Joseph, Michael & Brian Bernardi, own and operate our business. We pride ourselves on quality and professionalism. Since 1999 we have been exceeding customer expectations and working together safely. We are often Super Service Award recipients. Our employees are very skilled in all areas of our business and are trusted. CT arborist license S-4657. Additional address, 227 Commercial St. Watertown, CT. This is where we have a reception area for your convenience allowing us to sell premium products and process all major credit cards in person.
Business highlights
25 years of trusted experience
Veteran Owned & Operated
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Tree maintenance & removal. Pruning. Stump grinding & trimming. Sales of biobricks & firewood. Skids o wood. Bags o wood. Cords delivered locally. Log length wood delivered locally. PLEASE VIEW OUR INFORMATIVE VIDEO CLIPS IN THE MEDIA TAB!
Sent an email for an appointment for a quote through their website. Was not able to return their call for two weeks because I was out of state tending to a sick family member. Person I was finally able to speak to was annoyed that I hadn't called back sooner since he was apparently in my area already, and wanted me to describe the work I needed done to write me a quote. Since it was a lot, I said I preferred that he come to look at it; writing a quote without looking at what needs to be done doesn't make sense to me. He was very irritable and distracted when he was here, and I could tell he was not really paying attention. Nevertheless we walked the perimeter of my property and I told him all that needed doing. He said he would email me a quote. His quote came back a full double what three others had already quoted. When the arborist I actually went with arrived, we walked the perimeter again to review what was to be done that day, and he asked me if I actually wanted all the marked trees removed, because we hadn't discussed them. We were shocked to find that Brothers had spray painted large orange dots on the trees they had planned to pull down, NONE of which had I said I wanted done! Orange marks on NINE trees that we had not planned to remove. It is so unprofessional to mark trees before you have as signed contract in hand!
Description of Work: Trees removed and pruned, large privet hedge pruned back, shrubs pruned.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Joan C.
11/2019
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Went extremely well and would hire them again if needed.
Description of Work: Stump grinding / Removal.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello, thanks for taking the time to review our business. Otherwise we would be a secret. Nice to share our success with you and other Angie’s List members. We look forward to working with you again soon.
Joan C.
05/2019
5.0
mulch, tree service
 + 0 more
They responded quickly to my request, came out and sent a proposal within hours. Only thing I wasn't aware of was that there would be a 2 week waiting period before they could do the job. They had sent an email saying a foreman would contact me, but I ended up contacting them to see when I could expect the job to be completed. They did contact us and said the job would be completed on 5/28/19 and they did come today and the job is done exactly as they said it would be.
Description of Work: Tree stump removal
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Thank you for the opportunity to work with you. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction. Our crew works on a first come first serve basis and quite often it’s a bit of a wait. Weather has been a big factor in slowing down the jobs on lawns as well. Happy to hear that it all worked out well. I will pass along your review to the entire team. Thanks again and we look forward to working with you again when the need for professional tree maintenance and removal arises.
Mike J.
10/2018
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
They did a phenomenal job, cut the tree without any mess and even ground a large stump with many roots in a very difficult area to access. Cleaned up perfectly, you could not tell that someone was there. GREAT JOB Initial estimate was 3-4 weeks, they did it in 3 days!
Description of Work: Cut down a tree in a tricky access area
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello, thank you for your positive review. Future customers will appreciate the time you took to help understand the process. We were able to expedite this job for you because of your willingness for us to show up at anytime. I’m glad everything worked out so well. I will pass your sentiments on to the crew. We look forward to working with you again in the future.
Scott T.
08/2018
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Wow! It couldn't have gone better. My wife and I noticed that a 30' hemlock was leaning toward our house as a result of soaking rains and high winds. On Sunday at 4:00 p.m., I asked for a bid from Brothers Tree Service on Angie's List. At 5:40 p.m., I got an e-mail response from this firm. At 8:00 a.m. on Monday, my wife got a call and an hour later Joe from Brothers Tree Service stopped by our house. Seeing we had an emergency, he got his crew to our house in 2 hours. They finished the work quickly and completely for a reasonable rate. Very pleased with their work and the politeness and responsiveness of their staff.
Description of Work: Removal of 30 foot tree leaning toward our house
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello [Member Name Removed], we appreciate your business. I’m glad everything went smoothly. I will pass along your sentiments to the crew for a job well done.
Carlos D.
12/2017
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
the job was done by the time I got home, they piled the logs and cleaned the yard. I was very pleased with the job
Description of Work: Cut two trees down
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
I’m glad to hear of your satisfaction. Our crew will be happy to know of your review as well. They work very hard for our customers and aim to please. We look forward to working with you again soon. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Susan S.
10/2017
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Great. They arrived when they said they would and called to let me know when the work was complete.
Description of Work: Pruning and cabling birch trees.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We are always striving for success. Your review is very helpful to our crews and potential customers. We look forward to additional work as the need arises for professional tree maintenance & removal. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist.
Janine S.
08/2017
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
It went great! They used a weird but cool machine to get through the tight space (no more than 6' wide) into our back yard. It was a bucket machine that folded up like a large insect (long and skinny), and was remote guided through the tight space. They took down the huge tree and literally dropped it on a mark. The other trim work was also done beautifully. Afterwards the yard was - as promised - cleaner than when they arrived. They chopped and removed most and left us large, cut logs as requested. The trimmed trees have done very well. An added bonus was how they treated my very old (and now deceased) Dad who lived with us. He loved watching the whole process and was treated with dignity and care to make sure he was safe.
Description of Work: Remove a large maple tree that was right next to our garden shed, and trim some major branches on two other maples. All were in our back yard with very limited access to get back there.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,165
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello again, good to hear from you. Thank you for submitting the review. It is always nice to hear the customers perspective. I'm sure it will be helpful to other customers looking for our services. We take great pride in being able to access the most challenging work. It was a pleasure working with you and we look forward to working with you again when you are ready.
Pat S.
10/2016
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Incredible. The Brothers' Team arrived as a grand parade down my street in these very impressive trucks & equipment. (I couldn't believe it was just my place. Neighbors kept watching as well.) Mike & Brian heading up their Team were precision in motion. With Mike expertly maneuvering his orange Kobuta L35 back & forth -- huge amounts of unsightly heavy weeds, ivy, etc. were no match. I was very happy with the tall grass around the dead tree in the corner. Mike trimmed that & all the other details. I didn't have to interject at all. Mike & Brian & their Team knew what to do. Sooooo happy & relieved that they came today. Thank You, Brothers' Tree Service!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Description of Work: The following items were professionally expedited today: (1) Side bush on side of driveway was trimmed perfectly per specifications (2) Dead tree was extricated w/ stump being utilized for corner marker in backyard (3) Heavy hog brush over dead pear tree was cut along w/ the tree per specifications. (4) Ivy along trunk of Norwegian maple was expertly trimmed along w/ leaves which extended half-way up the tree (5) Entire bank w/ very heavy brush was trimmed down as well as the above 1-4 (6) Truckload of quality wood chips placed on bank & expertly raked and leveled
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello [Member Name Removed], I'm so glad they were able to get out there and execute the plan. We really appreciate reviews. We are happy to hear of your satisfaction. We look forward to working with you again in the future. I will be sure to pass along your sentiments to the crew. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist.
Ann S.
08/2016
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Excellent job. Very professional and highly skilled. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Limb removal
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello satisfied member, it is great to hear your feedback. Most importantly I'm sure other Angie's list members appreciate the time you took to submit your review. I look forward to working with you on your next project. Arborist - Joseph Bernardi
Gene O.
05/2016
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Excellent job. Very professional from the proposal to the removal. Highly recommend!
Description of Work: Removed three large maple trees in back yard, avoiding septic and leeching fields. Ground two stumps and surface roots. Installed soil, seed and straw in those areas.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,800
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello [Member Name Removed], I will forward your great comments to the crew. They take their jobs very seriously and appreciate when customers take the time to submit reviews. Thank you and I look forward to working with you on your future tree maintenance & removal projects. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist
Katherine B.
11/2015
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Brothers Tree Service provided an initial (free) itemized estimate for all of the arborist work needed on my property. Using this estimate I was able to pick and choose which services I needed first, and know how much additional services would cost when I could afford to do more of them. They arrived promptly on the appointed date/time, were polite and friendly, and efficient in performing the contracted services (pruning a 3-4-story tree in my front yard, and installing a cable system for support between two of the larger branches (which will prolong the life and health of the tree). Their rates were fair, billing was simple, and the work was done well. I will definitely call them again for future tree service.
Description of Work: Pruned a large Sugar Maple tree located in the front yard, installed a Cable system in this tree for support.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$635
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello happy member, it is always great to hear back from customers… Too often we get bogged down in the rush of the day. Thank you for your time. We appreciate your kind words. I will forward them to the crew that performed your work. I look forward to working with you again soon. Have a nice Thanksgiving. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist.
Benjamin S.
08/2015
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
I called to get an estimate for the work on a Friday, and they came out the next morning to look at the work. We had 3 items on our list. On 2 of the 3 items, the estimate for the work was comparable to other estimates I received. The third item was 25% higher than the others, on average. Based on reviews and professionalism, I sent back the signed contract for 1 of the 3 items. The only issue was being unaware of their 2-3 week lead time. I would have called sooner had I known this. About 3 weeks later, they called around 7:20 in the morning while I was at work and asked to perform the service that day. I got home and the tree was trimmed back. They did a MUCH better job than I envisioned, with virtually no mess. I barely noticed they were there. Great experience overall. I will be using them again to trim back a tree on the other side of the house.
Description of Work: Trimmed back a maple tree that began to overspread above our garage roof. The branches had begun to damage the shingles at the edges.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$305
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello member, we appreciate you taking the time to post a review. We think that this process is very helpful in helping customers understand the process involved in arboriculture. We always enjoy working on your property. Timing and scheduling are always challenging in this profession. Weather conditions and emergency services play a big role in this. Thank you for your patience throughout this process and we look forward to working with you again soon. Joseph Bernardi Arborist.
Richard M.
06/2015
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
I needed a 20" maple stump ground before construction (retaining wall and lawn steps) could begin. The crew worked quickly and were meticulous in their clean-up of the area. And it ended up costing less than the estimate due to the fact that I didn't need backfill and grass seed. I was very pleased with this service.
Description of Work: Stump grinding
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Hello member, thank you for taking the time to post this review. We enjoy solving our customers problems efficiently. I look forward to future projects. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist
No H.
01/2015
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
On time, great job cleaning up. Done before I got home from work.
Description of Work: Cut down three trees, prune two others. Clean up all debris.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,276.2
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Dear member, thank you for your review submission. For the past 16 years we have been striving to improve and expand our services. We look forward to working with you again in the future.
Robert P.
09/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
They were on time, professional and worked quickly, but safely, very neat, cleaned up when finished.
Description of Work: Removed fir tree, ground the stump and roots, reseeded lawn.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
[Member name removed], it was a pleasure working for you as usual. I'm glad we were able to solve that sticky situation with your neighbor. Thank you for your time in submitting this review. I will pass your great sentiments on to the crew. I look forward to working with you again in the future. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist
Carolyn A.
08/2014
4.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Overall, the job went well. Equipment was top notch, workers professional. Yard was left spotless, couldn't tell they were ever there. I would use them again. But in the future, we would state in the proposal before we signed it that if they ever stopped working on our property in the middle of our job, to do work for a neighbor because they were approached (I assume with cash) while working on our job, I would withhold x% of the amount due. (explains my grade on professionalism.) Lesson learned.
Description of Work: Cut 5 large maple trees on border of yard "Pruned" maple tree in neighbor's yard that overhangs our driveway
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,988.13
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Member, thank you for your review. I am glad you were happy. We look forward to working with you again. Regarding our crew breaking off to do a small job for your neighbor, I apologize for any inconvenience. However in this economy we try to help as many customers as possible. Our policy is as long as it does not inconvenience our current customer then a part of the crew can help out a neighbor. I will put a note on your account for the future stating that you do not support this policy.
Susann C.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
We had a wonderful experience with this company. They are very polite, punctual and professional. They were very informative and a pleasure to work with.
Description of Work: They cut down trees for us.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Member, thank you for your great review. We look forward to working with you in the future. Maybe in the winter time we can improve the Vista overlooking the river. We enjoyed working at your property.
Lisa S.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Excellent! All work was done as described. Brothers' Tree Service was very knowledgeable and knew what trees needed what. The finished work made a big diference in the appearance of my property. I would highly recommend this company. One of the workers checked in with me a couple of times throughout the time they were here - highly professional. They left the property completely cleaned up. I can't believe what a difference this upkeep made. I would not hesitate to use this company again.
Description of Work: removed trees, pruned trees
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Dear member, we appreciate your great review. Working for you was also a pleasure. With such a large yard and long driveway I can guess we will be seeing a lot of each other. Don't hesitate to call the office for your next proposal. We look forward to working with you in the future. I will pass your sentiments along to the crew. Thank you, Joe.
Susann C.
05/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Very professional, neat work, pleasant employees and arrived on time, fair prices. We could not be more pleased. The BEST tree company we have ever used!
Description of Work: Tree cutting and chipped tree trimming.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Member, thank you for your great review. We look forward to keeping our high standards and serving you well in the future. I will pass your sentiments along to the crew. Also, let's not forget about Angie's list who has brought us together. Thanks to them.
Justin G.
03/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Cut down, chipped and removed several trees.
Description of Work: I used BROTHERS' TREE SERVICE LLC.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Dear Member, We appreciate your business. Thank you for choosing our services again. We enjoy working at your house. Thank you for your review and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Joe Bernardi Arborist Brothers' Tree Service
Lisa S.
02/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
He seemed to be good. The price of the estimate seems a little high.
Description of Work: We purchased a big deal for Brothers' Tree Service LLC. He has given me an estimate for tree service, and I havent' gotten back to him.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Thank you for your review. We plan on holding the proposal we provided for as long as you need it. We look forward to working with you in the future. Joe Bernardi Arborist Brothers' Tree Service
JUAN G.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Good, but I decided not to perform service afterall.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal from BROTHER TREE SERVICE - $199 for $400 of Tree Service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Okay member, I will keep your proposal. Let us know if you change your mind. Thank you for your review.
Maurice C.
12/2013
3.0
tree service
 + -1 more
They didn't do $400 worth of tree service. They didn't let me know they were here, they just came and went.
Description of Work: They were suppose to trim 3 large trees.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
$199
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Dear member, I realize you misunderstood The Angie's list big deal. Unfortunately I don't understand why. I took extra time both before the job, while I was meeting with you at your house and after the job was done in order to explain it. I provided you a full written and itemized proposal on all the different work that I advised to include the three trees you mentioned in your review. I also itemized just the $400 dollars worth of work as you asked me to. My brother Brian called you the night before we arrived to explain that we would be there in the morning. While we were there we cleaned up additional debris in your yard at no charge. You were the one who told me that in my follow-up call. We preformed the work that you signed and agreed to on the free proposal I provided you. After I explained to you on the phone when I followed up that I would not perform additional services at a discounted rate, you were noticeably upset. You received $400.00 worth of work for $199.00 and we delivered these services with a smile. Joseph Bernardi / Arborist.
Linda C.
11/2013
3.0
tree service
 + -1 more
Joe, from Brothers' Tree Service, was polite and prompt, but, instead of doing any work, we walked around my yard and I explained what I wanted done. He then wrote up a proposal that would cost me an additional $2,127. I had already paid Angie's list $199 plus tax for $400.00 worth of work. I told him I had to speak with someone before giving him a response. I showed my other half when he got home from work and he agreed this was too much; we couldn't afford this. Either I misunderstood the deal or this was a 'bait and switch'. I will show this proposal to other people in the same business. I have a neighbor who does this same kind of work ( he just came home after serving our country for another year), another with a son-in-law in the business, and I live behind Millain's Nursery. They probably do or know some one who does this type of work. I don't feel as if I can properly grade the experience until I get more information. I do know we can't afford this proposal so I would like my money refunded please.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal form Brothers' Tree Service LLC.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
Response from Brothers' Tree Service LLC
Dear Angie's list member, thank you for your interest in our company's professional tree maintenance and removal services. As you stated in your review, I think you misunderstood your purchasing of the big deal. After I saw your review I have been in contact with my representative from Angie's list and have been monitoring your situation closely. I am happy to learn that they have refunded you your money today. It is important that at the end of the day you are happy. I intend on honoring that proposal I provided you and all the line items/services for the next year. Please take some time and request proposals from other Connecticut licensed arborists in the meantime. Sorry the big deal didn't work for you. I look forward to future business as you need or want work completed.
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Service Categories
Tree Service,
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Firewood
FAQ
Brothers' Tree Service LLC is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Open All Day
Monday: Open All Day
Tuesday: Open All Day
Wednesday: Open All Day
Thursday: Open All Day
Friday: Open All Day
Saturday: Open All Day
Brothers' Tree Service LLC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Brothers' Tree Service LLC offers free project estimates.
Yes, Brothers' Tree Service LLC offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Brothers' Tree Service LLC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Brothers' Tree Service LLC offers emergency services.
Yes, Brothers' Tree Service LLC offers warranties.
Brothers' Tree Service LLC offers the following services: Tree maintenance & removal. Pruning. Stump grinding & trimming. Sales of biobricks & firewood. Skids o wood. Bags o wood. Cords delivered locally. Log length wood delivered locally. PLEASE VIEW OUR INFORMATIVE VIDEO CLIPS IN THE MEDIA TAB!