Cabling and Bracing in Portland Oregon

Support Your Trees — Protect Your Property

In Portland’s rainy, wind-prone climate, large or structurally weak trees often need additional support to stay safe and upright. At Arborists of America, Inc., we offer professional tree cabling and bracing services to reinforce high-risk limbs and split trunks — extending the life of your valuable trees while reducing the risk of storm damage or failure.

What Is Tree Cabling & Bracing?

Cabling and bracing are proactive tree support techniques that help stabilize weak branches, co-dominant stems, or previously damaged trunks:

• Cabling uses flexible steel cables installed high in the canopy to redistribute weight and limit branch movement during windstorms.

• Bracing involves installing threaded rods through split or cracked unions to prevent further separation and internal failure.

These systems are discreet, long-lasting, and designed to preserve your tree’s natural form.

When to Use Cabling & Bracing:

• Trees with V-shaped co-dominant stems

• Trees with visible splits or cracks in major limbs

• Historic or specimen trees with structural defects

• Large canopy trees near homes, cars, sidewalks, or power lines

• Trees that have survived a storm but need stabilization

Our ISA-Certified Arborists assess your tree’s structure and recommend the best support system based on ANSI A300 standards.

Why It Matters in Portland

Portland’s landscape is filled with mature Bigleaf Maples, Douglas Firs, and ornamental hardwoods that can develop structural issues over time — especially in older urban neighborhoods. Rather than removing these trees, cabling and bracing can often provide a safe and sustainable alternative.

We’ve helped hundreds of homeowners, HOAs, and commercial clients preserve mature trees while improving safety and reducing liability.

Schedule a Tree Assessment

Not all structural problems are visible from the ground. If you’re unsure about the stability of a tree on your property, call Arborists of America, Inc. for a certified inspection. We’ll let you know if cabling, bracing, or other risk mitigation is needed.

Protect your trees. Protect your property. Schedule your consultation today.