Summer is almost here. That means the race is on amongst neighbors in Sheboygan County who want to ensure their yards and big, beautiful trees look their absolute best. If you’re feeling the pressure to keep up with the Joneses, the smartest thing you can do right now is call a tree service professional. After all, we know where to cut, when, and how much — plus, it sure beats doing it yourself.
Before you hop on the phone or look up “tree service near me” on the internet, be mindful of who you’re calling. In other words, don’t just hire any tree guy who agrees to come take a look at your property. Make sure they can answer these six questions first.
Ask These Six Questions Before Hiring a Tree Service Professional
Not all tree service professionals are cut from the same cloth. Some are as good as they say they are and back those words up with quality work. Others aren’t worth the price they paid for that worn-out chainsaw and rickety ladder.
Trust us when we say it can be difficult to tell the difference at first glance … but these six questions will help!
1. What’s your plan?
A tree service professional with a plan of attack for whatever tree issue you have (stump grinding, tree removal, tree pruning, etc.) is worth their weight in gold. They should be able to assess the situation quickly and communicate their plan to you clearly — before they start any work. They should also be willing to provide you with options.
2. Who are you working with?
The last thing you want is for a tree service professional to show up alone. This is when accidents happen, and even if there isn’t an accident or injury, it will probably take them forever to complete the job and clean up afterward if they’re working solo. A reputable tree service professional always has a team with them, even if that team is just one other person on site.
3. What equipment are you using?
Tree services require a wide range of tools, machines, and safety equipment, and whomever you’re interested in hiring should be able to quickly show you exactly what they’ll use to get the job done. Your tree guy might need a lift to reach a tall tree, a stump grinder, and, at a minimum, plenty of safety ropes and harnesses.
4. Do you only work with trees?
This may seem like an odd question to ask, but there are benefits to working with someone who specializes in tree services. Clean Edge Tree Service in Wisconsin only works on trees, which means we are 100% focused and are masters at our craft because we don’t have any additional services (landscaping, irrigation, etc.) pulling us in different directions.
5. May I see your proof of insurance?
It is an absolute must that the person working on your property is adequately insured with general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. This insurance is designed to protect you and them should anything go wrong during the job. If not, injury or property damage could fall squarely on your shoulders as the homeowner.
6. How often do you handle these types of tree issues?
Some tree services are complex and can range from cutting down an 80-foot tree to providing emergency tree services at night. Therefore, it’s good to know before hiring a tree service professional if they’ve done this kind of work. Review their website for pictures and descriptions that match your tree request, and don’t be afraid to ask them in person.
We know you have plenty of options for tree care and maintenance, but that doesn’t mean everyone is the right fit for your needs.
Call Clean Edge Tree Service Today!
Clean Edge Tree Service Wisconsin is your residential and commercial tree removal and 24-7 storm clean-up pro in Sheboygan County and surrounding areas. We are family-owned and operated by arborists who have deep personal roots in this community, which means we have the equipment and experience to tackle any tree project you throw our way safely and efficiently.
Do you need to trim a few branches or remove a stump? We do that. Did your tree fall over in a storm? We’ll be there for whatever emergency storm clean-up needs you have. Call Clean Edge Tree Service today!
