Finding the Right Tree Service

Trees are some of the most beautiful things in the world. They grow with very little help. They have been around for centuries.  They give much needed shade and protection in the summer.  They add beauty and value to a home. But, sometimes those trees become problematic.

The growing pattern of trees is unpredictable; they grow without any regard to your power lines, the foundation of your home, or your roof.  It would almost seem, if I didn’t know better, they grow this way on purpose.  Storms with high wind, heavy snow, or torrential rain, also wreak havoc on those trees. So, what is the solution? A tree service.

The power company will come out, and trim trees that fall across power lines, or are growing into power lines. But they only trim the power line part, leaving a weird lopsided tree. Now, it isn’t the power companies’ responsibility to make sure your tree is lovely, that is your responsibility, they only need to protect their lines.  But hiring a tree service will keep the power company out of your yard and away from your trees.

A tree service has all of the proper equipment to deal with any size tree. With cranes, lifts, saws and insurance, they have the ability to trim your tree without you falling to the ground concussed.  They also know what part to trim. You can save an old or diseased tree by only trimming the part that is dead.  They know how short to cut the braches, and ways to do it so that when the tree grows again, it is in some semblance of a pattern.

When looking for a tree service, there are some things to remember. Just any kid out of the classified ads won’t do.  You need to make sure the contractor is licensed and insured.  You will need to make sure that the people working in your yard and on your trees have the proper training. That is right; there is training for tree cutters.  It teaches them how to cut trees, and exactly what a tree will need without damaging them.

Ask around as well, your neighbors can give you an idea of who did their tree trimming, and if they look good or not. 

Finally, get about three quotes. Comparing one tree service Seattle to another is good, and the pricing may be different for each. Remember however, that the least expensive guy may not be the most qualified guy.