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ILER TREE SVC

Tree Service, Firewood

About us

3 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. CHARGES A FLAT RATE. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.

Business highlights

49 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

TREE REMOVAL, FEEDING, STUMP REMOVAL & PLANTING.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.922 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
91%
4
5%
3
0%
2
0%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-22 of 22 reviews

Christopher M.
02/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Fast and quick quote followed by prompt removal
Description of Work: Cut down a tree and removed a small 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
$200

John H.
08/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Iler tree service did an excellent job and I definitely got my money's worth. Out of 4 Tree services they were the 3rd one I called and the first one to reply. Their estimate was very competitive and James also agreed to chop the tree into 14-16 inch logs for me to split for firewood. Being out of work I knew this alone would help save money heating my home come winter. James and his crew went above and beyond, removing a stump from another dead tree, removing brush and branches from the surrounding area and branches hanging from neighboring properties at no extra charge. They were courteous and cleaned up after they finished not only my property but anything that may have fallen in the neighboring properties. I also like the fact that James is not only the owner but he is up there doing the work with his crew. Some of the Tree Services I met with made it seem like a difficult task because the trees were located in my backyard and I had a narrow driveway. None of the companies I asked would cut the logs for firewood. James made it like this was business as usual and the above factors were not a problem. For this reason, I chose Iler Tree service for the job and will use them again when the time comes.
Description of Work: Tree Removal and Two Trees 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
$2,000

Ann S.
11/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Mary A.
08/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Absolutely excellent !
Description of Work: Removed 1 extremely large tree...trimmed nearby tree and removed medium size 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
$1,800

Keith K.
04/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Tree trimming. Did what was requested professionally.

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
$1,400

Timothy D.
03/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Routine periodic tree trimming. |The job was done to my satisfaction in a professional manner. The owner is fully involved and the clean up was near perfect.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Ann C.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We have used James Iler's services twice: once to remove trees that had fallen in Irene; another to do general cleanup. We have many 50-60 ft trees in our yard. He can be difficult to reach because he is always busy and sometimes his answering machine is full. But he is worth the wait! For the second job, Mr. Iler and two workers spent 4 days on our property. They were punctual, professional and cleaned the yard beautifully. Mr. Iler is always on the job and is usually the one to climb the trees. He is extremely knowledgeable and I feel he gave a very honest assessment of the condition of our trees. He assured us that a few trees we were concerned about were fine and posed no risk. In the case of a very large tree where the trunk had split in two that was located close to our outside kitchen, he assured us that we could save the tree by cabling the trunks together at the top. That tree survived Sandy, when several others fell. Both times we used his service, his price was significantly lower than other competitors we priced. We highly recommend him to friends and neighbors.
Description of Work: Removed 7 large trees that were dead and pruned another approximately 10-12 very large trees. Also cabled a 60 ft tree that had grown apart into 2 shoots. Ground the stumps and removed most of wood, except an amount we asked to save.

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
$7,000

DONNA S.
05/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Mr. Iler arrived on time. His men carefully moved all chairs, tables, hanging baskets, and anything that could be damaged by falling branches. They worked carefully and efficiently. There was no wasted time. Everyone was pleasant and hard working. Toward the end of the work I began to sweep an area. One of his men said, "No. We'll take care of everything." All trees were pruned artistically and aesthetically. It was the best job I have gotten in twenty years of owning my home. They worked hard and did a complete job. I was very very satisfied.
Description of Work: Mr. Iler trimmed all the trees on my property which took more than 5 hours. There were about 5 large trees and about 9 smaller trees. I wanted more light and sun on my property as the trees had become quite dense. I have had my trees pruned before, but they seemed to have grown quite a bit in the last few years. I hadn't had a big job in quite a while.

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

Anthony M.
03/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Called Mr. Iler and he came out the next day. The estimate was much lower than other people who had offered to complete the job. We then scheduled the work and they came out while I was at work. They brought in all the necessary equipment and took down our 25 ft pine (Christmas) tree with a wingspan of at least 14 feet. You would have never known they were there. When I left the house in my morning it was the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting ceremony and when I arrived home I was on the ground at Giants Stadium. Great work!
Description of Work: Removal of 2 trees and 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

Kirti I.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Cleaned up some extra trees
Description of Work: .

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

Melinda G.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
After the initial estimate it was agreed upon the guys came back the very next day. We were asked to have all vehicles out of the driveway by 9.30 in anticipation of their arrival. Sure enough bang on time the crew showed up, ready to start. No more than 90 minutes later the tree was removed and debris was gone. Shortly after that the grinder arrived to remove the stump. All in all from first cut to last sweep the job was done in a morning. Very tidy, very fast and absolutely fantastic service!!
Description of Work: Removal of half dead 50ft Maple

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
$600

S S D.
10/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The process was a great success.
Description of Work: After Hurricane Irene I had a leaning locust tree in my back yard. It was leaning into a larger adjacent oak tree. The locust was quite large and extremely tall. I contacted several tree services for estimates. Iler Tree Service was the most reasonable. I arranged to have the work done while I was away on holiday. When I returned, the tree had been removed. There was no sign that anyone had been on my property. The area was absolutely spotless. Mr. Iler had even trimmed a branch from the oak tree that had been damaged by the leaning tree. He and his crew were efficient, knowledgeable, and dependable. I will be having him do some trimming on my large oaks and hickories in the next few months

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
$1,400

John M.
10/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
After seeing all the tree damage in my neighborhood caused by hurricane Irene, I decided to have a giant oak tree removed from my back yard that posed a significant damage risk. The tree was an incredibly massive split oak, that, if it were to topple, would have caused major damage to anything and everything in its path. I had made many calls to tree services but only two returned my calls, ILER Tree being one of the two. Having used this service once before, we agreed on the work to be done and the price. I soon received in the mail the requisite insurance, workmen?s comp; etc documentation. We were good to go. The tree, because of its size required a crane and because of its location (backyard), presented a logistical challenge. ILER Tree came the day before and prepped the area by removing fencing, arbor, pavers and laying down paneling on the ground to protect the lawn from the heavy equipment they were about to bring in. The following day, a giant crane was backed into the yard. This was a tight fit and I was amazed that not even a drain gutter was dinked. Also, trucks and wood chipper were brought in to haul the tree away. James ILER and his crew were professional and quickly got down to business. They were efficient, coordinated an professional as each team member performed their specific task with James in the trees cutting branches, the crane operator carefully lowering the cut to the ground and the ground crew making quick work of the felled branch. This process was repeated all day until the tree was dispatched. After the job was complete, they reinstalled my fence, arbor and paving stones. I was very surprised at the great job they did putting it all back together. It was like they were never there. Over all, I am very satisfied with the work that was done and would HIGHLY recommend ILER Tree Service to anyone looking to have a tree removed, thinned out or cabled.
Description of Work: I had an immense oak tree removed from my back yard. A major job requiring heavy machinery.

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
$5,900

Lane B.
08/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We initially called three tree services to examine the tree and surroundings and provide estimates for the necessary work. Two responded promptly; Mr. Iler did not, and I had to call again a week or two later to make contact. I almost did not follow up, because one of the other two seemed knowledgeable and cooperative and probably would have done good work. However, when Mr. Iler kept the promised appointment, his estimate was significantly more reasonable, and we are very glad that we did not give up on reaching him.
Description of Work: A dead and leaning elm tree in our backyard in Scotch Plains needed to be removed, along with a large dead portion of another tree. Mr. Iler personally climbed the trees and did the skilled work himself, just as he promised, using his crew to move the heavy equipment up the lawn and provide backup and assistance. Upon completion, I questioned leaving one almost dead, small tree next to the removed tree. Mr. Iler promised that if it bothered me, he would come back and take it down. When I called after a few days to say that I thought it needed to come down, he fulfilled his promised promptly. I came home a few days later to find it gone.

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

Marjorie S.
08/2011
1.0
firewood
  + -1 more
Not responsive
Description of Work: I called to request a quote for firewood. I left a message with name, number, and what I wanted to know. After 1.5 weeks called again left another message. Still have not had a response.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Roy K.
05/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Wow! Everything went exactly as promised for an excellent price. Mr. iler comes with a small crew but he is the guy who climbs up in the tree and does the actual cutting. It's a marvel to watch him in action while he hangs from the side of the tree with a chainsaw in his hand. It gave me a whole new sense of gratitude for having a desk job. His crew cleans up everything nicely while he does the cutting. He told me someone would come to remove the stumps in two days and sure enough, I came home from work two days later and the stumps were gone.
Description of Work: Cut and removed medium size dead tree and smaller dying tree. He also arranged for removal of stumps from those 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
$700

Eugeniya H.
03/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The service was outstanding: Mr. Iler promptly returned my phone call, went to evaluate the situation and gave me his appraisal. His price was lower than the ones given to us by other companies. Mr.Iler removed the branch over garage, from the tree that was struck by the lightening. He came the following day to finish up the job. I communicated with him over the phone - the job was done for my elderly mother-in-law. He did everything as promised, and my husband paid for the services by sending him a check. I would not hesitate to use him in the future.
Description of Work: Cut and remove fallen tree branch.

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

David H.
01/2011
5.0
firewood
  + -1 more
The firewood delivered was excellent and I will be ordering more for this season as well as next fall. Additionally, the price for the wood was the lowest as compared to any other quote.
Description of Work: I purchased 3 cords of 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
$525

Gil P.
11/2010
4.0
firewood
  + -1 more
Mr. Iler runs his own show and is proud of this fact. He returns the phone calls, sets up his own schedule, and makes the deliveries. The measure of firewood I received was good compared to purchases made in recent years from other suppliers and the price was inline with what I expected to pay based on past purchases from others. Having bought firewood in the past, I know that stacking of the firewood is not included in the price so if you are not planning on doing this yourself, be sure to ask for a quote on the labor. Bottom line - if you need firewood - Mr. Iler will meet your needs promptly and professionally. UPDATE: A little bit disappointed that the wood was not better seasoned. If you are buying from Iler, just be sure to insist that the wood be seasoned or it will be a chore to get the fire going.
Description of Work: Ordered a 1/2 Cord of Firewood

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$125

Patricia A.
04/2010
5.0
firewood, tree service
  + 0 more
He has been trimming my trees since we moved into the area. He did a very professional job. He has a degree in forestry. He is not just your average joe blow. He knows his trees and arboriculture. I contact three different tree services and go with whoever gives me the best price. You can do very well with Iler if you are very flexible. If you say that you can pay in cash or you are flexible and they can schedule you in, it works out very well. If you tell them that they don't have to haul it away and can just cut it up for firewood, you can use these negotiating tips to get the best deal. He's personable and I can't say anything bad about him. He has been here about six times and he gives me free firewood. He comes with a five-ton dump truck and fills up my driveway. It took five years to use it all up.
Description of Work: I used Iler Tree Service to prune some trees. We have a set of white pine trees and the maples were encroaching on them and they were not getting any sunlight. He very professionally cut all the branches that would take light. There were four trees total and he took down a dead Norwegian Spruce pine tree that was about 60 feet high.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

jane S.
10/2008
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did an excellent job. They did arrive on time and did quality work. He is a very nice guy. Their price was very reasonable. I have recommend them and I would use them again.
Description of Work: They came and cut these big limbs for me at my home and did a good 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

01/2006
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
ILER TREE HAS REALLY EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE. THEY ARE POLITE, COURTEOUS AND HAVE VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES. I WILL BE USING THEM AGAIN IN THE FUTURE AND WOULD BE HAPPY TO GIVE THEM A GOOD RECOMMENDATION.
Description of Work: THEY TRIMMED THE TREES ON OUR 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
$700

    Contact information

    1850 WOOD RD, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076


    Licensing

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    Service Categories

    Tree Service,
    Firewood

    FAQ

    ILER TREE SVC is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
    ILER TREE SVC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, ILER TREE SVC offers free project estimates.
    No, ILER TREE SVC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, ILER TREE SVC does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, ILER TREE SVC offers emergency services.
    No, ILER TREE SVC does not offer warranties.
    ILER TREE SVC offers the following services: TREE REMOVAL, FEEDING, STUMP REMOVAL & PLANTING.

    Contact information

    1850 WOOD RD, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076