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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

61 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 51-74 of 74 reviews

Michael M.
02/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did what they were asked.
Description of Work: Removed a tree from 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

mary L.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Just as we requested.
Description of Work: Remove deal ash trees and one dead elm 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
$1,500

Jon C.
11/2016
1.0
firewood
  + -1 more
Never did!
Description of Work: Call for a quote on fire wood and never received a call back!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Donna R.
11/2015
5.0
firewood, tree service
  + 0 more
Easy to work with
Description of Work: delivered fire wood

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

Daniel C.
03/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown

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
$600

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
, Thank you, some of the price reflected boarding or matting 150' +/- across lawn to save lawn from ruts.. few other co. Offer the eye for detail..

Patricia R.
01/2015
5.0
landscaping, tree service
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Mark replaced 2 trees that died behind my house with a better tree. He ground out the stumps, put mulch around the new tree (tree friendly mulch, not stuff that would choke off the rain from reaching the roots). He told me lots of helpful information about caring for my 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
$675

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you:)!

LINDA S.
01/2015
2.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0


Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
We DO NOT OR HAVE NOT ever serviced Ohio. We are licensed certified Arborists of Indiana. I do although, successfully services my community of Michiana for over the last 50 years.. I suggest even though you didn't hire your review recipient, that you pay closer attention to your phone logs for any quote requests and any on-line presence. I also suggest that when you invest valuable time to place reviews, that you also fill in the entire form.. I Hope you find a Great Service Provider. I also have requested that this 3rd party review service contact you to rectify your post, but now after several week with no reply from you or them I take it as I see it or for what it actually is.. I'd rather spend my time on perfecting my Brand and Service.

Lynn L.
06/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Sadly you didn't hire my firm. You hired Walt Temple I assume? We would of given you 5 star perfomance. Walt will tell you he's part of our great company, to cover his bad history, and take your money. If you don't talk with me Mark Temple from the 1st phone call , to completion you didn't hire my firm. Apples and oranges. I'm an Arborist, city licensed, member BBB, and generate good reviews on this site. If you want my firm ask for MARK, I answer my business phone directly. No secretary, no answering service.

Paul B.
06/2014
2.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: i had them cut down two trees and take out the stumps as well. clean up was poor and giant roots r still connected to stump area. asked for check before job was completed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

$3,000

Cheryl P.
06/2014
3.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Gave an estimate. We wanted more done. He was to come out and provide a new estimate. After not hearing anything for two weeks, I called. He said I shouldn't expect him to drop everything for my work. He'd gotten a bunch of jobs and it would be a couple of weeks before he'd get to me. I said I'd find someone else.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0


Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
I don't want to put a review company in the middle, our obviously satisfied customer base and reviews , every growing list but it's more like ; I had followed up on the original proposal 5-6 days after the scheduled" free est" you requested, which was more of a detailed diagnosis of several failing trees and vines.. We also discussed that this late approach of treatment, may not give you the results you expect.. At the time of the follow up call, I had explained we were very busy but had other work in the neighborhood and it would be best to try and treat the issues then, as the proper treatment time was already over due. At that time you expressed that you were still waiting on other bids and had not yet made any decisions. Several weeks passed before you called to let me know to proceed, and I explained Please sign and return the proposal. About 9 days later I received the signed proposal, 2 days after I had received the proposal you called me to express the urgency of tree care. I think at that conversation I fully explained why it would be the following week before service could be provided or scheduled. I could tell by your tone, that no less than immediate service would suffice. You didn't cancel then nor did I, you ended the brief phone call with " I'll see if I can get someone else to do faster." I never heard back either way, and don't want to push my services on ANYONE. Again poor weather prevents treatment and yes we are still busy but try to service as many homes on one side of town or another as possible, not to mention all the cost associated with fuel, labor and travel time with our large equipment . It's always been our policy excluding emergency service.. EXCUSE my attempt to type on a 1/2 square on my mobil.. Again we handle every issue asap.

Randy C.
06/2014
4.0
mulch, tree service
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Remove about 14 Elm trees from fence row. |I wanted the mulch for my use around the house and they left me a truck load. I used up most of the mulch. |They chipped the brush and left the logs per my request. They could have cut the logs in a little smaller chunks to make handling easier. |They did return my call for a quote in a timely fashion and when we agreed on the price the work was completed quickly.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$840

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
You didn't hire my firm. Then your quick to post on line. You hired Walt Temple, I'd suggest paying more attention to who's on your property , the calls you make and finally the reviews off 3rd party companies, who provided you absolutely NO service. I'd check with Walts record or reviews before I'd hire him also.. Mark

Barbara T.
05/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They removed a large tree that had fallen into my yard. Also removed two damaged trees. They did a good job of cleaning up the mess from all the 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
$1,500

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you.

Terry R.
04/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Very good price. Showed up on time and removed a large tree. Clean up was good.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thank you. Poor Weather and storm damage, dictate our schedule some times. .

Irene J.
01/2014
3.0
tree service
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Did not give me an estimate
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
We have no record of you ever calling for an estimate. If we were playing phone tag , then I tried best I could. I believe you may have called Walt Temple, who calls his company several different names Inc Temple Tree. He's firm is in no way shape or form part of Mark- Temple Tree, I apologize for his poor business practices, but I'm the only legal Temple Tree in the state. If you had contacted me personally (I answer my phone as the owner, we don't have a answering service or office phone answering secretary ) I would have a record of your information and set an appointment. If you still require an estimate, please call me. Again sorry for the confusion he creates and our city and state continues to over look Walts business practices. If you tried via e-mail systems, those avenues are not the fastest turn around with our firm. It's best just to call me directly, I carry my phone with me in the field.

Sandy R.
04/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Well.
Description of Work: Mark Temple, of Temple Tree Service, is an arborist. We wanted a professional diagnosis of our 200 year old Ash tree. Mark saves trees more than he cuts them down. He was very responsive, knowlegeable and professional. He answered all of our questions, and was honest and direct about the potential outcome for the life of the tree. Our consultation for the tree was April 30, 2013. Initial treatment of the tree, at the roots, begins next week. Depending on how the tree responds, injections will follow.

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
$275

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thanks, contract is for $315.00 to feed and soil drench a dying White Ash infected w/ Em. Ash bore.. Tree has never been cared for in past, and any treatments will be a band aid on a dying tree. It's a shame that people don't know about basic tree care and call us out when the prognosis is bleak.. Hope the tree last a little while longer for you. I know you wanted it treated the next day, but like I said the tree needs to leaf out first for the chemical up take. Also to see if there is enough of the tree alive after the winter. Guess that explains the b response ?

RITA S.
11/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Please send the information above.
Description of Work: He trimmed 3 very large trees in my yard. They had not been trimmed in years and needed a lot of work. He removed one tree that had grown into my back neighbor's fence. He called and told me about it and then fixed their fence the same day. He also ground a stump in my yard and did not charge me. I was not there when they performed the service but the result was excellent. Everything was done as promised and everything was cleaned up.

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
$1,300

MARTHA H.
10/2011
3.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Poor
Description of Work: Received a quote for stump removal x2 and deadwooding 2 trees. His equipment fit would not fit thru my backyard fence. His estimate was high

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
I'm overwhelmed with your comments and half truths. By the obvious poor service you were left with before you called me for an estimate to fix you dilemma, I know you're not accustomed to the quality of tree service we provide. Your back lawn was littered with old stumps. I understand that you had tried for months to remove the stumps yourself. I explained that the fence could be temporarily lowered by a fence company to bring in our bigger grinder as the small walk behind unit would not grind out the large stump to a SATISFACTORY END RESULT. AS FOR THE PRUNING, I explained that the oaks needed to be completely pruned and the correct time would be in the upcoming Fall season, as just butchering of the limbs you pointed at would cause more harm than good. I pride myself in my superior knowledge and the pruning skills of our crews. We utilize ISA standards in our pruning practices. We don't go around killing or weakening our customer's trees. Concerning the quote, to prune the 2 large oaks properly would take 4 hours of climbing per tree, not a easy task. One should also consider the cost of labor, worker's comp and general liability insurance, fuel, training, equipment cost's and time wasted replying to one ridiculous complaint out of the thousands of successful jobs we do in a year. We're not out there with a ladder and a chain saw. You can have good or cheap, you can't have both. Maybe I should have sold you the butcher job you were after, but we are a better company than that; as you can read on any online reports including the ones on Angie's List.

Charles B.
10/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Mark came out and gave an estimate that was very reasonable. Today his crew showed up and completed the removal and cleanup in about an hour-and-a-half. They were very diligent, professional, and the only evidence that they had been there after they left was the empty spot where the tree had stood for the past 30+ years. They did a great job at a great value. I will be using them again and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone needing their services.
Description of Work: Removal of a tree and 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
$425

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Thanks, we care about the quality services we provide!

Kennard R. W.
07/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Temple Tree Service did an excellent job. They 3 man crew was very efficient and very professional. When the trees were removed they did a superior job of cleaning up debris. The crew was very polite and made sure to explain each procedure. I would highly recommend this company. Mark, the owner, is very knowledgeable about the health of trees and he makes very judicious recommendations.
Description of Work: Mark Temple Tree Service removed 2 trees (including a 90' poplar tree, and trimmed out another tree. The poplar tree needed the use of a crane to remove it safely because of the tree's unstable condition and nearby powerlines.

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
$2,700

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
Some times in storm situation it may take a little time to get all aspects scheduled, to provide a safe situation to the remedy , Thanks Mark

Diana M.
06/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Overall I could not have wanted a better job had I done it myself and I am a perfectionist. From start to finish they were careful to move items so there would be no damage or "tree litter" remaining. They also Ground up the stump and gave me instructions on how to get new grass growing. Super guys!!
Description of Work: More than a great job. Professional, determined, courteous. Cut down large tree in front yard. No wasted time. Cleared away all debris. I will use them again for a tree in the back 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

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
We pride ourselves in hiring pro arborist or knolegable work force. All the guys have at least 10 years exp.with continued education, Thank You Mark

Mark D.
06/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I had some very large trees to look at and he was able to give me a very fair price. He did the work and he did a very nice job. Other than having marks in the yard from the trucks coming in, he did a good job.
Description of Work: He removed some very large trees from my backyard.

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
$1,200

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
We strive to protect your property by utilizing planking as much as possible . Some times large tree will cause some lawn damage as it falls under a demolition style procedure.also fast response storm damage work has to be done while the lawns are still wet. If this wasn't explained at onset, we can do our best to rectify any occurrences please call 574-232-2700. Thanks, Mark

CIndy T.
05/2010
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Mark was out a few hours after I called on April 29th to give us a quote. He was back on Monday, May 3rd to do the work. Everyone was polite and professional. They did the work quickly and did a great job cleaning up afterwards. He also offered suggestions onwhat trees we could use to provide better privacy in our backyard. They did a great job and I will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Trimmed several trees, ground up a large tree stump, and cleared an area of several bushes and small 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
$400

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
We try our best. Satisfaction is our goal! We pride ourselves in knowable prom service,weather permittig. Thank you, Mark

Jim C.
12/2009
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
price was lower than 2 other quoted competitors and works was done promptly when scheduled and to satisfaction - would definitely hire again
Description of Work: had 4 trees and multiple overgrown shrubs removed, also had 4 more trees trimmed

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Response from Mark Temple Tree Service
thanks we run our family business with pride for over 48 years.our employies understand the importance of our trac record , and are good group of professionals themselves

CIndy T.
10/2009
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Service was great. They came and trimmed the trees and did all the clean up. Mark was out the next day after I called and requested a quote. It took a few weeks between the original quote and service, but the weather was bad most of that time which caused the delay. The workers were polite and worked quickly. I would definitely use them again. We live in Granger which was still well within their service area.
Description of Work: Temple Tree trimmed 3 large trees in our yard. Branches were hanging over the garage and the other trees needed trimmed to let sunlight through to the lawn.

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
$200
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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