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Mark Temple Tree Service

Tree Service, Firewood, Landscaping,

About us

Additional dba names - Mark, Temple Tree Service. The only Temple Tree to hold several certification inc ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST , Certification # IN 3430A. Family owned EST. 1964/ 3rd generation, Committed to quality service @ competitive prices. senior savings/ referral program Member BBB fully insured including general liability and workers comp. Serving Michiana,,, Call Mark I answer ! Proud Member of; ISA Certified Arborist, Licensed Arborist city of South Bend containing study on current diagnosis & treatment for our areas tree health, ever changing & up to date knowledge! ISA /International Arborist Association . TCIA / Tree Care association of America . IAA / Indiana arborists assc. Knowledgeable tree care professionals. We know tree care. Arborist on all jobs! Owner set up & supervision @ all jobs. Call me directly Mark Temple 574-232-2700, owner. Our new shop 202 So. OLIVE St So. Bend, IN 46619. " The FIREWOOD FACTORY Family owned & operated EST, 1964

Business highlights

60 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Knowlegable diagnosis & treatment of insect & disease control, removals, stump grinding, proper ISA pruning practice, storm reduction pruning & dead wooding, large tree planting & landscaping

Services we don't offer

Topping & other poor pruning practices

Amenities

Senior Discount

$10

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.874 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
78%
4
11%
3
4%
2
3%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 74 reviews

Lee P.
08/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Excellent. I have used Mark for many years to trim and remove trees. Always does a great job at a reasonable cost.
Description of Work: Removed large oak tree and ground stump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Troy B.
08/2017
1.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They cut down one part of the tree WAY beyond what needed to be done at that moment. and left the other section which also was dangerous that needed to be made safe. the guys were more worried about the time about every 10 minutes one of the workers would yell out what time is it. In exactly one hour of they left the side regardless of what work was completed and what were needed to be finished. We had shown them what needed to be done still didn't do it.. Then tried calling them to ask what was going on,, no answer no call back until we called from a different number then FINALLY got an answer.. They took advantage of a bad time in an elderly womans life and did not make it right.. I will NEVER hire them again.
Description of Work: I help an elderly woman out and she had a tree that split apart in the backyard and it needed to be made safe. We had asked them to trim the tree up and to make it safe until such time that the tree could be taken down completely.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$700

Victor M.
06/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
It went pretty much as planned with little unexpected damage. Cleanup was quite thorough. An additional tree was damaged from a falling, cut off branch so that it had to be removed as well, but at no additional charge. The service suggested entering from the rear of the property to avoid damage to a fresh concrete driveway and front lawn. This required permission from the neighbor and temporary removal of fence. The fence was reinstalled afterwards by Temple. Work was started with little delay after ordering and permits were facilitated with Mark's assistance (required since we live in a historic district). Mark also helped with getting the utility to drop the electric lines in order to work safely.
Description of Work: One dead tree close to house needed removal. One large tree with large limb split near trunk and leaning against neighboring tree and in danger of falling on electric line had to be removed. Several smaller trees that leaned badly or were unsightly we wanted to have removed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,100

Margaret B.
04/2017
5.0
firewood
  + -1 more
Great experience, contacting the owner and getting instructions on where to pick up the firewood was easy and they helped me load the rank of wood into my car.
Description of Work: I needed to buy firewood.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Rosalie D.
05/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We contracted for a number of small trees to be cut down. They were not able to come out for 3 weeks because of their schedule and the weather, but when they did come out, the service was professional and promptly done. They worked quickly and took care of clean-up. Even after a misunderstanding on our part, Mr. Temple had his workers there the next day, and they were polite, professional and worked quickly. We were very pleased!! Not knowing what tree services normally cost, I believe the price was fair. We would definitely recommend them to anyone!!!
Description of Work: We contracted for a number of small trees to be cut down, which was done very professionally.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,005

Anthony N.
05/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They arrived in the late afternoon about 3pm. Were done and cleaned up well by 4:30.
Description of Work: Took down and removed an old dying Pine in the front yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Jacquelyn W.
04/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
This process was so easy! I emailed Mark Temple and asked for a quote to have a dead tree removed from my front yard. He left the quote in my mailbox, I signed it and mailed it back to his office. About a week later, he came to my house with a crew and removed the tree. He and his crew were friendly, polite, and efficient. He double checked with me before he removed the stump, and then did so when I gave him the go ahead. At the end of the project (roughly 3 hours), I handed him a check, shook his hand and that was it. The price I paid was exactly what he'd quoted me. His crew even cleaned up all of the branches and leaves and left my lawn looking spotless. I'd hire him again!
Description of Work: Removed a dead tree and it's stump.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$630

Tony S.
03/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I had a wind storm take down part of my large Maple tree. It took out the electric lines and cable. I called Temple Tree Service (Mark Temple) within an hour of the tree limb coming down. Mark was here within 10 minutes and gave me a quote with a promise that his crew would be here in the morning (today). The crew was here promptly at 9:00am. They cut down the entire tree with no damage to any of my property and cleaned up the yard around the tree. I couldn't be more pleased. They will be back to grind up the stump after I have Miss Dig come out and mark the property for underground utility lines and pipes. Hopefully I will never need them again, but if I do I wouldn't call anyone else but Temple Tree Service. Thank you Mark Temple.
Description of Work: Cut down large Maple tree and cleaned up afterwards.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$840

lynn H.
12/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Professional service. Clean up thorough. Arrived on time and did all work as agreed upon in estimate.
Description of Work: Removed tree. Trimmed multiple trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,200

Thomas H.
11/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a good job. Some minor damage to the driveway and lawn from the heavy equipment and large tree branches, but in hindsight, I should have anticipated it.
Description of Work: Removed large tree and ground the stump out.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

Ann K.
09/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Mark responded within a couple of days of our first call, and came out to look over our entire yard, make recommendations and give an estimate. We were impressed that he was interested in the long term health of our trees. He expected to return and do the trimming in about 2 weeks. It was closer to 4 weeks, but he apologized saying it was a busy time of year. That was not a real problem for us since it was not an emergency. The work required heavy equipment. As promised, they put down plywood to protect the lawn. As each limb came down, his helpers hauled them to the chipper, so there was only minor debris to clean up afterwards. Also, he ground out the roots of the tree that had to be removed, leaving a level surface. We were happy to find someone who loves old trees (as we do) and is more interested in saving them that in just cutting them down.
Description of Work: Mark Temple trimmed several large older trees. Some had limbs hanging directly over our house, others had unattractive dead or dying limbs, and some trees just needed opening up for better air circulation. He also removed a medium-sized tree that was diseased.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,890

David K.
09/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Hi all, Let me state this clearly. You really don't need to look any further. We had a few very dangerous trees on the property. One massive tree just feet from the house, and a really tall tree that had been hacked up by the power line company which rendered it very ominous to my neighbor's new addition to his house. ( he was quite nervous about it ). Another tree was just a pain, and in the wrong place. All trees needed to go. I knew it would be a big job. Mark Temple was the first, but in the end, the only estimate that I got based on reading other reviews on Angie's List. Mark came out, was very knowledgable and we agreed on everything that needed to be done. His pricing is higher than I had expected due to guessing games with friends and colleagues, but I was ready for it. Mark was very prompt following my initial contact to get out to the house to have a look. I was handed a price by the time he left. I took a bit of time to look over the contract and signed the form and returned via U.S. Mail. Mark had informed me that he was 5-6 weeks out in bookings so I just let the time pass. After several months passed I began to feel overlooked so I contacted Mark again. After that, I seemed to be on the front burner again. Who am I to know how his business flow works on a daily basis... but status updates for pending jobs would have solved my anxieties. Prior to work commencing, I required verification of insurance coverage for his business and that was done, at bit at the last minute for my taste but all was in order and to the satisfaction of my own insurance agent. I had to be out of town when it was finally my turn but had good neighbors ( you know the type: nosy ) watching it all, and a trusted friend that was a rock for me here and kept an eye in progress... briefing me along the way. From his impressions, I rather wish I could have been here to witness it all. Apparently, the job was handled with the utmost of care to avoid any damage by debris. The "nosy" neighbor told me he was d*** impressed by how clean the site was upon completion of the job. So, I get home and got nothing I can complain about except all the sun hitting my sun room now. I think I might need to plant a tree or something. Way to go Mark! I too am impressed. The final price was as stated in the estimate. The property looks awesome. With the exception of some business continuity issues, I had a great experience with you and look forward to recommending you to others.
Description of Work: We had many trees removed from our property, including stump removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,900

Rob H.
09/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I had to take down part of the fence to allow the trucks to get through but that was understandable. Mark consulted with me about what should be removed and Mark mentioned he was a licensed arborist. Overall, they did a good job.
Description of Work: They cut down six large trees in our backyard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,950

Lee P.
08/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I have used Mark's services in the past. His crew has always done an excellent job at a very reasonable price.
Description of Work: Removed to small (approx. 15ft) trees from front of house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Diana M.
04/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Mark Temple Tree Service is wonderful and I would use them any time!!
Description of Work: REMOVED TREE THAT HAD BEEN TORN DOWN AND NOT COMPLETED. GROUND DOWN STUMP. GREAT JOB!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$630

Deanna G.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The job was performed quickly and efficiently.
Description of Work: Removed tree stump and roots

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you.

Karen R.
07/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
He had a good price. I would use him again.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thanks? Sorry your pears keep blowing down, they are known to be a weak tree and a poor choice when planted in such a large open area. Someone sold you heart ache landscape. I know you wanted I mediate service,:and the best we could offer was same day.. Not bad in my book on a fallen limb in the drive way, when so many others had tree through their homes.. Glad to help !

John B.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Called him on Monday 6/2/14, gave me an estimate and completed work the next day.
Description of Work: Removed dead green ash tree from my property including stump grinding.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$420

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Glad to help. Call when your ready to replant or for the other work we discussed. .

Paul R.
03/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very good experience from beginning to end of process. Mark came out quickly to quote the job, his price was the lowest of the 3 contractor's quotes I received. His team of workers were extremely polite and conscientious. The job was completed in a very timely manner with no problems along the way.
Description of Work: Removed 2 trees on my property

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. We also offer replacement trees, or landscaping.

jd S.
02/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
busy, guy so don't get excited about needing something done immediately. took over 3 months to get this scheduled
Description of Work: removed dead tree in the boulevard, tagged by city for removal.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Storm damage took priority over the City hollow park lawn tree that you were being fined over. Remeber I stopped the fine process for you thru our city forestry dept. I also explained we were backed up at quote and via numerous text messages you keep sending me.. I still did the work with no current billing address @ your little rental unit.. Thanks for the work the city forced on ya!

Deanna G.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They worked quickly and efficiently and thoroughly cleaned up all the debris. They get an A++.
Description of Work: They removed a 36 foot blue spruce tree from our back yard that had been blown down by a windstorm.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$385

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. Thanks for your patience , we were working sun up till sundown trying to get the latest wide spread emergency storm damage work done, with the weather diminishing daily. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you folks again.

Karen R.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Mark had given us a bid in September but we decided to go with another company. However that company (see review of A Cut Above) did not work out. Called Mark and explained the situation and he was willing to honor his bid of September. He scheduled the cutting but weather was bad that day. He called to explain why he wasn't coming. He came the next day and even with 8 inches of snow on the ground did a good job. He cleaned up better than we thought he was going to be able to. Would hire next time.
Description of Work: Pruned 17 Pear trees and cleaned up one down tree

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,680

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. There more to pruning than just owning a chain saw. Bad pruning destroys trees. We know tree care. "A name you can trust a reputation you can depend on"

Eliizabeth C.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The men were friendly and polite. They cleaned up the mess and carried it away. I asked for the tree stump to be a certain height and they accommodated. They came when planned. I'm happy with Temple Tree service.
Description of Work: Removed a very large tree

Rating CategoryRating 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 Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. We tried our best over the past few years to save the nicely placed Magnolia tree. Ornamental tree require knowledgeable care. The past bad pruning provided by other Tree Services cause the decay and over time weakened the tree , making it unable to with stand sever weather.

Eric H.
09/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They were great. Did exactly what was expected.
Description of Work: Tree removal and pruning

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. Glad to help.

Lorraine M.
07/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The workers had to avoid hitting my garage, house, fence and deck. They did not damage one thing. The trees were each about 3 ft. around and it was amazing to watch them cut the tall branches and drop them down without hitting the fence and deck. I would hire them again and have suggested him to others. I suppose I could have gotten someone to do it cheaper but I liked his excellent ratings on Angie's list. I am very satisfied with the job.
Description of Work: Removed 2 large silver maples, planted a pear tree and put fill dirt in and planted grass seed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. Price reflected 2 long days to complete the hard removal work. Not to mention that when I quoted the tree work the leafs had not yet came out on tree. Due to rain delay and other storm service delays the trees were fully leafed out, a factor that should have added to the quote but Being a nice guy I ate the added clean up and debris hauling. I think the major tragedy is that the 85 year old maples were poorly pruned (topped) by a unknowledable tree company, that doubt you nice folks into the service years ago and caused major decay and unsafe conditions for you and your home. The bad pruning destroyed your tree over time. Thanks to our inspections on Our original prunI ng serv provied 6 weeks earlier we may have prevented further economical loss.. Hope you Enjoy the new Bradford Pear. Sorry for bad typing this site is not mobile friendly.
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Contact information

202 S Olive St, South Bend, IN 46619

marktempletreeservice.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Tree Service,
Firewood,
Landscaping,
Tablepads,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Snow Removal

FAQ

Mark Temple Tree Service is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Mark Temple Tree Service accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Mark Temple Tree Service does not offer free project estimates.
No, Mark Temple Tree Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Mark Temple Tree Service does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Mark Temple Tree Service offers emergency services.
No, Mark Temple Tree Service does not offer warranties.
Mark Temple Tree Service offers the following services: Knowlegable diagnosis & treatment of insect & disease control, removals, stump grinding, proper ISA pruning practice, storm reduction pruning & dead wooding, large tree planting & landscaping
Topping & other poor pruning practices

Contact information

202 S Olive St, South Bend, IN 46619

marktempletreeservice.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM