ISA Certified Arborist MA-4529A
ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor
Maryland Licences Tree Expert #2067
Absolute Tree Inc is a full tree management company perfroming all phases of tree care. We are ISA certified arborists. BBB Accredited, member of ISA, TCIA, ASCA, and SIMA. Eco friendly company. All material everyday is recycled.
Always ask your service provider to provide proof of there business license, gen liability and most important work comp.
Additional service area: district of columbia only for larger jobs.
Business highlights
23 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Eco Friendly
Services we offer
Tree service - tree management, plant health care, crown pruning, thinning, deep root fertilization, restoration, tree & stump removal, cabling, crane service, firewood & wood chipping. Snow removal, bobcat/loader, salt & sand application.
They cut down a tree in my front yard. The best thing was that they were able to come when I wasn't home. They knew exactly what to do, where to go, and what I wanted them to do. The only issue I had with them was it was kind of lengthy of a time period of them first visiting and then getting the whole job completed.
Description of Work: This was for cutting down a tree.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
Joseph W.
04/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Everything went just fine. The crew was delayed by one day due to bad weather and safety concerns, but the job was done the very next day, all debris was removed and the trees are no longer brushing up against the structure when weather comes through.
Description of Work: I have several small to medium size trees that are close to the side of my home that needed to be pruned back from the structure and reshaped.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$515
Michael S.
03/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Mike Todd came out to do the estimate and responded the same day via email. The crew that came to our house were polite, professional and knew exactly what to do! It was a 6-7 hour job and when they finished they cleaned everything up and our trees look great! We would absolutely recommend ABSOLUTE TREE, INC.
Description of Work: 3 Trees trimmed, 1 tree removed, 1 tree planted, and stump grinding.
Rating Category
Rating 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
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a report. It was a pleasure working with you. Happy Spring!
MARILYN M.
03/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Extremely well. They arrived when promised, and were respectful of my property. I always call them for any large trees I need trimmed or removed. When I watch them work, I am glad they are licensed, insured, and provide workman's comp. This work can be very dangerous unless you know what you are doing and can communicate well with your co-workers.
Description of Work: Needed a large dead oak tree removed, and all the wood and debris removed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$855
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a report. We would also like to thank you for the continuous support you have provided our company over the years.
DEBRA V.
02/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
very well...very efficient workers who worked hard the entire time and got more done than I expected. They also did a fantastic job with clean up.
Description of Work: Tree trimming and tree removal
Rating Category
Rating 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 Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a report. It was a pleasure working with you this winter.
Janice C.
02/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
The arborist was very honest and told me that the tree did not need to be trimmed. He suggested that I wait 3 years.
Description of Work: Trim a Crepe Myrtle bush.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Thomas D.
02/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
We were exceptionally pleased with all facets of their service --- very professional and very reasonably priced. Great job in accomplishing the job and cleaning up afterwards. If I ever had any questions, I quickly called or emailed Jill and she was very responsive. Their tree experts (when conducting the initial estimate) were very skilled & knowledgable, leaving me with the distinct confidence that I was receiving top-notch expert advice from subject matter experts...as compared to some of the folks who show up at your door trying to solicit business. Absolute Tree is my "go-to" answer for all future tree / stump removal & planting.
Description of Work: I've used Absolute Tree, Inc on two occasions now: (1) Drop a large tree and stump grinding (August 2016) + tree planting (October 2016) at our rental property; and (2) tree trimming at our house (January 2017).
Rating Category
Rating 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 Absolute Tree Inc
Our staff enjoys hearing those kind words. Our arborist enjoyed meeting and working with you on your project. We are so fortunate to have customers like yourself that pay attention to detail in the quality that we provide. Thank you for choosing Absolute Tree for all your tree care needs.
Janice C.
01/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
The tree specialists came out and inspected my crepe myrtle. He told me that the trimming was not necessary. It should be done every 3-4 years.
Description of Work: trimming a crepe myrtle
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Albert E.
01/2017
2.0
firewood, landscaping, lawn service, tree service
+ 2 more
They missed the tree they were supposed to service. Apparently instructions were so bad they never knew. Owner insisted on payment since crew had come to house. Then the owner argued with me, and asked for more money to come back to come back and service them. The actual tree guys are great, but they don't receive competent instructions and the company stands behind nothing. Now massive branches are raining down in my back yard and on my neighbors exactly what I paid thousands to avoid. My instructions were that I wanted to insure my safety and my neighbors safety, but estimator missed multiple dead trees hanging over neighbors house. Pure laziness.
Description of Work: Trimmed two trees. They forgot to trim a third. Estimator was clearly instructed to insure my safety and that of my neighbors. Totally dropped the ball.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$3,009
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
On July 6 2016 our arborist arrived to provide you with an estimate for the pruning of the crabapple in the front center of your yard, the pruning of the Tulip poplar in the back left section of your yard, the pruning of the Tulip Poplar in the far back section of your yard, and the removal of 2 small dogwood trees in the back right section of your yard. You agreed to the terms and the prices provided. We arrived on August 28th to perform services. While on-site our foreman noticed a smaller tree in the heavily wooded, back right section of your yard. Both you and our estimator/arborist initially missed this tree. After the services had been completed to your satisfaction you called us to have our estimator/arborist return to provide you with a price for the removal of that tree. Our estimator/arborist arrived on August 30th 2016 to provide you a price of $250 for the removal of said tree. You found this price to be too high as your landscaper said he would remove it for $20. You disagreed with the owner about the price and nothing more was said. We are unsure where you think you paid thousands of dollars to perform these services. The total for all the work enumerated above and in our proposal was $652.50. You state that the trees in your backyard are raining down branches. While that may be the case, we cannot be held responsible for all the trees in your backyard, especially the ones we did not prune.
Gordon P.
12/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Service was great from start to finish. Took a long time between estimate and getting on their schedule, but nothing terrible. Office staff were helpful and the work crew were very professional. They listened to concerns before starting and then reviewed everything was to satisfaction before leaving.
Description of Work: Needed a dead tree removed, some other trees trimmed, and an area of scrub brush/trash plants removed.
Rating Category
Rating 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 Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave is such a glowing review. We hope you had a great holiday and have a happy new year.
Kenneth M.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Excellent once all information was exchanged.
Description of Work: Ground Stump
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for leaving us a report. Happy holidays
James B.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
I've used Absolute Tree for several years on an annual basis, both for tree pruning and mosquito treatment. Ashley provides a prompt estimate, usually within a week of contact, and then schedules the work as soon as the estimate is approved. They are not able to use a cherry picker because of how my house is situated next to the street, so they end up climbing and cutting the trees by hand. I've always been pleased with the results.
Description of Work: Pruned a large river birch in a tight space.
Rating Category
Rating 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 Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for the continued support you have given us over the years. We value customers like yourself.
Horace F.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They have the experienced crew and definitely the right equipment to get the job done quickly and efficiently. I would say they are definitely not the cheapest company to do business with, but you get what you pay for. I would hire them again and recommend them to anyone needing tree work completed.
Description of Work: We've used Absolute twice now and we've been pleased with the services provided both times. They just completed work that included trimming of well established trees and cutting down some dead trees. Ended up being about 3-4 hours work. They were not only efficient in getting the job done, but they cleaned up all debris. You would hardly know they had been here. It took them 2-3 weeks to schedule the work once estimate given, as they were very busy --- sign of a good company, in my opinion.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your report. We also appreciate the continued business that you have given us. We look forward to serving you in the future. Don't forget to have our plant health care Arborist look over your landscape in the early spring for any early signs of insect or fungus. Happy fall
Diane P.
11/2016
1.0
tree service
+ -1 more
October 14, 2016 - Michael Todd arrived on time and was professional in appearance and manner. Examined large tree that needed removal. Promised estimate for within day or so. Today is November 11, 2016, and we are still waiting for estimate. It's quite clear that he did not want our business, but we would have preferred that he said that rather than simply not sending an estimate.
Description of Work: Estimate for large tree removal
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Michael Todd emailed this customer their estimate on site. Our proposal went to their junk box. This customer was supposed to change the review last weekend. Which obviously they have not done yet. This happens from time to time due to the joys of emails and spam folders. I would expect if a customer did not receive a proposal they would call the office and follow up with us. Not leave a negative review .
Cathy J.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
We received a timely response on the estimate. It was easy to schedule the work. The team arrived on schedule and were knowledgeable, thorough and efficient in all respects. The yard, sidewalk and street was cleared of all debris as they progressed through each part of the project. They were even able to take care of a few additional odds and ends for us while the equipment was on site. It was an excellent experience overall, and I would gladly recommend them to others for quality, price and professionalism.
Description of Work: We had significant pruning and deadwood removed from a large maple, medium pruning of an elm to selectively thin the canopy and trim branches back from the roof line, and had a large pine tree and two smaller pine trees removed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$990
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for choosing Absolute Tree for all your tree care needs. We look forward to serving you in the future.
Josh R.
10/2016
4.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Back office system is terrible. Great job with trees. We had billing issues we had to deal with. We were invoiced twice for tree in back. We provided proof of payment and problem solved.
Description of Work: Removed two trees and ground stump on one.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Nora F.
10/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They did a great job, they were on time, did what they said they were going to do and charged us exactly what they estimated. This is the second time we have used them and we plan on using them the next time we need tree service. Very professional, they removed two big trees and cleaned up so that there was no debris left.
Description of Work: Trim trees and remove trees
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Christine T.
10/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Everyone I dealt with was professional. They worked around my schedule and did a good clean up job. My Elms look beautiful. I am so pleased and would definitely hire again.
Description of Work: Trimmed two mature Chinese Elms and a mulberry and removed a ~20' holly.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a report. We are glad you were happy with your trees! We look forward to serving you in the future.
BARBARA P.
10/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
We have used them for several years. Very professional and thorough. We will call them again next year.
Description of Work: Reshape and trim maple tree in front yard. Remove dead wood.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
It was a pleasure working with you again. We are fortunate to have customers like yourself. Without you we have nothing. We look forward to serving you in the future and enjoy this beautiful fall weather.
Bernie W.
09/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They cleaned up beautifully. They were on time and very professional. They did everything within 4 hours. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They got rid of all the dead branches in my three trees and cut the canopy back. My oak tree needed a lot of work. They trimmed two bushes for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,205
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for the kind words. It was a pleasure working for you. Enjoy the fall!
Debbie L.
09/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
After 3 quotes, 2 were about the same price for the white oak removal and stump grinding, but Absolute Tree threw in the removal of red oak for free as first time customer. The whole job took 4hrs. They were amazingly quick, professional, maneuvering tree trunks up and over our home and nearby street wires. They were so professional, they found a bird's nest w/baby birds in the tree to be removed, took it out, put it on the truck with a baseball cover to protect the babies, and then after the tree was safely removed, they returned the nest to a tree in our neighbor's yard and secured it safely. The job brought out our male neighbors to watch the process and several asked for their info afterwards they were so impressed.
Description of Work: Had a massive double trunk white oak (from George Washington's original property) and a red oak tree removed (both had tree rot in the trunk and one's roots were encroaching on sewer pipes), and stump ground down. The white oak required a crane to remove and its proximity to our home required expert care to avoid any accidents of hitting our house during the process.
Rating Category
Rating 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
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave is such a positive review. We value you as a customer. We look forward to working with you in the future.
BARBARA P.
09/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Perfect. I've used them three years in a row and will use them going forward. Very professional.
Description of Work: Reshape tree. Remove dead wood.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Lauren S.
09/2016
3.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Did not hire. They were one of three companies bidding on the job, and the least responsive. Had to chase them down to try to get someone here to provide an estimate. Then estimate did not include everything. When emailed about this and what needed to be added, I received two more copies of the very same estimate--no changes Here’s how it went: 8/29 10:53 am- Called to schedule time for an estimate. Told some would call me back. Didn’t happen. 8/30 3:05 pm Called again asking for someone to call me back to schedule a time for an estimate. 8/31 8:30 am Called by the owner who said he would "call me right back” after speaking with one of his workmen about when they could come out. 8/31 4:10 pm Called again to tell them I never heard back from the owner that morning. Office staff tried to reach him, then told me she would call me right back. Didn’t happen. 9/1 Office staff called me this morning to tell me someone would be out "some time this afternoon after 2 p.m.” since I said I would be home after that time, but could not give me anything more specific. Estimator showed up at 4 pm. Competitors were able to schedule their estimates promptly and at a specific time--and arrived on time. 9/2 Received estimate addressed to "Dear Valued Customer" by email, but it did not include everything discussed. Emailed back and asked for a revised estimate. 9/5 - Received two separate emails addressed to “Dear Valued Customer” with estimates from two separate parties. Neither one had been updated with revised information. 9/5 - Wrote them off. This time-consuming lack of organization and accuracy did not leave a good impression with me.
Description of Work: Large tree thinning, bush trimming, cut down small tree and grind stump, grind residual stump
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
$810
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
We are sorry that our communication process did not work out for you. The communication that we have on file along with times is, Customer called and asked to set up appointment to meet. The following day i (Ashley Davis, owner) called to set up appointment. The time line customer wanted did not work with the appoints already set up for the day. I did tell the customer that i would call back once i heard back form my arborist working a different territory. It did take a few hours before i heard back from him. He meet with the customer and emailed the proposal after they meet. Once the estimate was received she emailed us back the following day asking us to edit the proposal which was done. As soon as she received it she said she received a lower bid and began to slam us for our price being so high and the content used in the proposal. These are customers we do NOT want to work with. We try our best to be the best everyday. We strive to provide the best arborculture practices for our clients. Those who work with us and see our knowledge and practices on site know this. Again we are sorry that this did not work out for you. Good luck with your project.
Stephanie T.
09/2016
3.0
tree service
+ -1 more
While they were on time and did decent work, lack of communication from the owners/management has left me with a bad taste in my mouth. One tree that they were supposed to be pruning they cut every branch of 25 feet up leaving me with no privacy from my neighbors. It was not clear from the proposal or from anything they said prior to cutting the limbs that this is what was intended. After several follow-up emails and texts I have received no response from the ownership. Not even anything to say were sorry there was a miscommunication.
Description of Work: Remove several trees and prune several others.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
5.0
$3,500
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
I do apologize for this situation. There was a tree that we serviced that was over pruning to there liking. We did prune it per the proposal. We do try be as detailed as possible to avoid issues like this. The growth removed will be back within 1 year. Very sorry for this.
Bob M.
08/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They arrived at scheduled date and were very professional and safety conscious doing there work.
Description of Work: Large tree removed and stumped grinded.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$650
Response from Absolute Tree Inc
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a report.
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Service Categories
Tree Service,
Firewood
FAQ
Absolute Tree Inc is currently rated 4.8 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
Absolute Tree Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Absolute Tree Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Absolute Tree Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Absolute Tree Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Absolute Tree Inc offers emergency services.
No, Absolute Tree Inc does not offer warranties.
Absolute Tree Inc offers the following services: Tree service - tree management, plant health care, crown pruning, thinning, deep root fertilization, restoration, tree & stump removal, cabling, crane service, firewood & wood chipping. Snow removal, bobcat/loader, salt & sand application.