Considerate Tree Care Inc

Joe was very professional and pleasant to deal with. The job entailed removing two rather large queen palms from my backyard. It was a bit tricky due to the close proximity of the trees to my kitchen overhead windows. Prior tree trimmers (other companies) had dropped debris from the trees while trimming and cracked the overhead windows - so this was not an easy job as the trees where about one foot away from the windows. Joe and crew arrived on time and everything came off beautifully. The trees are gone - the crew removed all of the debris - and our view of the backyard from inside the kitchen is no longer blocked by the huge trees. Joe was very competitive and polite. I highly recommend Considerate Tree Care. Thanks Joe!

I wish that I could give Considerate Tree Care an A+ (your rating scale only goes up to A)! Joseph's care for my trees started before his company did the actual work. Our huge Chinese Flame tree was trying to push over a concrete block retaining wall into the neighbor's yard, and we were afraid that the tree would have to be removed. After eliminating the hazard of the leaning block wall, saving the tree was our primary concern. Of the companies that we called to look at the situation, only Joseph assured us that the tree could indeed be saved, and he had ideas about how that could be done. He did not charge for his initial visit, and also offered to come back again, also without charge, if we needed any further consultation as work progressed. Once we dealt with the retaining wall problem according to his suggestions, we called him back for long-overdue trimming of the trees. The Flame tree and Jacaranda are now the most gorgeous trees in Lemon Grove! Joseph and his crew did the entire job with hand tools - no chain saws here. Their artistry and sensitivity produced beautifully-shaped trees, drastically reduced the weight of overgrown branches, and removed lots of dead wood. It is now a pleasure to see the beautiful branch structures of these trees silhouetted against clear skies. The thing that we feel sets Joseph apart from - and above - other tree care specialists we have encountered is his genuine care for and deep knowledge of trees. Saving our tree really mattered to him. And his wide range of practical expertise makes him a good problem-solver. The work was performed efficiently and as quickly as the job would allow, so as not to sacrifice quality. Clean-up was impressive, leaving both our property and the neighbors' pristine. We will definitely call Considerate Tree Care for all our future tree care needs, and enthusiastically recommend his service.

He was very easy to deal with. He came to view our trees within a couple of days of our initial contact and gave us an accurate estimate, we agreed upon a date for the work and he and his crew showed up on time and finished the job very efficiently. His crew were very polite and professional, and Joe is very easy to talk to and freely gave advice on the care of all our trees. Our neighbor was pleased with his improved views, and was impressed with the manner in which Joe directed the tree trimming, making sure the trees ended up looking natural and healthy.|Joe came back on another date, for free, to advise on how to apply fertilizer. We are very happy with his service and will have them back again to keep the trees trimmed.

Considerate Tree Care is very professional. They were the first to set up an inspection date, First to show up on time, and the lowest price of the other Major tree companies in San Diego. They also gave me the lowest price for the most work on a huge Tree covered in Ivy. Where other companies were scared to do the job, And were NOT going to do as much Work. Joe was not scared to get in the Tree or take on all of the work. The Job was finished on time, and on budget. job site was left cleaner than found. He and his crew did a very professional job, and I will use them again, over any other tree care co.

Absolutely great! Joe and his crew are wonderful. They were reliable, prompt and knew what they were doing. My trees have never been properly taken care of (the pruning that had been done before would be better described as butchering) and they were in really sad condition. Joe explained what needed to be done and why. He really had his work cut out for him (hahahaha). He did some hand holding with me as I was a little nervous about how much got trimmed, and he was absolutely right...now they look great. Joe stayed on the property, made sure his crew understood what needed to be done and that they did it properly. They worked quickly and cleaned up after themselves. He discussed the watering and fertilizing they required and recommended the irrigation be changed to support their water needs. I called an irrigation company and they came out to give me a bid. After waiting a couple of weeks to hear back from them, I got frustrated and called Joe to see if he would help, and he did. This was above and beyond his job of just getting my trees trimmed, and I really appreciated his help. He and the irrigation company worked together to get my trees taken care of. In short, if you want to work with a professional, personable, reliable and considerate arborist, call Joe Jonas of Considerate Tree Care. He is a terrific guy and I will be calling him again to maintain my trees. Considerate is a very accurate description of him and his company.

This report is for work last year, but this year i had another interaction with him, and so was motivated to write my overdue report. For the work in this report, Joe Jonas came by to inspect all my fruit trees and my pyrocanthus tree. Overall, the citrus trees (one lemon, 1 orange, 1 tangerine) needed pruning, and were yellowing. The pyrocanthus had some woolly aphids and the fig looked sad. He was very professional, and extremely knowledgeable. He came and did a great job pruning, and I also had him trim the tall palm trees which needed a cherry picker. All the work was expertly done. But what was really great was that he took the time to talk with me about the trees. For the figs, they are just getting old. But for the citrus, basically, I was not really feeding the trees, so it was no surprise to him that the they were yellowing. So he recommended Grow Pro and showed me how and where to distribute it. For the insects - the woolly aphids, and the black soot (aphids, white flies) I told him I did not want to do harsh chemicals if I could help it. And for this, he told me I could actually do it myself and just power wash the trees. The shock of the jet of water would kill the insects and not hurt the tree. I liked this idea so gave me advice on what powerwasher to get and I went to Home Depot and got one - electric, not gas, since I didn't want to deal with the gas. Joe was terrific because he came back by a week or so later and showed me how to use the powerwasher. Also pointed out that I should be careful because the jet of water can be quite dangerous. Powerwashing my pyrocanthus a few times was enough to get rid of my woolly aphids and keep my citrus happier. Now I do this every once in a while. I recently just called him again this summer 2013 because my orange tree had some ends of branches dying off, which seemed strange. He came by looked at the soil and thought that I was watering too much. And of course, he reminded me to keep fertilizing (which I had fallen down on the job). He didn't charge me for the consultation. Fortunately, the orange tree came back, but he lawn is a little less happy. Joe is really a great resource.

This was the third time I have called Considerate Tree Care out. I have been so impressed each time with Joe's expertise and professionalism. When I mentioned some concerns I had about the tree trimming, Joe and his crew came back promptly to address them. As in past visits, along with the tree trimmings they removed some plant debris I had created. I will not hesitate to call Considerate Tree Care again.

Joe came to my house and took the time to talk about the tree and how he would like to trim it. He arrived on time with his crew, a chipper, and a boom that he used to reach the high growth at the tips of the limbs. Joe took the time to make careful cuts, and my first impression came when I realized I was not hearing the roar of a chainsaw. The job actually took two days, and the tree is gorgeous! Very lacy and artistic looking. I had four bids for this job, and have no regrets for giving it to Joe. He did a fantastic job -- and as his company name says it all -- was very considerate. Thanks Joe!

It wet really well. Our trees had not been trimmed in a few years and they were butchered the last time they were trimmed. It was obvious from the start that Joe knew what he was doing. Joe came out and gave us a quote pretty quickly after we had phoned. The quote was more than fair and he gave us a discount for finding him through Angie's list which we appreciated. We were able to schedule the visit quickly and they were prompt in showing up. They were professional and courteous the whole time. He talked us through the process of what he thought needed to be done to groom our trees and ensure better growth in the future. He and his team were very skilled in trimming the trees and even talked to us about how they will look as they grow out. They were not at all in the way and made very little noise which amazed me since the trees are 20 feet high. They cleaned up after themselves and were great about answering any questions we had. I believe we have found our tree guy and will have them back next year.

Joe came to our house to assess the health of our chinaberry tree. We told him that it was a very important tree to us and our garden. He was professional and considerate of our tree all during the trimming process. Joe and his team asked my husband periodically during the trimming, if everything looked ok or did we want any other changes made. They cleaned up all of the debris afterwards. Our tree looks beautiful! Joe is the best!

All trimmed and cleaned with no damage to property.

Considerate Tree care was outstanding. I had the delicate task of convincing my neighbors to allow me to trim their trees to restore my view of the ocean. Joe arrived right on time for the estimate and spoke directly to the neighbors. He clearly knew his business was able to assure the neighbors that their trees were in good hands. As well, Joe was able to accommodate my need to have the job done immediately due to guests arriving mid-week. I knew how busy he was, but he went above and beyond to get it done when I needed it. On the day of the job, his crew arrived and, as Joe described it, worked meticulously to trim the trees. My neighbors reported to me that they were clean, courteous and professional. The crew even helped my 92 year old neighbor move some large items in his back yard. Again, above and beyond. The finish trees looked great. They were trimmed, rather than topped and look great from all angles. They were well formed and looked healthier than before. Joe pointed out other trees that had been only been "topped" in the neighborhood and the difference was dramatic between those jobs and Considerate Tree Care. Overall, I could not be happier. The cost was reasonable, the service was professional and Joe clearly knows his trees. Great Job and I highly recommend him!

Mr. Jonas contacted us promptly after we left a message. He explained his procedure re scheduling an appointment for an estimate and he called as promised. An appointment was scheduled for the following day. Mr. Jonas is personable and knowledgeable about his craft. He took time to determine exactly what shaping was desired for our ornamental hedges and examined the hedges' condition in order to recommend the best method for cutting. He also took time to determine the best styling for our tree to be trimmed. He even shared watering and fertilizing recommendations for other trees and plants in our yard. Mr. Jonas inspired confidence and if his estimate and our budget had not been in conflict, we probably would have hired him.

Joe is a knowledgeable professional who provides advice with a no-nonsense yet humorous manner. We would recommend him highly not only for tree consultation but other landscaping challenges that people may be facing.

The contact I had with Considerate Tree Care and Joe, the owner, was phenomenal - probably one of the best experiences I've ever had with a service provider. I left a message with Joe who got back to me right away. Even though he was busy, he came to view the job a couple of days later. He gave me a fair price and told me that I would be very pleased with his work. Yes, he was right! He is very knowledgeable and professional and knows his stuff. He was on time (even a little early!) and when his staff was finished they cleaned up completely and the trees looked amazing. He even, on his own dime, did a courtesy trim on the neighbors palm. Wow. I definitely recommend them and will use them again in the future.

Their prices are pretty high to trim my trees. It’s a house that was rented for 8 years and the tenants did not water them. So I lost 3 trees. So he gave a price to the property management for removing the trees and bringing in new trees. The price was $600 to remove the trees. The property manager got the gardener to do it for $150. The gardener also said that he would provide the trees and plant them for $600 and that’s the entire price that he gave but when the bill came due for digging 3 holes for a $150 an hour. I said can you imagine the ditch digger that got to get a $150 an hour and then it was 4 hours worth of work. It was absolutely extortion. He even asked me who was paying this. When the property manager got this bill, he called me and said why is the bill is so high. It was a $1,000 to take the dirt away and the dirt was pretty small piles that wouldn’t even fit in a half of a small truck. It was just outrageous. I called him and I told them that this is ridiculous. Nobody knew about these costs. The home owner’s deposit doesn’t even add up to this. I told him we wouldn’t have him do the work at all and pay for the trees and he accepted that. So I was appreciative that we ended up getting out of that horrible situation but I was really outraged by the $150 an hour. The bill was $2,177 in the end and it was supposed to be $600. It was just completely outrageous. It made me feel like I can’t use Angie’s List anymore because of this situation. The charges were not professional.

Considerate Tree Care is a top-notch organization. Joe and his team were punctual, polite and executed well on exactly what Joe and I had discussed in our consultation. They were able to handle the work with ease, but also make me feel comfortable that they were going to leave my trees in much better condition than when they arrived. My job was small, but I feel strongly that Joe and his team spent every amount of energy on my trees as they would on a much larger job. If you have a tree trimming need, please consider Considerate Tree Care.

I called the number provided on Angie's list and left a message. I received a call back within a short period of time from Joe Jonas, the owner of the company who came out that Saturday to provide an estimate. He arrived at my house at the scheduled time and was extremely friendly. We started to walk toward the back of my house where the oak tree was and Joe began to provide information on the different types of trees I had and offered helpful tips on the proper care and maintenance of each tree. When we arrived to the backyard and he examined the oak, he actually talked his way out of a job. Joe informed me that the oak was just fine and he would not recommend the tree be trimmed for at least another year. Meanwhile, a tree company I had used to trim the oak in the past was ready, willing and able to perform the work for about $1,000.00. I found Joe's honesty and integrity so refreshing, not to mention his over-all knowledge of trees. I was so impressed with Joe's professionalism and ethics that I felt a review was warranted, even though he did not perform any work. I will definately call him again when the oak is ready for a trim.

On time, considerate team for pets, neighbors and property safety. Explained process during trimming service. Advised watering and feeding process for each individual tree. Friendly, helpful and professional team provided fast and efficient service and cleanup.

Joe Jonas came out to give an estimate for trimming my 3 elms and 1 cottonwood. These trees were in a state of severe neglect in a location very difficult to access. After assessing the situation and with some regret, Joe decided that another company with a bigger bucket truck would be more suitable to my needs. He offered me the name of a competitor that he knew and trusted who might be able to manage my situation. Despite not signing on for this job, Joe was very generous with his time and knowledge. He was personable, punctual and respectful of my time and property.

This is the second time I've used Considerate Tree-care. I called Joseph after 5 pm on Thursday as a tree had fallen during the day and he was able to start the next morning. The crew arrived on time and were very professional and flexible as I added work to the original effort. The owner was on site and agreed to add work without an issue and the crew was able to complete the entire job in a reasonable time. The finished product was outstanding.

This was the second time I have called Considerate Tree Care out. Joe Jonas, the owner, is very knowledgeable about trees and their care. He provided thorough explanations about what his crew was doing. They did a beautiful job in a very timely manner for a very fair price. I will not hesitate to call they again and am very happy to recommend them.

Joe and his crew came an trimmed all of my trees and bamboo. I'm not sure te trees had ever been professionally trimmed before. He cleaned up the palms so they looked tidy and trimmed up the fronds so that more light could reach my yard. He also removed half of the bamboo that had taken over and strayed beyond the desired area. after carefully cutting the stalks so as to not damage the fence they were pushing on, he brought in a special stump grinder to take away the rhizome that was left in the very tight space. His team was very careful and professional. After they removed all the fronds and stalks, they loaded them in their truck and cleaned the yard so that it looked better than when they arrived. After the trimming, a few of the remaining bamboo stalks started to die back (probably due to a change in their watering cycle) and Joe helped me troubleshoot what could be happening with them. He even talked to the county agricultural extension to see if he could get any more information about bamboo ailments from them. In the end we decided it must have been a change in their watering cycle that caused the problem but he came back and trimmed out the stalks that had died free of charge. I don't think anyone else could have done the job the way Considerate Tree Care did. Joe is a wealth of knowledge about the local flora and I found his expertise and advise indispensable.

Considerate Tree Care was awesome...great communication and prompt scheduling. They always kept me up to date and the tree looked great afterword.

Joe and his two-man crew arrived on time and got right to work, no messing around. They worked efficiently and Joe was on site to supervise. This was very helpful because he let them know how to trim the trees without stripping them. They did a wonderful job and left the yard clean, all tree trimings neatly removed. I was especially pleased because Joe listened to my concerns about a nesting hummer and avoided the section where she was. I will have him come back in the fall to trim that section. In fact, I will have him back whenever my trees need attention! If you are concerned about your trees (and your birds) he's the guy to call.