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Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc.

Tree Service, Tree Trimming, Tree Stump Removal,

About us

We offer 10% descount for Active military personnel and Senior. Our company works for business and residential customers, we accept all credit cards, also we have an certified Arborist "Tom Carroll''

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
31 years of experience

Services we offer

Pruning, and storm damage., crown reduction, lot clearing, tree and stump removal, trimming

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.56 Reviews
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5
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Showing 1-6 of 6 reviews
Raymond T.
Jul 2022
2.0
$1,600
The tree part went fine. the stump grounding part I am still waiting on. I paid cash for both jobs, was told that the grounder was out but they would have a new one by the following week. That was two weeks ago. I call but have not had any one return my calls. I know that both Steve and Tom are navy vets as a 25 year navy man myself i know they under the values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. So come on guys Honor your contract, Lets get this last part (ground the stump) done and move on. Thanks

Scott C.
Sep 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Excellent job. Received competitive quote for both raising tree canopy / trimming and tree removal for a tall pine next to a house. Will definitely use this company again.

Scott C.
Mar 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Excellent experience with Poor Folks. Received a competitive quote and they were happy to give me a quote containing three different options (tree removal, raise canopy, individual limbs). When the crew showed up they quickly took care of the job (made difficult due to the tree's location next to the house) in a safe and efficient manner. Good communication with the team's supervisor and he made sure everything went well. Clean up was thorough. Recently, we have been through an extremely rainy year and they have a lot of work backed up so please keep this in mind and try to plan ahead. I'll use this company again.

Q J F.
Oct 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
They came and gave us a reasonable estimate. The time frame for the work was agreed but they actually came out sooner than anticipated. Within about 1 hour they had the limbs down, carried the brush away, carried the wood to my wood pile and cleaned up the area. Great job, nice crew - I will use them again.

Duncan T.
May 2016
1.0
$150
Let me put this in context.  I have used this company on two separate occasions and their work was good.  However, in summer 2015, and on my recommendation, my neighbor contracted Poor Folk's Tree service to remove some trees and limbs.   I approached the foreman and since they were there asked if they would take down a limb on a tree in my yard.  It was at the end of a hot day and stupidly I paid a representative $150 in advance because I thought there was a level of trust.  They have never completed the job nor responded to a phone voice mail when I enquired about when the job was to be completed.  Suffice to say i will not be using them again.
 

Michael W.
Mar 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$975
unknown

Janet A.
Feb 2016
1.0
Contractor did not show or call to reschedule.  I have NO tolerance for no shows.  I can appreciate that things come up in a business, but there is no excuse for not calling to reschedule. This job would have been in the $3000 range, but I guess they don't need the business.

William P.
Oct 2015
1.0
$400
Get your proposal in writing.  I was quoted $400 by the crew working another job down the street to cut down a tree in my yard.  When they didn't arrive Tues afternoon, as planned, I went down to check on things and give them my cell number.  The owner happened to be there and said they would get to it Weds AM.  Didn't happen.  On Thursday morning, I saw the owner again down the street.  He said he could not remove the tree for $400, as previously agreed, but could for $800.  A handshake isn't what it used to be.

Scott W.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
They were on time in the morning and did everything including girding the stump under two hours! They were professional and cleaned up after them selves.

Sara B.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I honestly can't remember the price but I called several tree guys and was most comfortable with Tom.  You could tell he knew what he was doing and was very professional.  He worked with us and helped us decide what our options were.  In the end he got the job done in the time frame he said he would.  I would definitely recommend Tom and I have done just that.  A++

Deborah H.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$225
He gave me a great price, his workers were very courteous, and he fit me in the same day.

Daniel S.
Feb 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
Poor Folks Tree service removed a tree tucked tightly between my house and my neighbors.  They did a fantastic job safely bringing the tree down without harming either houses.  They were courteous, professional, and timely.  I give them my highest recommendation.

Clifton A.
Dec 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
unknown

LELAND S.
Nov 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I have used them going on three years now, they are wonderful and do great work! They clean up after themselves, the limbs that they cut down, they will cut it up into firewood and stack it where I ant it,

Shirley D.
Oct 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$275
It went very well. They are very good. They offer a better price than most of other businesses. They are very efficient and polite.

Ed E.
Aug 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
All went well. The job was performed on time and quickly. A thorough clean up was conducted. I have used Poor Folks a number of times previously and they have always done quality work.

John O.
Jul 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
unknown

Brenda F.
Jun 2014
2.0
$1,100
Did not use

Aubrey J.
Apr 2014
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
unknown

Ernie C.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$950
Hard workers. fast work and very thorough. They cleaned and chipped as they went. they came back last evening to finish grinding stumps. Blew chips and brush from driveway and lawn when complete.
I was impressed. In Navy terms BZ!!!

Michael O.
Jun 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Very well. It was quick and thorough.

Paul D.
Apr 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,500
The crew was very hard working. The company has all the needed equipment. The trees were removed without damaging the house or the lawn. I have a couple minor quibbles though. They said they filled in holes left by falling segments of trunk with topsoil, when what they actually did was fill them with mulch and sprinkle an inch of topsoil over that. They said they needed payment 1/2 as a check and 1/2 as credit card (as opposed to 100% credit card) because and quot;checks clear faster than credit cards,and quot; but the credit charge posted days before the check (and it doesn't really make sense anyway). These weren't big deals, and I will use their services again, but I think they could have been a little more forthright about these things.

Brad R.
Jun 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Everything was wonderful. The owner Tom was extremely knowledgeable. He's very professional and everything went smoothly. It was reasonable. I recommend him.

Douglas S.
May 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
They were very good. They were exceptionally careful with the large trees. They were careful with how they moved their large machines. The clean up was exceptional. I felt like the price was very good for the quality of work. They were very responsive to our call. We heard about them in the newspaper and they got back to us quickly. We have used them again, and will continue to use them.

Pamela N.
Apr 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200
They did a really great job. We had a huge storm come through and they got out here in a timely manner. They were very busy during that time. They were professional and the guys clearly knew what they were doing. They worked really hard. It was very impressive. We paid $2,000 for the first service and $1,200 last August. They were fast and cleaned up. They were terrific.

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FAQ

Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. offers free project estimates.
No, Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. offers emergency services.
No, Poor Folks Tree Service, Inc. does not offer warranties.

Contact Information

101 S First Colonial Rd, Ste 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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