes__amp__Trees_2017.pdf\">Tree Flyer for Events<\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-19f1ad09\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-19f1ad09\">\n\n<h4 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-a37b7266 gb-headline-text\">Tree Line USA<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BrightRidge is proud to be a Tree Line USA utility. 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