Vegetation Management

Targeted control and elimination, from pruning to mowing and everything in between.

Keeping Nature and Power in Balance

We consider ourselves purveyors of proper vegetation management, keeping the peace between nature and power so your constituents can live in the resulting harmony. Our field managers work with you to offer targeted control and elimination of unwanted vegetation in, around and near your power lines. We also understand that your needs may be driven by local government or environmental concerns, so we tailor our approach to your specific requirements and always comply with the latest NERC Reliability Standards.

hillside covered in trees with powerlines spanning through

Every Method to Manage Your Needs

Tree pruning around power lines is only one tool in our arsenal of control methods. We also remove trees and brush using power saws and mowers, maintain proper vegetation through the judicious use of herbicides and tree growth regulators, identify and remove hazard trees and weeds and implement strategies to minimize incompatible species that sprout up in pipeline right-of-way paths. And, of course, we do it all with the utmost concern for the safety of our team, clients, communities and environment.

A Combination of Control and Care

All-encompassing control methods for minimal disruptions

A consultative, tailored approach to your needs and terrain

Compliance with the latest government regulations and standards

A safer environment for utility workers and constituents

Hear It From Our Clients

"Townsend Tree has established a good working relationship with Duke Energy. I always appreciate the open, honest and candid feedback I receive when we have phone calls or are able to meet in person. Their local leadership team is very proud of the work their crews do and have invited me into the field on many occasions so we could review the work together. They have also become the role model for contractors on how we operate in the new pandemic environment. On the scheduled Teams calls, most of the leadership team is on camera and engaged in the call. "

Townsend Tree Service Client

"Townsend has worked for Southeastern Indiana REMC for the 21 years that I have been here. We started a new Right of Way project four years ago to regain our easement, and Townsend has done a great job of staying on schedule and getting their work complete every year. They take care of problems if they arise, and no questions are asked if they caused the issue it is fixed with little to no input from me. They run a very good business for the work they do for us. I would recommend them to anyone needing great quality work done."

Townsend Tree Service Client

"Just reaching out to say thank you to you and your team for working with me on some tree issues we were having after a NIPSCO cut. Your team was so nice and accommodating. We are very happy with the result, and appreciate your help!"

Christina S., Hebron, IN

"I'd like to ... tell you what a good job Josh Griles and his crew did on my property taking down a danger tree for Southside Electric Cooperative. They did a great job getting the tree down safely and left my property very neat and clean! "

David W., Virginia

"Until you have a storm or something big happens in your state, you won't understand the feeling of seeing large fleets of company vehicles from other states coming to aid in the efforts of cleanup. Townsend Tree Service I see you. I mouthed a 'thank you' as I drove by, and one of the crew smiled and gave me a thumbs up. I'm grateful for you working alongside Duke Energy to help restore power and get our roads clear in our state. "

Tiffany H., Florida

"After a fire in the top of a tree, GVEC sent out the crew from Townsend to trim the top of the trees away from the electric lines. They were all very efficient, professional and nice. While I hope to never have another fire, I would be happy to have this team back anytime."

Rebecca A., Texas