"Smooth but I had to correct their bill when the foreman asked for a signature and again when they tried to collect for a service that wasn't rendered. I chalked it up to a communications error, twice."
"They were responsive and flexible with timing, they even started a couple days ahead of schedule. They made valuable suggestions on what trees to have cut and asked if we wanted any of the wood or if we wanted it removed."
"Dan did a great job. He worked on a couple of projects for us. He even saw the work another contractor did and cleaned it up so it was more aesthetic. Super receptive to feedback and did an excellent job with customer service. We’re looking forward to using him again."
"Tree work was fast, good and reasonable price. Very fair Price and beautiful design and work on the retaining wall, Island Pro is my go to team for work around my Home. Kevita is a real pro!"
"David was quick, efficient, and did a great job. He even came out when there was feet of snow on the ground making the job more difficult (we have 2nd story windows). Would hire again and recommend him to others."
Trimming a tree can take anywhere from just two hours to a full day, depending on the age of the tree, the number of trees, and the species. Young trees are generally easier to trim, as their branches are often thinner in diameter and easier to reach compared to mature trees. They also tend to be healthier. If you haven’t trimmed your trees before or it’s been a while, the process could take even longer.
In some states and municipalities, you will need a permit to remove a tree on your property. In many cases where permits are required, a tree must reach a maximum height before a permit is required to remove it. You can either ask your local building department or a tree removal professional if you’ll need a permit. If you do, you can expect to pay between $50 and $150 for the permit alone. Your tree removal company should pull the permit for you and include the permit fee in your total.
All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.
Local tree removal prices range from $200 to $2,000 overall, but vary depending on:
Local cost of labor and supplies
Accessibility of the tree
Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree
The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)
Local seasonal discounts for the off-season
There are a few things you should look for in a stump removal company to make sure you’ll be satisfied with the results:
Proper business licensing and insurance
History of positive reviews
Good rating with the Better Business Bureau
We also recommend asking any company you’re considering the following questions to help find the best value:
Will you remove the roots as well as the stump?
Will you haul away wood chips or large portions of the stump?
What method will you use to remove the stump?
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