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Size can be a factor in heavy winds. Bigger = better developed roots = stability.

Pollarding generally assumes starting when the tree is young, which helps in preventing decay, and then annual maintenance. That is a difference, I believe. Selecting which species respond well to pollarding, is another difference. Topping requires considerably less specificity.

I was under the impression that most "successful" pollarding, is initiated when the tree is at a young age. As regarding disease, a small quotation: "The pollarding process does not severely circumvent the natural protective mechanism that protects the tree from disease and insects. Topping...

What one article has to say about it: Topping: Common, but inappropriate; Stem diameter and age not considered; Practiced on any trees of any age; Return pruning may not happen; Causes decay in cut branches; Creates weak attachments that may become dangerous; Can decrease the tree...

I've seen some interesting pollarding done on trees planted close to a tall fence, where the trees were meant to be kept below the fence height. The effect was like a living irregular lattice work against the simply designed solid flat fence. It created a pleasant atmosphere, and was rather...

Good point Jerry, on Dave's good point :|: Having a sensitive eye for things is really important. Part is training and experience, part is inherent talent. Te best way of looking at things is not only with your eyes, a teacher told me many years ago. "You must learn how to look at things...

Getting to a job and their chainsaws don't start, and/or run like cr@p. Often, creatures from hacksville.

Treevet, I think that you miss the point. Order of expertise in the Treehouse: Beginner, intermediate, expert, hack. Another cool thing about the place!