Do tree removal companies need to be insured?

<div>Yes, you will want to confirm that the tree removal company you hire is insured before proceeding with the job. Tree removal can be dangerous work, and it's important to verify that the company carries the proper insurance to cover any onsite accidents or damage.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

Should landscapers be certified or licensed?

<div>When it comes to landscapers, licensing laws vary. Landscaping architects are required to be licensed in all 50 states, whereas traditional landscaping contractors are not typically required to hold a certification. You’ll likely be working with a landscaping contractor for most residential projects. If you are redesigning your whole yard or adding in hardscape features, you will work with a landscaping architect at some point during the project. Be sure to <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">check our state licensing tool</a> to review the local landscaper guidelines.As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include: <ul><li>The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check</li><li>Required to have applicable state and local licenses</li><li>Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review</li><li>Paying to advertise their services</li><li>Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi</li></ul>Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.</div>

How much does it cost to remove a tree?

<div>On average, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-tree-removal-cost.htm">removing a tree costs</a> around $750, but you can expect to pay between $200 to $2,000. Factors that impact the overall cost include the number of trees you’re having removed, their height, the diameter of their trunks, permits needed, and the tree’s accessibility. You’ll pay more if the tree is in a hard-to-reach area or dangerous location, like close to power lines.</div>

How much are typical landscaping costs?

<div><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-landscaping-cost.htm">Landscaping costs</a> around $3,500 but varies widely from $200 to $14,000. Factors that play a part in your final landscaping price tag include:<ul><li>Location</li><li>Yard size</li><li>Project size</li><li>Materials</li><li>Land preparation</li><li>Type of landscaping</li></ul>Considering so many factors, it’s not surprising that the overall costs can differ. A typical landscaping project is flower bed installation, which averages between $800 and $3,000. However, landscape lighting installation is a higher-end project, with a price tag of $2,000 to $6,000. </div>

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Reviewed in July 2022
Our trees look great. Very knowledgeable skilled arborist. Areas around where the work was done were left neat and tidy. Recommend highly.
Silver Leaf Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2012
Anthony isvery responsive and knowledgeable (Certified Arborist). He has the right equipment, a good crew, and takes measures to protect your yard (if heavy equipment must be moved through your yard). He cleaned up the debris, and the cuts healed well (arborists know how to cut and prune...
Gator Tree Service Inc
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Reviewed in June 2018
I had hired an independent arborist to look at the trees as other tree service companies said they needed to be cut down. This ended up not being the case and the aborists recommended Sky Frog do the work. Sky Frog sent out their staff arborist who concurred with what I had been told and had...
SKYFROG TREE SERVICE LLC
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Reviewed in May 2012
They are great. I like their services. They are just certified arborists and they take care of homeowner's association's issues. The pricing is very fair.
SAPP'S TREE SVC INC
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Reviewed in September 2011
2nd company called (after one didn't follow through on estimate)--recommended on Angie's and by neighbors. An arborist came to make estimate, and he both listened to what I wanted done and gave helpful feedback--we agreed upon work to be done and he gave us an estimate I felt was good. The...
GASTON'S TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in December 2014
Cut the large dead tree in to 10 ft sections and stacked it in a neat pile in a small woods on our property. This saved us considerable cost because they did no have to transport all these large sections to the landfill. They brought along a small Bobcat which really made the long removal...
FLORIDA LIVING TREE SERVICE INC
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