How much should I pay for a good tree trimming job?
A. As in most other purchases, you’ll get what you pay for. If you get more than one estimate you may find prices will vary greatly. I have had customers tell me that they can get the work done for a lot less than I would need to do the job. If you pay half price, you’ll only get half of your tree trimmed. Usually it’s the lower half. When the top of the tree is neglected storm damage is just down the road. The bottom line is…if you’re “saving” 50%, the cut-rate tree service is going to spend 50% less time in your tree. Having it done thoroughly and less often is going to save you money even though the initial investment may cost a little more. Q. What liabilities do I have when my trees are being trimmed? A. If you hire a fully insured tree service, you don’t have any. Tree trimming is dangerous work, and you need to protect yourself against liabilities. Always ask to see a current insurance certificate before the work begins. Many trimmers will tell you that they are insured when, in
