Top 8 Tree Services in Elma, WA
Top questions to ask before hiring a tree service
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Elma Tree Services
DO NOT LET RODNEY INTO YOUR HOME. I WISH I COULD GIVE THIS A NEGATIVE RATING. Rodney Crow was a terrible contractor. He ruined $4000 of carpet and installed an entire lvp floor poorly (visually) and incorrectly voiding the warranty. He worked while we w...
Rodney Crow lied about the price of the project. Call he didn’t come on site to see if the project was possible didn’t do an inspection. When he came to do the project he required $500 cash before he started the project. Then as he’s doing the project he ...
Did a great job, fair price, good communication as we were assessing and scheduling the work
Great service, good equipment, quick to schedule, affordable! Recommended!
Everything You Need to Know About Elma Tree Services
I have Tree Services work that I need done in Elma. What should my budget be?
Our data on recent tree service projects in Elma shows that larger tree services projects in city are often upwards of $0.00. However, this price depends on a number of factors. Cost can increase or decrease based on any/all of the following:
- Location: tree services travel time may factor into the budget.
- Cost of materials. This is an important factor of your tree services project budget. You can purchase materials yourself, but remember that your tree service professional maybe be able to leverage relationships with other companies to save on material costs.
- Company ratings: Highly-rated tree services tend to be more expensive. Decide what balance between ratings and cost is right for you.
As always, every project is different and you should contact multiple tree services throughout Elma to ensure your project is done right.
How does invoicing/payment work for most Tree Service projects in Elma?
Every project differs, but you should ask any tree service for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any tree services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for tree services to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your tree service project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the tree service to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
What should I check for once my Tree Service in Elma has finished working?
Every tree services project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any tree services company has told you they've finished the job:
- Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with tree services work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
- Ask the tree service to describe what they did. Whether your tree services project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
- Compare the description provided on your tree services project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
- Request that the tree service do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.