Back hand felling today. Needed the assistance of the trusty capstan winch to help this leaning Ash over safely.
When a tree has a pronounced lean — particularly an Ash with its dense, heavy crown — conventional felling alone can be unpredictable. Back hand felling combined with a capstan winch gives us precise directional control, ensuring the tree falls exactly where planned, away from obstacles, structures, and bystanders.
The capstan winch applies steady, controlled tension as the chainsaw work progresses — working with the tree's natural weight rather than against it. The result is a clean, safe fell with minimal ground disturbance.
Watch the assisted felling in action — capstan winch providing controlled directional tension.
Why Assisted Felling?
Not every tree is a straightforward fell. Leaning trees, trees near buildings or fences, or specimens with uneven crowns all present added complexity. At Home Farm Holdings, we assess each tree individually and select the technique that delivers the safest, most efficient outcome.
Whether it's a capstan winch, a hand winch, or rigging systems for section-by-section removal, we have the equipment and expertise to handle the job properly — every time.
