When We Trim

Trimming cycles are highly dependent on tree growth rates and types of electric facilities in the area.

When we schedule trimming in your area that includes trees on your property, a Company Representative will contact you personally, in-person, on the phone or by leaving a door hanger before trimming and removing trees and limbs too close to our power lines.

• You do not incur any charges for required tree trimming work.

• Crews only perform work needed to maintain reliable electric service.

• Line Clearing and brush control are performed on a cycle or periodic basis.

Ensuring Safety

• Well-maintained rights-of-way ease access for personnel and vehicles during storm restoration.

• This maintenance enhances the efficiency and safety of restoring power for all members.

• Trees pruned to ANSI A300 standards are more likely to maintain a healthy structure and appearance.

• DCREMC specifications require our contractors to adhere to the ANSI A300 standards when trimming.

• To ensure safety for everyone, DCREMC discourages members and untrained contractors from pruning trees near power lines.

• We utilize only qualified line-clearance contractors specially trained to work safely around our facilities.