5 Tree Cutting Tools for Tree Care, Landscaping & Gardening
Professional arborists & landscapers use a wide variety of tools to cut trees. All of these tools serve a different purpose and can be an essential part of an arborist’s kit.
If you’re building your kit and seek the best tree cutting tools, at Rotatech, we believe the tools below can be a great addition to any professional arborist’s arsenal.
1. Chainsaws
Chainsaws are some of the most versatile tools you can have in your kit. A chainsaw has a running chain with sharp teeth that cut through all kinds of wood smoothly. They’re ideal for thick and sturdy branches and provide a clean cut. Chainsaws come in different designs, shapes, and configurations.
You can choose different types of chains like full-chisel, semi-chisel, etc, based on your cutting needs. You can also choose the type of power source for the chainsaw such as electric, battery-powered, or gas-powered chainsaw as well.
Looking for the best mini chainsaws? Check out the 10 Best Small and Mini Chainsaws.
2. Loppers
Loppers are similar to shears. They have long handles and sharp blades at the end. You can place the branch you want to cut between the blades and press the handles together to cut it. The tool works like a scissor and is highly effective in cutting single branches of varying thicknesses.
Loppers are ideal for trimming and shaping trees. They work well for small branches and more precise trimming. These tools are available in different sizes and come with extendable handles which allows you to reach higher branches easily.
3. Pole Saws
Pole saws are convenient tools if you have tall trees to prune but don’t want to climb them. They have a chainsaw-like attachment at the top and a sturdy pole at the bottom. You can stay on the ground and use the pole saw to reach higher branches.
These tools are designed to be perfectly balanced and reliable. You won’t have to worry about the saw tipping over while you attempt to cut branches.
4. Shears
Shears are a smaller version of loppers, ideal for pruning plants, small trees, and bushes. They’re household tools that should be a part of every gardener or landscaper’s kit. Shears come in different sizes and blade combinations too, which makes them a suitable tool for a range of applications.
5. Pruning Saws
If you want to cut wood but don’t want to use power tools, a pruning saw is an ideal tool for the job. You can cut branches of different sizes easily with a good-quality saw, especially if you maintain the saw well. These saws have sharp teeth and cut through even the toughest wood smoothly.
Rotatech stock several types of pruning and hand saws for various needs:
- a Folding Saw is practical for on the go use, easily fitting in a tool kit.
- a Curved Pruning Saw allows greater cutting contact with the branch, improving efficiency and precision.
- a Straight Pruning Saw is ideal for trimming branches at challenging angles, accessing higher branches and achieving neater cuts.
We recommend opting for a saw with an ergonomic plastic handle, to ensure you can work comfortably and efficiently.
When it comes to tree cutting tools, its important to invest in quality. The last thing you want is for your tools to fail or perform poorly on a job. And you don’t need to spend a lot of money to get the best tools either! You might also want to consider chipper blades if you operate a chipper machine.
If you're looking for reliable and affordable arb & landscaping gear, take a look at our extensive range of gear, replacement parts, PPE & accessories.
Rotatech is one of the leading manufacturers of chainsaw parts, chipper blades and stump grinding teeth. With over 20 years in the tree industry, our online store features a wide range of tree-cutting products including chains, reels, bars, oils, sprockets, files, stump teeth and wood chipper blades.