It was a small part in the scheme of things. Taking down the big poplar was the main work, but about $350 was to save the cherry.
It only would have taken a minute to cut down, and if that were the case it was so small i wouldnt have even charged to while doing a $2.5K tree.
But what was important to the client was that the tree be saved if possible.
It had been split for about 5 days and no sign of foliage wilting. I think it will live and with support the structure should hold up. This makes it retainable untill decay from the wound becomes extensive. Which isn't a big concern as it will never be of the size or have a target to be a hazard tree.
We luurrve trees down here ekka!