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 June 2012
Tim Edmonds is certified arborists. He is young but really good. He and his crew leave the place immaculate. They are wonderful.
EDMONDS TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in May 2011
It was expensive. It was great in that they sent out an arborist to check out the trees and give me recommendations. They were extremely professional. They had all the equipment they needed to do some tough jobs. They cleaned up everything nicely. I used them on somebody else?s...
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2011
They were punctual and informative though not a certified arborist yet, he's still in school. Informed me that trimming Sycamore trees is impossible and they entire tree would have to come down. Cam's was the only company that suggested this so I chose another arborist who trimmed the tree. I...
CAM'S TREE SERVICE
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Reviewed in August 2013
Russell, an arborist for the company came out 7/1/13 and gave us an estimate for the work. The estimate was $250 less than the next best quote. The work was completed on 7/23/13 by Keith and his crew. Work was done exactly as requested.
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2014
In the summer, one of our trees was sick and it was nearly impossible to find an arborist that would come out in a timely fashion to assess the tree and recommend a treatment. Thank God for Forever Green and Scott, their arborist who came out the next day after I called. He came out, looked at...
Forever Green Lawn Care Inc
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Reviewed in November 2011
I was somewhat disappointed with them. They left a mess behind. They could have done a much better job of cleaning up and not tearing up the yard. There were big rats in the back yard and their idea of fixing them was just to throw some grass heap on. What the problem is that Erwin himself the...
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
We were concerned about it being weak and taking out the roof of our neighbor's garage or our fence. They also trimmed dead limbs from a large Locust tree. We first paid to have the arborist come out to assess all of our trees and received some very good advice. Definitely worth it. They are...
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
This time was just a minor trim. In 2012 we had them do our large tree in back yard and they were excellent. They took down a portion of our fence and used a small bucket machine to maneuver into the yard. Nothing was damaged; trees were trimmed very well; and they cleaned everything up. We also...
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
It went well. I called for an estimate and received one within a few weeks. A knowledgeable, professional and punctual arborist made recommendations. They work was scheduled but it took several phone calls to complete. The final result looks good and clean up was reasonable....
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2008
I contacted Erwin Tree Service in the fall of 2007 and Russ Hodges (certified Arborist), came to my home and explained in detail what needed to be done. He was very informative and answered all of my questions. The work was done when promised and the tree looks great! I was also very impressed...
Kuiper Vegetation Management, LLC
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