Keep the Roads Clear with American Arbor

September 28, 2025

Due to large storms, old age, or overgrown branches, there are many ways that a branch or an entire tree can end up blocking a road. Here at American Arbor, we strive to be there for our community even after the trees are past pruning or removing.

For this month’s blog, we’re highlighting our right of way clearance service and how it makes a positive impact on the roads in Kalamazoo.

What Causes a Tree or Branch to Block the Road?

First, if you have a house, business, or property on a road surrounded by trees, especially with ones that look like they’re about to tip, it’s good to know what can make them fall.

  • Strong winds
  • Heavy rain
  • Ice and snow accumulation
  • Lightning strikes

Being in or near Kalamazoo means you’re guaranteed to see all these natural weather effects over the calendar year. Keep it in the back of your mind when this weather happens that there may be a tree blocking the road on your next drive or once you leave for work the next morning. It’s after these weather effects that trees are found blocking the roads the most, so it’s important to be on the lookout for your own safety, and the safety of others.

How does American Arbor Right of way Clearance Work

Any roadway that needs trees or brush to be removed can receive right of way clearance in Kalamazoo with American Arbor Inc. This involves our team trimming branches and brush, removing problematic trees and brush, and clearing debris.

We provide this service using one of the most innovative tools on the market, the grapple saw crane. Especially useful for municipal, commercial, and other large clearings, the grapple saw crane allows right of way clearance to be performed safely and quickly since it is operated remotely.

By taking advantage of this service, roadways can become safer for vehicles by removing obstacles from signs, taking away low-hanging branches that could cause minor damage to vehicles or harm bikers, and clearing trees so traffic can continue to flow.

Contact American Arbor for your Next Removal

Even if there isn’t a tree blocking your road, you can still rely on American Arbor for plenty of other tree needs, like tree pruning, regular tree removal, or tree healthcare tips. Contact us for more information today!