"I have many rental properties so I deal with a lot of contractors throughout the year. Recently, a huge tree fell on and crushed a detached garage at one of my properties. I called probably 15 to 20 tree companies. Some never called me back and some came out, looked at the job and acknowledged it was too big or too complicated. Only a few companies provided quotes. I selected Brian's Tree Service after comparing all contractors. Brian's Tree Service was competitively priced and he didn't hesitate to provide me with GL insurance and workman's comp certificates. They also shared my concerns over potential driveway damage from a huge crane that was needed. Although no company including Brian's Tree Service could guarantee the driveway would not crack, Brian took great care and gave me confidence that if anybody could avoid damaging the driveway it was his company. The job went great. He removed the tree from the garage and also cut down and even larger tree that was still standing in the backyard. They kept to the schedule, they communicated well and they cleaned up afterwards. I work with a lot of contractors... most of whom are average or even sub-par. Brian's Tree Service exceeded my expectations. I made the right choice with them for sure."
"A large branch about halfway up on a ~75' oak tree came down and damaged one of the two surrounding trees in my front yard. We decided to remove all 3 trees and called around for quotes. Terry was very responsive; called me back the same evening, came out the next day, and gave me a quote over the phone. His price was one of the lowest of 5 companies we got quotes from, and he was the only one that would remove the stump grindings. When I got all my quotes, I called Terry back and agreed upon the price and schedule over the phone. Terry and his crew came out on the scheduled day at 8:30AM and worked efficiently to cut down and remove the 3 trees in one day. They also removed the debris and cleaned up the yard. They came back the next day and in a few hours ground down the stumps and removed the grindings. Overall, they did a great job and I would recommend them to anyone needing tree services."
"I was very satisfied with the service from Robert Tree Service. He cut 25 trees for me. He arrived when he said he would arrive and did the work we agreed upon."
"I requested a quote from a few professionals that were recommended through the Home Advisor website. Robert’s Tree Service responded to my request within sixty seconds. It was after four thirty in the evening when we spoke yet he agreed to come by that same day to look at the job. He gave me his estimate within ten minutes. The job was “weather dependent” and when the day came i doubted he would be able to do it. Shockingly he came out as agreed and had the job finished by the time i got home. His promptness and professionalism are top tier. 100 out of 100 recommend this company"
"They did a great job trimming the tree and at a very reasonable price, but unfortunately the vehicle they used for the job left large motor oil stains on my concrete driveway."
"Chris was excellent! I highly recommend. We had a problem with our front door, literally for years. It continued to get worse and worse until it became a real problem. Chris and I diagnosed the problem, and Chris fixed it beautifully. It is such a pleasure to have our door work as it did when it was installed. He was prompt and went above and beyond. I will definbitely utilize Chris in the future"
"They did an excellent job installing a brick patio and planter for a very reasonable price. They came when they said they would and did the job in in a very short time frame because they have the proper equipment and sufficient skilled workers who work together efficiently and in harmony to produce a beautiful result. The owner Jason is a very nice person, easy to work with, planning for the project and producing the expected final result."
No, you cannot plant a tree above a gas line. Tree roots grow and spread over time and can sometimes dent, crack, or penetrate a gas line. Those same roots may also cause accessibility problems for maintenance or repairs. You can generally plant vegetation with non-invasive root systems, low-growing vegetation, and flower beds near gas lines.
You can start your search for a reputable arborist online by looking for professionals who hold the proper licensing and are fully insured. Next, read through some online reviews to see what kind of service the expert brings to the table, and confirm that they don’t have a history of complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Finally, you can ask the professional for a list of references and then call them to ask questions about the service, professionalism, value, and more that the expert brings to the table.
It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting.
On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.
The cost of professional tree trimming averages $460, with a typical range between $200 and $760. However, prices can be as low as $75 or as high as $1,800 depending on several factors. The size and type of the tree are major cost drivers; for example, trimming Crepe Myrtle trees costs an average of $80 to $400, while trimming giant pine trees can range from $200 to $1,800. Other factors that influence the price include the time of year, as services are often more costly in the spring. The tree's accessibility and your location also play a role, as a remote or hard-to-reach tree may increase the cost. Some professionals may offer a discount if you have multiple trees to trim.
If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees.
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