Very large tree removal, spanning 3 properties and Hydro lines!
Very professional, highly recommended, and a great price too!
- We had a century old ash tree in the back yard that had unfortunately been the victim of the emerald ash borer bug and had died. Recently. the city gave us a compliance order that the tree had to be removed within 3 weeks; if not, the city would hire someone to do it and bill us! When I asked how much that would cost, they said they would contract Davey Tree to do the removal.
We had previously been given a quote by Davey Tree for over $8,000 for the removal (+ the city would add administrative fees), so we started looking for estimates from other arborists to do the job. Many could not do the job because there were hydro lines running through the limbs. After numerous estimates, we settled on Forest Hills Forestry. Their quote was a little less than 1/3 that of Davey Tree!!! Forest Hill Forestry were certified for work around hydro lines and provided proof of their insurance; which was important, as the large tree spanned 3 properties with outbuildings directly below some of the large trunk sections.
They were busy, but understood our urgency re: the city order, and managed to book the job before our deadline. On the day, the crew were prompt and very professional! To save even more money, we had opted to clear all the debris ourselves. The crew cut the tree into manageable sized pieces, they were very careful about our neighbours' properties. They were quick, friendly and explained everything they were doing.
-->> Recommend them very highly!!! <<--
Makes me wonder why the city would give the work to Davey Tree, especially at their prices!?
- Approximate cost of services:
- $2,400.00