Cibalo said:
Well they run their lines directly on top of the back fence line between homes. I didn't plant any of the trees on my yard but I do have them regularly inspected by an arborist and trimmed to make sure they are clear of the lines and have any dead limbs removed.
You clearly dont understand how utility easements work and that's your issue. Not theirs.
They absolutely have the right to come in and clear their aerial easements to avoid some idiot homeowners teee from falling into a line and cutting lower to everyone else. Your negligence shouldn't be the cause of power loss to others.
Im all for hacking and felling any tree that poses a threat to powerlines.
I called them and reported I had a bark beetle killed tree and they came out and took it down and were great. I had to pay to haul it off but they worked with me and was a positive experience. We're also experiencing a lot less power service issues since they became more aggressive. Amen.
My tree was 20' from the easement but the height threatened their line. 50+ yr old pine. Was sad to see it killed.
aTm '99
