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The Cost Of Your Tree Removal
The only accurate way to determine the cost of your tree removal, or tree related service is to have a certified arborist examine your tree and surrounding property.
A Few Factors To Consider
Here are just a few factors you need to consider when having tree services performed:
- Location
- Size of the tree
- Client specifications
- Equipment needed
- Time needed to do the job properly
- Crew needed
- Safety risks and possible hazards considered
If a tree company is willing to give you a quick, low priced quote to get your job, or pressures you with a “limited time offer”, beware! Regrettably, there are far too many “bait & switch” companies in the tree service industry. These people see a way to make a quick buck and quote low prices only to risk real harm to the homeowners. Many time times these are transient companies moving from town to town. In the end, the homeowners are the loser and have no recourse after the damage is done.
Always Ask These 4 Questions
Tree removal should only be done by experienced, trained professionals. The small cost savings of hiring an uninsured, unskilled company without insurance pales in comparison to the possible property damage or physical injuries you or their workers may incur. You must always ask for proof of business insurance before allowing someone to climb up your tree with a chainsaw.
If the company is hesitant when you ask for local references, run away. They are either un-trustworthy or brand new, either way you don't want them up in your tree with a chainsaw.
Ease of entry into the tree cutting business can be a huge problem for unsuspecting homeowners. Let’s face it, anyone who can get a chainsaw can profess to be in the tree cutting business overnight. To guard against hiring an untrained person or persons, be sure to find an experienced, proven company with a certified Arborist. To be an ISA Certified Arborist®, you need at least three years’ experience.
This is important! You would not believe how many times we have heard of companies who drive their trucks on the property, chop the tree down, cut up a few sections, and then drive off leaving the homeowner to deal with the mess.
Details are important and you have a right to ask exactly how the company will remove your tree. You can then rest assured you have hired an experienced company and are receiving the service you paid for.
Details are important and you have a right to ask exactly how the company will remove your tree. You can then rest assured you have hired an experienced company and are receiving the service you paid for.
