Tree Trimming and Your Electric Service
Managing vegetation near power lines helps keep communities safe and electricity reliable. Explore our resources below to learn more about National Grid's Vegetation Management Program, safe practices, and responsible planting to help protect your home and neighborhood.
Vegetation Management Program
Vegetation growing too close to power lines can cause outages and safety hazards. Learn how our Vegetation Management Program helps keep power reliable and communities safe.
Tree Safety During Storms
Storms can bring down trees and power lines. During or after any storm event, consider all downed wires to be energized and dangerous.
Identifying Service & Power Lines
How can you tell an electric line from a cable line? Not all overhead lines are the same. Learn how to identify electric power lines.
Landowners Along Our Transmission Lines
Trees and transmission lines are not compatible, and require special safety clearance. Find out why.
Thinking about Planting a Tree?
Planting the right tree in the right place can help prevent future power outages. Learn which trees are safe to plant near our power lines.
Pollinator Habitats
Learn how sustainable vegetation management practices support pollinators and wildlife while maintaining safe, reliable service.
Vegetation Management FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about vegetation management.
Downed Power Lines
Never touch downed power lines – always assume they are carrying live electricity. Report downed lines immediately to National Grid at 1-800-465-1212 or by calling 911.
Trees and Power Line Safety
Diseased or overgrown trees can damage power lines and lead to outages. Never touch a downed power line. Learn more about power line safety and what to do if you see downed power lines.