Rick Patrick Tree Care
About us
40 years experience.ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) Certified Arborist WE-1513A. Member of The International Society of Arboriculture and Indiana Arborist Association,current member of the Nashville Tree Board.We provide Proof of Insurance and free work proposals. PLEASE NOTE: In 2010, after 30+ years of working for or operating various sized and styled tree service companies,I am now operating Rick Patrick Tree Care strictly as a solo operation.I take on projects that are smaller and more personalized than those tackled by most traditional tree services.
Business highlights
47 years of experience
Services we offer
Climbing and Large tree removal offered on a limited basis., Indiana Native and Non-Invasive Trees & Shrubs, Quality Pruning and Tree Removal, TREE CARE, following current ISA and ANSI (American National Standards Institute) practices.Proper planting of site appropriate
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Reviews
5.026 Reviews
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Suzanne L.
Apr 2018
I was very happy with Rick's professionalism and his excellent service. When he visited my home, we toured the entire yard. He listened to all of my concerns and talked to me about some issues that I hadn't caught. He provided a very detailed written estimate and performed all of the work according to that estimate.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Greetings Ms. [Member Name Removed], Thank you for your kind words and making time to share them. All the Best, Rick Patrick"
Diana D.
May 2016
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Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You and All the Best, Rick Patrick"
Nola H.
Oct 2015
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Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You so much for sharing your R.P.T.C. experience as well as your kind words.All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Rebecca K.
Jun 2015
It was a pleasure working with Mr. Patrick. He was very knowledgeable and explained how the different trees needed to be pruned. There were a lot of trees around our house and in the yard that needed to be pruned and we're very happy with how it all looks. I would call him again if we needed more work done. I also have a small child and I really appreciated how considerate Mr. Patrick was about working around our schedule. After he was done I realized that there was another small tree I wanted taken down and he said he could do that before he left, which I also appreciated.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind words.I appreciate you making the time to share your R.P.T.C. experience. My experiences with Angie's List members continue,overwhelmingly, to be wonderful and I'm grateful for being allowed to care for your trees. I think the small tree taken down at the end of the day,originated from an oversight on my part...and I appreciate the additional monies you paid me...very gracious of you! All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Michiko O.
May 2015
He did a great job, and we are very happy with the outcome. He was polite from the first time (conversation on the phone to schedule his estimate) till the end (when he came out to work at our yard), always punctual, and has a great professionalism. He is very knowledgeable and always answered my questions with sincerity, and I could totally trust him that he knows what he is doing. I especially liked that he really cares about trees, and that he is always willing to share his knowledge.
Overall, he worked very efficiently and effectively (he works alone but he is a very hard worker and doesn't waste any time when he is at work - so he accomplished a lot in a short period of time). I recommend him to anyone who is looking for a real, trustworthy arborist. (But please note that since he works solo, he doesn't do cutting down big trees that requires a bigger machines and more workers. But if your need is pruning smaller to medium-height trees and cutting down small trees or big shrubs, he is a perfect fit.)
Overall, he worked very efficiently and effectively (he works alone but he is a very hard worker and doesn't waste any time when he is at work - so he accomplished a lot in a short period of time). I recommend him to anyone who is looking for a real, trustworthy arborist. (But please note that since he works solo, he doesn't do cutting down big trees that requires a bigger machines and more workers. But if your need is pruning smaller to medium-height trees and cutting down small trees or big shrubs, he is a perfect fit.)
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Ms. [member name removed], Thank You for your kind and generous review. I appreciate you making time to share your R.P.T.C. experience. It was a pleasure meeting you and caring for your trees> All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Laura B.
May 2015
He performed the service ahead of schedule. He was very understanding when I forgot to mail is payment.
He was very polite on the phone, accommodating and did an excellent job. He cleaned up the mess and was helpful in suggesting what to plant in the future.
He was very polite on the phone, accommodating and did an excellent job. He cleaned up the mess and was helpful in suggesting what to plant in the future.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Greetings, I apologize for my tardy response to your review of nearly 3 years ago! I feel it's important to reply to each review in a timely manner. I'm not certain how your review fell through the crack but, please accept my apologies! Thank You very much and All the Best, Rick Patrick"
NANCY S.
Mar 2015
We were very happy! This was not a big job but Mr. Patrick is genuine in doing his best regardless of the size of the job. He has shown himself to be not only a very professional person to do business with but also a man of character and integrity. I have worked with other tree services that were good but Mr. Patrick goes beyond good. He is excellent in this field , in fact, you can see that from the name of his company : Rick Patrick Tree CARE. He does CARE about your trees, his customers, and being a good businessman and individual. It is gratifying to have businesses such as this in our community!
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Dear Member, Thank You for your kind words and review! It is my goal,always, to provide quality care and service...I feel blessed,pursuing a trade that is also a passion...and my clients are the icing on the cake. Thank You and All the Best,Rick Patrick"
David J.
Dec 2014
Rick showed up on time, was ready to get to work, and completed the work promptly. He is very knowledgeable in matters concerning trees, and he provided information that will helpus make decisions in the future regarding replacement trees. In fact, we will very likely hire him to consult on the work and perhaps oversee the tree installation.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind words and positive feedback! All the Best,Rick Patrick"
RON G.
Nov 2014
Rick was called about a month ago... and he stated he was booked up for 4-6 weeks out. He called the day before he came out to confirm we still wanted his service. He showed up on time and even called about 20 minutes out. Arrived, trimmed everything that was over-grown and cleaned up and chipped everything he took off. Did a nice job... it looks so much better.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Mr. [member name removed] Thank you for your kind words. I appreciate you making time to share your positive RPTC experience. All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Nora A.
Sep 2014
Rick works alone and is very diligent. He worked most of the day when it was extremely hot & humid, but stuck with it til the job was done. He is competent with his pruning skills and is also a very nice person. I would not hesitate to call him again for other tree jobs.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind comments! I appreciate you sharing your R.P.T.C. experience. All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Shirley B.
Jul 2014
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Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"I apologize,I always read my reviews and somehow missed responding to this one! So,please accept my belated thanks for your kind words and patronage! All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Karen R.
Jun 2014
Contacted me quickly after I requested information and a quote on Angie's List. He was able to come out in a few days to access the work and give a quote. Did a great job and cleaned up after he was done too. Would recommend to friends, family and anyone on Angie's List.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Ms. [member name removed], Thank You for the feedback, All the Best,Rick Patrick"
James A.
Sep 2013
I liked Rick very, very much. He was there the next morning after I called up, and we had a great personal talk after he had surveyed my dogwood tree problem (four of them next to the courtyard in my back yard are on their last legs). He told me that he would cut one tree down, trim the dead branches on the other trees, and trim other trees that are on my property. Rick is a certified arborist (very rare) who knows his trees. Rather than doing some expensive fertilizing of the dying trees, he saved me a lot of money by telling me that the tree-life of dogwoods is about forty years. The trees had been planted exactly 40 years ago!
Rick told me that there were a few other customers in line ahead of me, so I'd have to wait. I assumed that the waiting period would be a month or so, but in fact he did not come back and do the work for three months! That was not a big deal for me, but I thought that it was strange that he was not more specific in warning me of such a long wait time. Or, as his jobs turned out to be larger than he'd expected, that he didn't call to tell me that there would be a delay before he could get to my trees.
It was probably my fault that I didn't check with Rick on this, but when he told me that he would bring one tree down, I'd thought that he meant he would also remove the stump. It didn't happen, and my son and his friend spent a good long while on that project.
I would not want to wait as long the next time, if I should need tree service in the future.
Rick told me that there were a few other customers in line ahead of me, so I'd have to wait. I assumed that the waiting period would be a month or so, but in fact he did not come back and do the work for three months! That was not a big deal for me, but I thought that it was strange that he was not more specific in warning me of such a long wait time. Or, as his jobs turned out to be larger than he'd expected, that he didn't call to tell me that there would be a delay before he could get to my trees.
It was probably my fault that I didn't check with Rick on this, but when he told me that he would bring one tree down, I'd thought that he meant he would also remove the stump. It didn't happen, and my son and his friend spent a good long while on that project.
I would not want to wait as long the next time, if I should need tree service in the future.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Mr. (member name removed), Thank You for sharing your R.P.T.C experience. You make a valid point about the long wait between accepting my proposal and when the work was actually done and I do apologize for not communicating clearly with you in regards to a time line. You aren't the first person who has brought this to my attention and so, I've begun noting on all proposals and verbalizing with each client, an approximation of the number of weeks I am already booked. I also ask clients to take into consideration situations beyond my control that can arise...emergency work,LIFE,and inhospitable weather conditions,to name just three,which may cause further delays.I try to be honest with people and let them know from the start,I work solo...no employees means I do all aspects of every job myself. I'm by no means the quickest Tree Care company out there but if I agree to do a project,I will show up and complete it.I will strive to iron out the,"time frame/communication" wrinkle! I've never offered stump removal as a service and when asked,I refer a reputable, local fellow who grinds exclusively...so,my apologies for any misunderstanding there. All that said,It was a joy meeting you,a privilege working for you and I recall our non-tree related conversation fondly. Meeting interesting and engaging folks like yourself helps me keep in mind,just how blessed I am to earn a living at something I have a deep passion for! Thank You and All the Best,Mr.Ackerman...Sincerely,Rick Patrick"
Judith O.
May 2013
see above
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Dear Member, Thank You for sharing your tree care experience,your kind words and favorable review...they are all appreciated. All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Chris M.
Apr 2013
Rick came to my place to discuss what needed to be done. He recommended a specific way of pruning the Bradford Pear tree in my front yard, surveyed the tree branches to be chipped, as well as the trunk sections to be hauled away in the backyard. He wrote up an estimate for me of $280, which I accepted, and we agreed he would call the day before he wanted to do the job, as he was waiting for the ground in the back yard to dry out sufficiently so his equipment would not tear up the lawn.
He called about a week later to tell me the time was right, and he completed the job the next day while I was at work. All was done as we had agreed, and the tree, chip pile, and yard all looked great! Rick knows his trees, is a very pleasant guy to work with, and does a super job!
From previous experience, if the job is larger than he can handle himself, he can refer you to the right people at the right price. He's my #1 tree man!
He called about a week later to tell me the time was right, and he completed the job the next day while I was at work. All was done as we had agreed, and the tree, chip pile, and yard all looked great! Rick knows his trees, is a very pleasant guy to work with, and does a super job!
From previous experience, if the job is larger than he can handle himself, he can refer you to the right people at the right price. He's my #1 tree man!
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Dear Member,Thank You for making time to write a review...I appreciate your kind words.All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Barbara D.
Mar 2013
In September 2011, Rick removed two trees (a tulip-poplar and a black walnut) from our front yard and removed six Rose of Sharon bushes from around the house. My husband and I were totally impressed with the price charged, Rick's promptness in completing the work, the thorough and excellent job he performed, and the exceptional clean-up of all debris. Also important to us was how personable he was and his willingness to chat and answer questions. When he was done with the work, I asked him about another tree on our property that did not look healthy. Rick explained the problem and pruned the tree without charging anything for the extra work. Based on his wonderful performance, there was no question who I would call for the current job. I left a message on his voice mail on Thursday, March 14. He not only returned my call the same day, but came to the house that day to give me an estimate. When I said I would like him to do the job, he indicated he could come out sometime the following week and that he would call to arrange a time. On Monday, March 18 he called to set up Tuesday, March 19 for the work and on Tuesday morning he called before coming out. Rick was exactly as I had remembered him. He obviously cares about his customers, is willing to share his vast knowledge of trees, and is an all-around nice man. This is in addition to doing excellent work and leaving the yard in great shape. His clean-up was so thorough that he not only cleaned up debris from the lawn, but also used a leaf blower on the street to remove seed pods and debris. I cannot say enough good things about the quality and pleasantness of the service Rick provides. When he left, I felt as if I was saying goodbye to a friend instead of "hired help." You cannot go wrong by hiring Rick.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"[member name removed], I can't thank you enough for all your kind words!!! I feel fortunate and experience a deep satisfaction earning a living in the Tree Care Industry...meeting and working with engaging folks such as you,is a very large part of the joy and gratitude I feel each day...what a life! All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Tony H.
Aug 2012
very good
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Member, Thank You for taking time to share your Rick Patrick Tree Care experience with other Angie's List members.I thank you for allowing me to care for your Birch tree and appreciate your kind words. All the Best,Rick Patrick"
Nita L.
Jun 2012
He was careful, clean, and left everything immaculate. He had earlier taken down a huge tree, and he came with enough help to take care of a big job. He did an excellent job. He was here when he said he would be here, and he did what he said he would do. I have had tree people on and off, and his charges were very acceptable.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Member, Thank You for your kind words ! All the Best, Rick Patrick"
Chris M.
Apr 2012
It all went very well, and I went with the tree service that he recommended.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Member, Thank You for the glowing report and taking the time to share your thoughts on our recent meeting. It has always been my policy,if I'm unable to provide the service required by potential clients,guide them towards sources I,myself,would be comfortable hiring. All the Best to you. Sincerely,Rick Patrick"
Sharon M.
Jan 2012
Rick is a busy guy and was worth the wait on scheduling. He spent time walking our yard and discussing what needed to be pruned and how. His knowledge was impressive his care in doing the work drew favorable comments even from neighbors. One neighbor commented that "if everyone had the work ethic of that guy, the economy would be in great shape." He worked at our home for about three days and worked non-stop other than a break for lunch each day. All of the work was done by him personally. We wished we'd been there to watch him take down the Black Cherry tree and do some of the pruning. His professionalism and quality of work far surpassed any tree work we've had done in years past. Our highest recommendation is easy to give. Thank you Rick, for the wonderful service and at such a reasonable price.
You won't go wrong if you contact Rick. I never wrote a check that was so worth the cost!
You won't go wrong if you contact Rick. I never wrote a check that was so worth the cost!
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"WOW !!! Thank You, Members for making time to write and post such a glowing report! It was a pleasure meeting you both and I appreciate you entrusting me with the care of your trees. Please, thank your neighbor,on my behalf, for his very kind words. Should I ever find myself in need of a morale boost,you can be certain I'll be returning to reread your report!!! All the Best to both of you and your neighbor! Sincerely, Rick Patrick"
Darrell B.
Oct 2011
Rick is a capable, affordable professional who is selective on which jobs he will accept. I needed removal of a dying 60 ft. spruce tree. He referred me to one of his former associates who promptly, carefully and politely did the work on time and under budget.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Member, It is very kind of you to have take the time to submit your comments and I thank you...I like knowing,when I come across a project that isn't my specialty and recommend a colleague,they represent the Tree Care Industry in a positive manner. I will make certain to let Matt know of your kind words ! All the Best to you..sincerely, Rick Patrick"
Shirley B.
Jul 2011
Rick gave me the lowest quote and I am very pleased with his service. He was prompt and professional.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind words and making time to share them ! All the Best, Rick Patrick"
GREG A.
Jun 2011
We are very pleased with the service Rick provided. He always responded to our phone calls in a timely fashion. He came out promptly and gave us an estimate and explained that he was very busy due to the recent storms/tornado and that it would be awhile before he could get to us. To our surprise, he was able to come earlier than expected to perform the work. He did a great job! He made sure we understood exactly what he planned to do after listening to what our expectations were. Great communication! He arrived when he said he would. The job took almost two days to complete. He had originally planned to do the work in two days but on the first day he arrived, he asked if he could skip the next day because one of his customers had an emergency and he wanted to accomodate that customer. That was fine with us. It's nice to know that he takes care of his customers when they have an emergency! He came back and completed the job when he said he was going to. He also was very informative and explained to us why he was doing what he was doing to the trees he was pruning. All in all, a great experience with an excellent arborist!
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind words !"
Caleb S.
Nov 2010
good experience
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind words !"
FRANK M.
Jul 2004
EASY TO TALK TO, VERY PROFESSIONAL, AND VERY SATISFIED WITH WORK.
Response from Rick Patrick Tree Care
"Thank You for your kind words !"
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FAQ
Rick Patrick Tree Care is currently rated 5.0 overall out of 5.
Yes, Rick Patrick Tree Care offers free project estimates.
No, Rick Patrick Tree Care does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Rick Patrick Tree Care does not offer a senior discount.
No, Rick Patrick Tree Care does not offer emergency services.
No, Rick Patrick Tree Care does not offer warranties.