Hiring a Tree Trimmer

If you have an elderly parent - now's a good time to talk with them about consulting you before they hire a tree trimmer - or any company. There's an organization called the "Tree Care Industry Association".

Monday, May 12th 2008, 6:55 pm

By: News 9


If you have an elderly parent - now's a good time to talk with them about consulting you before they hire a tree trimmer - or any company.


There's an organization called the "Tree Care Industry Association".  Here are their tips which you may find helpful:

Disreputable companies tend to:

Solicit work door-to-door.
Demand payment in advance.
Advertise topping and low prices in yellow pages.
Sell jobs without producing a written estimate or work order.

Check for the following before you hire a company:

Ask for copies of current, valid certificates of insurance.
Local references allow you to measure the company's abilities and professionalism.
Get a detailed written estimate of the work needed and the cost.
Verify professional affiliations the company might have, such as membership in Tree Care Industry Association (1-800-733-2622) or International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
Get a second opinion if it will add to your comfort level.
Make sure that a complete diagnosis of the potential for tree failure is performed before a tree is removed.

 

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