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Specialized Rigging & Tree Care

Tree Service, Lawn and Yard Work

About us

We are an owner operated tree care company specializing in the craft of professional tree climbing. We pour 25 years of accumulated and refined talent into each shrub, small or large tree we prune or safely remove. Our mission is to help preserve the dignity of trees and the tree care profession one customer one tree at a time.

Business highlights

35 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Tree removal, pruning, cabling, low impact tree care, professional tree climbers, natural artistic pruning style.

Services we don't offer

Spraying or fertilizing

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9129 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
6%
3
2%
2
0%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 26-50 of 129 reviews

Michael V.
03/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Everything went really well. They responded to my initial call and can out for an estimate timely. Their quote was not the lowest that we got, but was only about a hundred more. We got quotes that were much higher. The job entailed cutting down a 30+ foot Maple tree that had grown through the asphalt driveway right up against a fence between two houses. Some of the other arborists said it would be a tough job, but Mike and Jay didn't seem troubled by it at all. Because they use rigging rather than a cherry picker truck, they were uniquely suited to tackling the job. They had the trees down in no time and cleaned up extremely well. We had several positive comments from neighbors who watched their progress and were impressed with their professionalism. I would use them again without reservation. )
Description of Work: Removed a large Norway maple, a small Elm, and some smaller nuisance 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
$2,200

Neal D.
01/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Outstanding job. Jay, Mike, and their crew showed up on time and were completely professional. They protected the gates from accidental scratching as they took branches through, cut the stump extremely low to the ground, and worked through the rain. Jay is a military guy with service in Afghanistan and he brought that military work ethic right to the job site. He even had his men go around the block to the neighbor's and pick up any twigs that fell over the back fence when they were working. I'll definitely hire again.
Description of Work: Removed one extremely large ash tree and another smaller limb on a river birch.

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
$2,200

Ray H.
12/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a great job. They were very courteous, prompt and did what they needed to do. Scheduling was not an issue and the pricing was also great.
Description of Work: They cut back a large, older tree in an adjacent city lot.

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
$199

Alison C.
11/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I would like to say how much I respected Jay's professionalism and customer service. I originally probably would not have hired them because they aren't local, but after receiving my estimate and speaking with Jay during many phone conversations, I knew I selected the right business for the job. Jay is very customer service driven, stayed in touch until we worked out a date, postponed his work date to accommodate me. Spoke with my neighbor regarding a miscommunication issue. I would definitely use this business again!
Description of Work: Jay and his team removed 3 trees and pruned a 3rd.

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
$3,000

Cindy M.
11/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
During the windy weekend before last the top half of the Norway maple tree in my backyard cracked and fell to the ground. I went online that very day (Sunday) and emailed three companies. Two called me back, one did not. One of the companies that called me back said they'd be out Monday, then I called and then it was Tuesday. I didn't call back and they finally showed up this past Saturday out of the blue. TOO LATE. Friday night I had put in an email to Jay at Specialized Rigging and he called me early Saturday morning. Said he'd be there at 10am then called when he was going to be 20 minutes late (no one ever does that except me!!). He came out, walked my yard with me, LISTENED to my concerns, told me what he thought I should do and WHY. He set up a proposal for me that was broken down into sections in case I didn't want to do all the work at once (like a tree buffet). I knew it would be some money because my backyard is inaccessible to anything other than guys manually climbing and cutting. I was surprised at the price and actually asked him if it was correct, I thought it was going to be so much more. They came out on Monday (Fernando was outside at 7am waiting for the other guys) and when I got home Monday night (in the dark) it was done. I went out Tuesday morning and surveyed my entire yard. You wouldn't even know they had been there except I was missing two trees. Incredibly punctual, customer-service oriented, professional, knowledgeable and they clean up after themselves - what more could you want?? I will call them again and I have already recommended them to neighbors and friends. Thank you Jay.
Description of Work: Removed two large trees, trimmed many others (including neighbors'), ground out stumps from other 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
$2,300

arthur J.
10/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We never could get scheduling to work out for the deal to take place. It is geographically unfeasible.
Description of Work: I purchased the Big Deal $199 for $400 of Tree Care Services

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0

$199

Jessica B.
09/2014
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
Jay and his crew did an awesome job. The front of our house looks so much better, and our trees and yard in general. He and his crew thoroughly explained what they were doing and why. He did part of the job in the late spring after our flowers bloomed so that we will have blooms for next year. I appreciate he fit us in to accomplish this. Before the job, he spent about an hour explaining what he recommended and what we should do right away vs. what could wait. We really appreciated this as we wanted to budget the project over time.
Description of Work: Pruned overgrown bushes in front of house, removed some bushes and small trees, and pruned some 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

Kearney K.
09/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I was anxious about having tree work done because my trees are very close to my house and inaccessible to a bucket truck. I needed an arborist who could rig in tight spots. Mike and his two man crew are awesome. On time, took down two diseased ash trees and a large ailanthus that was on both my and my neighbors roofs. They trimmed the mulberry off my house, raised the crown and just gave the tree some needed TLC. Cleaned up after themselves. Great guys, hard working and good at what they do. I will definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: took down three trees and trimmed a third.

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
$2,075

Maureen P.
08/2014
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
The Specialized Rigging and Tree Care Team did an amazing job for 3 full days. They climbed and pruned meticulously in a restorative way so that the trees and bushes will now grow with better light and generating better health for these specimens. I appreciated their professionalism and how they kept the project under control. At no time did our yard look unruly and at the end of each day, you wouldn't even know that they were here because of the complete cleanup they provide. It was refreshing to work with Jay and his crew! I am so thankful for the little extra tasks they helped me out with too!
Description of Work: A complete yard of Arborist services on both very mature trees and bushes as well as younger specimens.

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
$6,000

Christine N.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Jay was very knowledgeable as an aborist and he was friendly and easy to work with. He took a walk through my yard at the end and gave me lots of extra information about trees. His staff were very skilled and professional. I have already recommended his company to several friends.
Description of Work: Jay and his crew cut down 10 trees in my 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
$5,000

Jean W.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Our town has a beetle infestation and the city as put a ban on taking wood out of the county. The company informed me that they were not aloud to service the area till the ban was taken off. The directed me to contact Angie's List for a refund.
Description of Work: I bought a Big Deal for $199 for $400 of Tree Care Service.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199

Yash S.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I received a message from them that they do not service my area. I will not be able to use this deal with them.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for $199 for $400 of tree care service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$199

Kamala M.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Jay had previously come out and done a walk around with me to assess the various trees on the property. I appreciated his knowledge in identifying the types of trees, condition, and needed care. He provided an estimate broken down by tree, so that I could make decisions based on urgency and budget. He kept good records so that in later telephone discussions it was easy to discuss specific items. Once the work was agreed upon, Jay asked if I needed the work done by a specific date. I did not, so it was a few weeks until they came. Jay called a couple of days ahead and he and the crew showed up as scheduled. The crew was very knowledgeable and efficient and did an excellent job cleaning up. No debris from the work or the workers was left behind.
Description of Work: Jay provided an assessment of trees on the property. He and his crew subsequently removed two large trees.

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
$2,300

Pamela L.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a great job and their price was fair. They cleaned up after themselves very well. They were knowledgeable, pleasant and I would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: They pruned two trees and removed some unwanted tree and shrub growth.

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
$300

Robert J.
06/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I had a bunch of abrovitae's that needed trimming. They came out immediately after I purchased the deal for an estimate and did the work a few days later. The service went well and they have a good reputation. I liked the actual work and they cleaned up nicely but after the fact I thought it was expensive.
Description of Work: I purchased a big deal for $199 for $400 of Tree Care Service.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Janice B.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Showed up on time and went right to work. They removed an area of old bushes that became overgrown and then removed the big dead tree on the property line. The tree hung over onto my neighbor's property and I was concerned about damage but they were very careful. Another tree began to grow close to my fence. Jay informed me that it was a walnut tree and it would get huge. Eventually, iIt would break the fence and the canopy would overtake both my home and my neighbor's. He gave me a great price and removed that too. He saved me from having to spend a lot more down the road. They did a great job cleaning up before they left. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: Removed large dead tree, brush and bushes.

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
$775

nicki P.
06/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They were prompt with communication and estimation of the job. The cost was just too high for us to afford even with the Big Deal.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Patrick G.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very punctual, professional, did nice job
Description of Work: trimmed 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

Kymberlee O.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The estimate I received from Specialized was very competitive to what I received elsewhere. The job they did was absolutely excellent. Everything was done exactly as discussed, and they even did some extra pruning that was needed without charging anything additional. My neighbor also hired them on the spot to do some work for him, and he was also impressed with their work. Will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: I had one tree removed and several others had major limbs removed/pruned

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
$900

ANDREW H.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Thought the whole experience was fantastic and I would highly recommend Jay and his team. They were very pucnctual, professional and are experts in their craft. Jay was very responsive in our planning and we were able to develop a plan to execute on -- the outcome was great. I wish all contractors were as easy to deal with.
Description of Work: Cleared trees and limbs from my yard.

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
$1,100

Judith C.
05/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I wasn’t able to take advantage of the offer because the price they quoted was too high.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal with this company for $400 worth of tree care services.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Deirdre G.
04/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The vendor was very nice to deal with and send 2 different quotes and explained what work they would be able to do. I had an unexpected expense and can't work with the quotes I was given at this time but when I can will probably check with the vendor again.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199

Ann M.
04/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a great job pruning the trees and cleaning up afterwards. The trees look terrific-I am very pleased with their professionalism and knowledge.
Description of Work: Pruned black oaks and two ornamental trees

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
$1,000

Linda G.
04/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I bought a big deal to have tree work done. Jay was very responsive and we communicated by e-mail. Jay came to the house and looked at the work we wanted completed. After reviewing his proposal, we decided that the cost was too high and have elected to use another company.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$199

Albert S.
04/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
It went well but the Norway maple was not trimmed to my satisfaction until I asked them about it after they had most of their gear put away and were about to leave. They did correct my concerns without complaint but it would have been easier if they asked if I was satisfied before starting to wrap up. I felt they were looking for some extra money but they said that was up to me so I gave them an additional 20.00 dollars because that's all I had. The problem with trimming versus complete removal is being on the same page. What they have in mind may not be the same as what one has in mind. Make sure during the estimate it is very clear. They did a great job but that was unfortunate. My other concern was scheduling. We discussed Thursdays and Fridays were not good days but the first attempt to schedule was a call the day before Valentines for Valentines day(a Friday) and finally when the work was done it was a phone call on Thursday for a Friday but I figured I'd just get it done before the weather changed.
Description of Work: Trimmed an ornamental dogwood and a Norway maple

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
$1,100

Contact information

P.O. Box 304, Hingham, MA 02043

http://www.specializedtree.com

Service hours

Sunday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Tree Service,
Lawn and Yard Work

FAQ

Specialized Rigging & Tree Care is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Monday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Specialized Rigging & Tree Care accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Specialized Rigging & Tree Care offers free project estimates.
Yes, Specialized Rigging & Tree Care offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Specialized Rigging & Tree Care does not offer a senior discount.
No, Specialized Rigging & Tree Care does not offer emergency services.
No, Specialized Rigging & Tree Care does not offer warranties.
Specialized Rigging & Tree Care offers the following services: Tree removal, pruning, cabling, low impact tree care, professional tree climbers, natural artistic pruning style.
Spraying or fertilizing

Contact information

P.O. Box 304, Hingham, MA 02043

http://www.specializedtree.com

Service hours

Sunday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM