Trees too close to powerlines are dangerous
Published 05 July 2019
It’s really important to keep trees and bamboo well clear of powerlines to avoid unnecessary power cuts and to keep children safe.
In high winds and storms, falling trees and branches can break lines causing power cuts, potential fire risk, electrocution and even death.
Help us keep the power on – if you have network lines going over your property, it is your responsibility to keep trees clear of the lines. If there are trees in or near the power lines on your property please call us on 0800 10 40 40. We will send an arborist to check it out and work with you to ensure your trees are safely trimmed.
It is important you do not attempt to trim any trees near powerlines yourself – it is very dangerous so only an approved contractor can do it - never go within 4 meters of a powerline.
To avoid power cuts at your place it is also important to make sure trees near your service line (the powerline from your property boundary to your home, business or shed) are well clear of the lines.
Please call us on 0800 10 40 40 to book a safety disconnection before any work by an approved arborist goes ahead. You can find further information here:
Learn more about tree trimming near powerlines
