Hopefully, you found these techniques for using a chainsaw to be exactly what you were.

Aug 08, In this video, I show you how to cut a tree branch with a chainsaw.

It is a tutorial for people that like doing DIY things in their backyard. It is important Author: Helpful DIY. Aug 01, On larger trees, turn off the chainsaw partway through the cut, remove it from the tree, and drive wood or plastic wedges into the cut to keep it open.

Restart the chainsaw and carefully put it back in the cut, being careful not to do any cutting with the tip- cuts along the tip can cause the chainsaw to kick back at you. The tree starts falling before you've cut all the way through, with the uncut section acting as a hinge that slows the fall and controls its direction. As soon as the tree Estimated Reading Time: 6 mins.