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Expert Tree Svc

Tree Service, Holiday Decorating

About us

Your decision on who to hire for your tree care should not be based on price alone. K Hughes Expert Tree Service is a family business that dates back almost eight decades. Our grandfather started D.E. Hughes and Sons in the early 1930's For almost 80 years, our family tree company has done nothing but tree work. That is experience!! We set up estimates around your schedule and show up on time! We give a fair and reasonable estimate based on your tree care needs on the first estimate. We do not over bid and then give you a major discount to get the job like some of the other tree companies. Our Grandfather always said "Give the best price first, not last". That is professional!! Each of our staff is a trained professional with years of experience. They are trained in tree care, and also trained in safety through OSHA to protect themselves and your property. We carry a two million dollar liability policy, a three million dollar umbrella, with a full workers compensation insurance for tree work. That is insured!!

Business highlights

93 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Tree Care

Services we don't offer

Landscaping.

Amenities

Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.639 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
74%
4
15%
3
3%
2
8%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.3
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 26-39 of 39 reviews

Alfredo V.
09/2016
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Good. Very knowledgable.
Description of Work: Tree health assessment.

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

Maureen M.
07/2016
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Asked for assessment of tree condition and price for removal if necessary. Second and third opinions from certified arborists ensured me the tree is not currently at risk of failure so I decided on pruning and keeping the tree. It is a very large tree in a tight location, original quote did not include cutting the stump to the ground which was disappointing.

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


Response from Expert Tree Svc
It was a pleasure meeting you and thank you for giving us the opportunity to give you an estimate and opinion on your tree. Good luck in the future.

Chris C.
07/2016
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

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you for taking the time to review our work. We do appreciate it, if you need anything in the future please give us a call.

robert P.
06/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Trimmed and wire support on 3 large limbs. Did use a crane as it was quite tall and in a tight spot

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
$900

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you for taking the time to write a review about our work we do appreciate it. If you need us in the future please give us a call.

Fred B.
02/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Removed seven large locust trees. Well done, safely, on time and cleaned up afterward. 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

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you for taking time out of your day to write a review. It was a pleasure getting to know you and your family and we are glad that you are happy with our work.

Alan K.
11/2015
3.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Didn't make initial telephone contact as indicated in e-mail. Showed up with someone waiting for him in truck. Used iPad to determine treatment plan. Told me that I should do the treatment because if he did it, it would be expensive.

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

$99

Response from Expert Tree Svc
As an Arborist I do use the internet to look up the latest treatments that are available for specific varieties of trees. I am not sure if this offended you or if you thought less of me because I used the internet to make sure that I was giving you the best information that I possibly could to try and save your tree. As far as me telling you that you should feed the tree instead of me, I do sometimes tell my customers to do some feedings because I don't want to charge customers for something they can do on their own at a quarter of the cost. It is about doing what is best for customers and their trees. We have always put our customers first and try to save them money and if we can give you ideas of how to save money then that is what we do. If we could be of any service to you in the future we would be glad to come and meet you.

Elaine C.
11/2015
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: knowledgeable advice, but no actual work

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you for your review we know this was an estimate/health assessment so we hope that we gave you some great advise on your tree.

Dorothy K.
10/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Cut down 2 arborvita trees. |Cut lower limbs on 2 other trees. |Stump grinding on 2 of the Arborvita trees. |Arrived when expected. Completed in a timely fashion and cleaned up.

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

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you so much for your kind words. We enjoyed meeting you and also working for you. Please keep us in mind for any future work you may have.

David E.
10/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Assessment of trees in our yard and what makes sense to be worried about and what has been working well

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
$99

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you so much and it was great meeting you and being able to help. Keep us in mind for any future work that you may have.

Andrew C.
09/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Exceptional service, professionalism and knowledge.

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
$5,400

Response from Expert Tree Svc
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to write a review about us. We do greatly appreciate it.

Christine M.
07/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: When I bought my house in 2011, you could not see it from the road because of an enormous tree that was planted way too close to the house. It was in bad shape. Keith came on the same day I called. He was polite and professional. He scheduled the job for later that week, when I wasn't home. When I returned, I was amazed at the difference. The property was left clean and free of debris. They removed the paving stones leading up to the front door, ground down all the remaining roots and replaced the stones. One person told me she hadn't realized there was a house there, that's how huge the tree had been! I was very pleased.

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 Expert Tree Svc
It was a pleasure working for you. Everytime we pass you house we always remember and talk about that huge tree in the front yard and how much it changed taking the tree down. If you ever need us just give us a call.

Karen B.
08/2012
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Angie's List really gave us a winner. Tree services can vary greatly in professionalism, and Angie's List sent me to the best. Expert Tree Service was quick to respond to our request to see what we needed and give us an accurate offer. They were a pleasure to work with on the details and none of those details changed when the job was done. Everything went as they had promised , arrived on time and the price was as we'd agreed. They came in with a large crew and all the correct equipment and cleaned up afterwords. I gave them an A+ on all rating except price. That's my fault because nobodies perfect and I'm basically cheap. The price was very fair even by my cheap b****** standards. I would recommend Expert Tree Service to anyone that wants a hassle free job done well. And the Angie Coupon paid for her services for years to come.
Description of Work: We have a small apartment complex with some tall tree hanging over the building. There were 5 problem trees all close to the building and questionable in a storm. Expert Tree Service brought in two bucket trucks, 8 husky lads and 6 feet line of chain saws. These trees were not for amateurs. The crew arrived at 7:30 AM, got right to work, didn't take any breaks until lunch, got back to work and cleaned up beautifully by 3PM.

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
$2,500

Christine M.
05/2012
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I bought a historic home which was almost invisible from the road due to the enormous tree in front. There was an out-of-control Norwegian Spruce which had been planted way too close to the house and I was afraid it would fall on the house. Keith Hughes came the same day that I called him to look at the job. He was very pleasant and explained in detail what had to be done. He showed me his certificates of insurance and several reference letters. Keith explained about how they put wood down to prevent damage to the lawn and said they would clean up thoroughly. He suggested having the stump ground down, which I agreed to. The work was done the same week. I was not there when they were working, but could not believe how immaculate the property was left. They even took up the walkway pavers and ground down the roots which had been causing them to buckle, they carefully replaced the pavers and it looked great. I was thrilled with the professionalism and the quality of the work.
Description of Work: They removed a very large Norwegian Spruce which towered over my house and was going up through the power lines. They ground down the stump and the exposed roots. There is no evidence that there was ever a tree there!

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

John S.
03/2012
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very professional job. Laid down plywood to prevent trucks from sinking into lawn. Came around 8:00 a.m. Were gone and job was done by time I got home from work. I really don't know how they could have done it better.
Description of Work: Took down Chinese elm. Removed all brush. Left usable firewood as requested. Ground stump. Also removed storm damage from nearby maple. Cleaned up thoroughly, Left yard in perfect condition.

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
$1,620
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Contact information

PO Box 462, Hurley, NY 12443


Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Insured
State Contractor License Requirements

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Service Categories

Tree Service,
Holiday Decorating

FAQ

Expert Tree Svc is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Expert Tree Svc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
No, Expert Tree Svc does not offer free project estimates.
No, Expert Tree Svc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Expert Tree Svc offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Expert Tree Svc offers emergency services.
No, Expert Tree Svc does not offer warranties.
Expert Tree Svc offers the following services: Tree Care
Landscaping.

Contact information

PO Box 462, Hurley, NY 12443


Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day