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Some of our more frequently questions…
Why Should I Get My Trees Trimmed?
There are a number of reasons why this is an important service to stay current with but the main focus is preventing damage to your home. Growing limbs will tear at the shingles and overhanging branches can fall on your roof. It’s also the best thing to do for the health of the tree.
Do I Need a Professional to Take Care of my Tree Removal?
Tree removal work is not the type of project you should attempt to DIY. There are too many safety risks and concerns with potential property damage or personal injury. Let a trained and experienced expert with the right equipment take care of the job for you.
What's the Tree Removal Process?
There are many more steps than what we’re including in this condensed answer. Simply put, we assess the tree in order to determine the condition and which way it should come down. We use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques and then put them to work for us. Using the undercut and the back cut are instrumental in the success of a safely completed job.
Why Should a Tree Company Have Insurance?
You should only work with a company that has insurance coverage so you can protect yourself. Insurance protects against injury, damage, and ensures that you don’t get help financially liable for any problems that develop.
Is Stump Grinding Necessary?
While not usually required, stump grinding is often a good idea. Neglected stumps can grow, become a home for pests, and get in the way when mowing or landscaping. Other methods, such as using harsh chemicals to try to kill it, usually prove ineffective.
Do I Need a Permit to Remove a Tree Myself?
Although it varies from county to county, in most cases, you do require a permit to remove a tree. This is why it is better to trust a licensed tree care company to provide tree removal services, safely and efficiently. They retain the proper tools, equipment, and training to carry out a safe and professional project in a convenient time frame.
How Long Does Tree Care Work Take? When Can You Start?
It depends on the job. We respond to emergency requests first and then schedule other appointments on a first-come-first serve basis.
A tree removal can take a few days or as much as a week. We outline all timelines during your initial estimate request, and have backups of all equipment (including cranes) to ensure that there are no unforeseeable delays or malfunctions.
What Should I Look for In a Tree Care Service Company in Jacksonville?
Priority number should be looking for a tree care service that is licensed, insured and carries workers compensation. Why? Because tree care and removal is very dangerous work and you don’t want to be held liable for injuries on the job. Always ask for up-to-date copies of each of these documents.
DO NOT trust people going door-to-door promising low prices with no credentials. A simple injury can lead to a lawsuit that will take money right out of your pocket, and that’s a risk no one should take.
Then, look for companies with a strong reputation online. You can do this by checking online reviews, etc.