Do tree removal companies need to be insured?

<div>Yes, you will want to confirm that the tree removal company you hire is insured before proceeding with the job. Tree removal can be dangerous work, and it's important to verify that the company carries the proper insurance to cover any onsite accidents or damage.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

Should landscapers be certified or licensed?

<div>When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">check our state licensing tool</a> to review the local landscaper guidelines.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How much does it cost to remove a tree?

<div>On average, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-tree-removal-cost.htm">removing a tree costs</a> around $750, but you can expect to pay between $200 to $2,000. Factors that impact the overall cost include the number of trees you’re having removed, their height, the diameter of their trunks, permits needed, and the tree’s accessibility. You’ll pay more if the tree is in a hard-to-reach area or dangerous location, like close to power lines.</div>

How much are typical landscaping costs?

<div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-landscaping-cost.htm">Landscaping costs</a> around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:<ul><li>Location</li><li>Yard size</li><li>Project size</li><li>Materials</li><li>Land preparation</li><li>Type of landscaping</li></ul>Considering so many factors, it’s not surprising that the overall costs can differ. A typical landscaping project is flower bed installation, which averages between $800 and $3,000. However, landscape lighting installation is a higher-end project, with a price tag of $2,000 to $6,000. </div>

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Reviewed in August 2015
Professional Arborist climbed my tree 50ft off the ground worked from 10AM - 6PM. Removed rhododendrons literally covering my stream for free. Of all the people that have worked at my house these were the nicest. The came back the next morning to remove 1 ton of stumps created by the tree...
Watermark Landscape
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Reviewed in January 2013
Ray’s Tree Service took down a tree for us that one other service refused to do and another one said they would cut, and then never showed up to do the job. He was very professional, courteous, more than prompt (he did the job a day earlier than he said), and had good communication. ...
Ray's Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2012
The owner of the company, a certified arborist, came over and we discussed the tasks that I wanted to be done. I was very impressed with his knowledge. I was even more impressed with his honesty. There were at least two things that I thought I wanted removed and when I explained those to him,...
Ray's Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2013
This was a two step process. First, a Certified Arborist came to the house and provided a proposal in a day or so. Then, we scheduled a team of three men with two big trucks to come do the work. They arrived when scheduled and worked diligently for most of the daylight hours (this was in...
Bartlett Tree Experts
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Reviewed in July 2013
We reluctantly agreed to top two tree that were blocking our new neighbors view even though we knew this was not good for the trees. We had topped one of these trees many years prior for the previous owner of this home. So I had an expectation of what the tree would look like. I spoke...
MC KINNEY TREE HUGGERS
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