Has anyone had a tree removed from their property by a service? Any tips? Rough estimate?

2018-08-17T00:38:16-04:00

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 17 at 2018 1:53 AM

2018-08-17T01:53:05-04:00

LT Brad McInnis respectfully, too vague. Too many questions need to be answered before anyone could give a reasonable rough estimate. Where do you live? How big is the tree? Any power lines to be negotiated? Any structures (houses, sheds, etc) to be negotiated? Do you just want it taken down, or removed from the property? Do you want the stump removed?

Do you not have/know how to use a chainsaw? A good tip though, if you live near a zoo, contact them. Many zoos with elephants and rhinos feed them trees and have staff members dedicated to locating suitable trees for consumption. No guarantee, but as I’ve donated several trees that I’ve taken down on my property to a local zoo for that purpose, it’s a possibility.

Best of luck

Response by SSG James Bloodworth made Aug 17 at 2018 2:00 AM

2018-08-17T02:00:08-04:00

What area are you in and what kind of tree? Also how big is it?

Response by PO3 Phyllis Maynard made Aug 17 at 2018 3:35 AM

2018-08-17T03:35:17-04:00

LT Brad McInnis there is 1 very important consideration. Choose a contractor or company with the proper credentials to give you an estimate because you want to avoid being ripped off, suffering property damage, and permit violations. As the homeowner, unless you choose to do so, you don't want to move stumps, fill in holes, etc., what I would want is a qualified professional to do a turnkey job.

How do you find a qualified professional? Going online and finding someone through Home Advisor and Thumbtack can be good vehicles to use. I have had outstanding experiences and I am in court with one contractor who turned out to be horrible. Going through your Chamber of Commerce to see who is a member can be a good vehicle because the business chose to be include in the county listing of businesses. You can do a Google search for your area to get a list of professionals.

Make sure they will make the proper inquiries to ensure 811 does not have to be called to check out underground wiring, to make sure there is not some kind of permit needed, etc. I would prefer not to cut corners and find a bargain dealer because these "jack legs" have nothing to lose and once your money is gone so are many of them. Cutting corners will cost you major in the end. But if the professionals have proper credentials you are protected because you have recourse in case of mess ups.

As a homeowner, my insurance company, my realtor, and my neighbors emphasized this.