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Questions to ask your tree service company

11/24/2018

Finding a good tree service company in Asheville, North Carolina can be difficult. You need to find a business that has the right qualifications, references, insurance and is still affordable. As you search the area for a qualified provider, consider the following questions to pose to those businesses you are contemplating.

How Long Will This Job Take and How Much Will It Be?

Each good tree service company will have a backlog of work to complete before they can do your job. This is a good sign that they are in demand. However, you will want to balance this asset with your need to have the job done within a certain timeframe. However, it would be best to not rush and go with a tree service company that can do the job within a week. Most good tree service contractors are weeks or even a month or two out. Additionally, always get the estimate in writing, which should detail the work to be performed, equipment used, and time it will take to complete the job once started. There are unscrupulous companies that will fell a tree only to leave it on the ground for weeks and even months.

What Are Their Credentials?

The tree service industry has a number of associations/societies that most professional tree companies will be a member of. These include the International Arborist Societ (ISA) and the Tree Care Industry Association. These organizations provide credentials to tree service companies as well as continuing education opportunities. Always ask the tree service company you are considering about their credentials and memberships.

What References Can You Provide?

Every quality tree care company should be able to provide you with past customer references. These references should be for work similar to what you are considering and timely, in that they should be no older than three months old. Further, while not a question to ask, check tree service company's online reviews with organizations such as the BBB, Yelp, Facebook, and Google. Each of these internet sources is good for getting an overall sense of their customer service and work quality.

If you follow these suggestions, you should be able to weed out companies that are lacking with regard to these criteria as well as help you narrow down the better companies in the area. Also, don't always go with the cheapest bid as it may be a sign that the business doesn't do quality work or is otherwise taking shortcuts on your job. Regardless the size of your job, whether it be a large tree removal or just a small tree trimming project, don't take shortcuts in doing your homework in selecting a quality tree care business.

3 Steps in Tree Felling & Things to Watch Out For

10/31/2018

Tree felling is a complex process that cannot be done by everyone. Cutting trees requires legal permission and cannot be done without assistance. Moreover, there are specific protocols to be followed to maximize quality work and maintain security

Six Steps for Efficient Tree Felling

Plan the Whole Project - The entire team must be on a single page of what the options are and what the contingencies are. There must be a team collaboration so that the flaws and mistakes can be discussed right at the moment of inception.
Anticipate the Fall - While this part requires tons of experience, it is crucial. Knowing when and where the tree will fall, can significantly reduce the chances of accidents. It also makes the process efficient.
Start Pruning the Trunk - If you know where the fall should be, then it becomes clear for the expert which branches and limbs should be trimmed. We need to remove the ones that will obstruct the fall or may alter the path of the fall.
Establish the Type of Cut Needed - The objective is to make sure the tree falls according to the anticipation so that it could easily retreat. This is why, after the above step we need to gauge the kind of cut which is to be made.
Check if there are Diseases - Even though there are some diseases which are hard to notice, you can always get the clue from more apparent signs of dead wood.
Use the Right Tools - Using the right equipment can make the job easier which otherwise would become tedious and counterproductive.

Three Danger Involved in Tree Felling

Power Lines and Cables - This is the first thing professional tree service provider checks for. Hanging and buried cables are a danger especially in tree felling and stump removal. To deal with this cautiously, cables should be treated like live wires.
Compromise in Equipment - Arborists should never compromise on the quality of the tools used. They make the work efficient and improve accuracy. Without the right tools, there are chances of accidents.
Wood Decay - Tree cutting involves climbing branches to reach higher canopies If the branches are decayed or dead from inside, an amateur could climb on the rotten branch and hurt themselves or others. This is because the decay is not always visible and it takes a skilled worker to identify the decay and avoid it.

Only a professional tree removal service in Asheville, NC should fell a large tree. If you have any questions, please contact us for more information.

Hiring a Tree service company

9/11/2018

There are a number of factors you should consider the next time you hire a professional tree service in Asheville, NC. Below are the top areas you should factor into your research and decision.

Is the tree service company licensed and insured? They should be licensed to run a business in the state of North Caroline; and, they should be fully insured, which means both liability insurance that would cover damage to your property during the performance of their tree work and insurance to cover their employees if one or more of them should sustain an accident while on your property. The latter insurance is called workers compensation and is critical to protect you, as the property owner, while they work on your property. Otherwise, if someone has an accident on your property, your own homeowner's insurance policy will need to cover the expenses.
Does the tree service company hold the proper credentials and qualifications. These credentials include membership (and even certificates) from industry recognized tree care associations, such as the Tree Care Industry Association and the International Arborist Society. Further, an accreditation with the Asheville Better Business Bureau is also a good thing to check for each tree company you consider.
Do they provide you with a written estimate and details all the work to be performed? A written estimate is a must in any home-based services. Some companies will inflate their price after the job is complete when no written estimate was provided beforehand. Always get a written estimate prior to agreeing to the work.
Did you get at least 3 estimates and compare them carefully? Always get at least three estimates so you can meet and evaluate each company. Further, all the estimates may not be the same, offering the exact services. Therefore, always compare and contrast the estimates to ensure you are looking at apples-to-apples.
Did you check references? Always ask for current references. Current means within the last 1-3 months months - older references may not be relevant. Further online sources, such as Facebook, Yelp, Google, etc. will help you further evaluate your options.

Regardless of what level of tree service work you need performed, from tree removal to tree trimming, always follow these guidelines when selecting a tree service company in Asheville NC.