Did you know that tree removal can prevent property damage? A diseased or damaged tree is just as heavy as a healthy tree, other than being structurally unsound. A falling tree can cause severe damage to your house, car, or property.

Contacting a tree removal company can prevent this from happening, saving you plenty of money in the long run. However, you need to be sure you choose the correct tree removal services.

That’s why we’ve compiled this list for you! By asking the questions below, you can be certain that you’ve chosen the perfect company.

Questions to Ask Your Tree Removal Company

If you’ve never hired a tree removal company, you may have so many questions that you don’t know where to start. These questions will give you a starting point.

Once you’ve gone over this list, you can add your own personal questions. Between this list and your own questions, you’ll have a personal checklist to make sure you know which tree removal company to go to.

1. Is There a Certified Arborist on Staff?

There are many reasons why you should make sure you work with a certified arborist.

The biggest reason you should work with a certified arborist is that certified arborists know trees. If you’re unsure whether your tree should be removed or simply pruned, you can consult with an arborist. If you need to clear away extra debris, they know how to do it.

In addition, the advice you can get from a certified arborist is invaluable. They can make suggestions on how to take care of your trees in the future or which ones will eventually need removal. They can also come up with the best plan to remove trees from your property.

2. How Long Will Tree Removal Take?

Timing is crucial when it comes to removing trees. Sometimes you need your trees removed urgently and don’t have time to wait. Knowing how long it will take also helps you form a plan.

Most tree removal services can have your tree removed in about a day. For complicated removals or land clearings, it will likely take multiple days.

This is assuming that everything will go according to plan. You never know when a large storm could hit and throw everything off track.

Regardless of how smoothly the plan goes, knowing how long it should take helps you work out other details.

3. Can You Give a Cost Estimate, Fees Included?

Being able to get an estimate for professional tree removal from a specific company will help you to choose the best one for your needs. Ideally, any cost estimates you receive will be given as a free quote.

A proper estimation of costs will include any fees that the company may charge. If a company cannot provide a cost estimate to you, they are likely not the right fit for you.

Knowing how much a company will charge gives you the opportunity to check if they fit your budget.

4. Can You Provide References?

Getting a list of past clients will provide you with the opportunity to fully vet the company and see if they are as trustworthy as they claim. If you are provided with references, make sure you contact each client.

Ask them what the tree removal company did and if they are satisfied with the result. Would they recommend the company to you? If so, why?

These are important questions to ask. Getting references from previous clients are more reliable than looking at online reviews. This is likely the best chance you’ll have to get the answers you need.

5. Do You Provide Debris Cleanup?

The process of tree removal often leaves a lot of debris in the yard, such as tree branches. Ideally, you should be left with a completely clean yard after the tree removal has been completed. Ask if they will remove the debris or if that’s something you need to do yourself and plan accordingly.

If they do remove debris, sometimes they will turn the debris into mulch or cut the branches into wood and stack them. This is usually for an extra fee, but if you need the materials, then it is absolutely worth it.

6. How Will You Protect My Property?

Protecting your property is a high priority. After all, preventing property damage may be the reason why you’re removing trees in the first place. Find out what precautions the company has to prevent damage to your property.

Property protection can fall in a few different categories. It could be preventing damage to your home or landscaping through falling branches. It could be ruts in your yard from vehicles used during the process of tree removal.

Accidents happen, but having a plan in place will help cut down on them. If property damage does occur, then the insurance company will likely cover the costs.

7. How Will You Do the Job?

When looking for a company to remove your trees, ask each company how they would do the removal. Asking about a company’s approach gives you a perfect view into if they’re a good fit for your needs.

Asking this question also helps weed out companies that don’t know what they are doing. Check for companies who have a drastically different answer from the others – it could be a red flag.

Get a Personalized Quote

Now that you know what questions to ask your tree removal company, you’re ready to find the perfect company to match your needs. There’s just one thing – you’ve already found it!

You can send your questions to us or any special requests through filling out the contact form. You can even get a personalized quote by filling out the contact form or using the other ways to contact us.

Reach out to us today to start the process of receiving tree removal services – you won’t regret it!