Tree removal is a dangerous business that requires specialized equipment and highly trained individuals.
A professional arborist can perform a thorough inspection of the damaged / problem tree to determine if it needs to be removed. Before hiring a contractor, review the following tips to make sure you are making the best decision for both yourself and your tree.
Removal should be a Last Resort
In many cases, removal should be the last resort. Well-cared for trees not only add value and beautify your property, but also support the local ecology.
Not all tree workers are specialists or certified arborists, so a contractor with a truck and chainsaw may recommend removal for each problem when other tree service Green Bay are available.
Tree specialists can often diagnose and treat many problems that would otherwise require cutting down the tree.
Professional Tree Removal Contractors
Compare apples to apples when hiring a contractor. There is more than one way to fell a tree and costs can vary accordingly. Professional arborists are extensively trained to remove trees efficiently and without damaging the garden, house, or neighbouring trees.
Depending on the location and type of tree, removal can often be a complicated and consequently expensive task. If a business simply cuts the tree down at the base and lets it fall freely, the cost will be less, but the potential damage to your property will be greater.
After severe storms, there may be a high demand for qualified tree professionals to perform tree removal Green Bay WI or felling damaged limbs. Beware of people going door-to-door offering tree work, as certified arborists and other certified foresters do not practice this.
Hiring a tree professional who closely follows industry safety standards will help protect you and your assets.
Regulations Regarding Tree Removal
Green trees, bureaucracy. While a tree is part of one's property, the decision to remove a tree is not always entirely up to the owner. Cities and counties can regulate tree removal Green Bay, often requiring inspections and permits before a tree can be removed.
Homeowners associations can also insist on approving all moves. Reputable tree service companies will help homeowners obtain the necessary permits and coordinate a timetable for removal.
Stump and Lumber Removal
Professional forestry companies should remove the stump, keeping your yard free of a long-standing eyesore. When you get a quote, double check to make sure stump removal is included in the cost.
Most companies also offer homeowners various options when it comes to wood. The tree service Green Bay WI can be cut to a size appropriate for page the firewood left to the owner, or the wood can be fed through a chipper on site.
Ask your professional about the different options and associated costs.
Trees on a Neighbour’s Property
When a branch or tree falls, it can sadly damage more than just the owner's property. If you are concerned that a neighbour’s tree represents a hazard, experts recommend requesting by certified letter that the tree should be removed.