Do you need a tree removed but aren’t sure where to start? You want to choose a professional company that will provide excellent services and customer care. Today, we are sharing some tips on how to vet local tree removal companies. By asking these five questions, you will have a full picture of a company’s services to be able to determine if they are the right one for you!
How to Vet Local Tree Removal Companies
- Licensed, Insured, & Bonded
Unfortunately, accidents can happen. The last thing you want is to be responsible for an accident or injury. That is why the first question you should ask your local tree removal companies is if they are fully licensed, insured, and bonded.
2. Safety Practices
Obviously, no one wants accidents to happen! The next question on your list should be about their safety practices. Are their tree climbers trained in safe climbing, safe drop zone areas, branch tie-offs, and safe cabling practices? We recommend that you dive into their website to see which safety procedures they specify, as well as provide a list of questions for the project manager to answer.
3. Credentials
Your local tree removal companies should have an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certified arborist. If they do not, you should move on. Additionally, depending on what type of tree removal you need, you may want to check for other credentials.
4. Full Estimate
Are they willing to provide a complete quote? A detailed quote should include:
- Time frame for project completion
- Equipment used
- Damage and repair policies
- Clean up policies
- Price estimate–including material removal
- Other (noise policies, planning requirements, environmental requirements, etc.)
5. References
Are they willing to provide references for their services? We recommend asking for recent references. Additionally, check out their testimonials and reviews.
North Texas Trees
North Texas Trees is a tree care service that has served the Dallas area for over 30 years. We staff highly trained and experienced certified arborists to provide you with the highest quality service. We are fully licensed, insured, and bonded and take our safety practices very seriously to give you peace of mind and to keep our team safe. Whether you need tree removal, pruning, cabling, fertilization, and more, we are here to help! Give us a call today for a quote!