subject: Tree Removal Atlanta: Why Choose Us To Remove Your Trees? [print this page] First we specialize in tree removal and provide great service at an unbeatable price. You can review our testimonials (link). It will speak to the quality of our tree removal work and our integrity.
With regard to price we are so convinced that we can offer you the best price on your tree removal job that if we fail to give you the lowest price we will take 10% off your lowest quote and still provide you with top quality service on your tree removal job!
So why would you want to remove a tree anyway? As a tree service, tree removal is a lot of what we do. We love our job but we always want to remove trees for the right reasons. Below is a list of the most common reasons.
3-D (Dead, Dying, Diseased): One of the most popular reasons for tree removal is that the tree is dead, dying, diseased. This is also the most justifiable reason to for tree removal. The tree is dead or near death and needs to be removed before it becomes a hazard to people and structures around it (See Liability Issues below)
Storm Damaged or Injured Trees: Sometimes storm damage may just be a broken limb that doesnt compromise the tree but it is good idea to have any tree that has lost a large limb inspected by a tree professional who can do a risk assessment on the tree to make sure more limbs arent injured and waiting to fall. We provide this service for free. I once had an 8 limb fall from a damaged tree onto my head and I probably wouldnt be writing this if it werent for my hard hat. I still suffered a minor concussion, sore back and busted lip with a hard hat on. Granted a tree limb falling on you isnt likely but neither is getting struck by lightning and most of us try to avoid that risk. Injured trees are more likely to fail/fall but injuries dont always necessitate tree removal. We and most true tree service professionals offer free inspections.
Tree outgrows its area: Trees close to a house is a real catch 22 situation. On the one hand the shade that trees provide lowers cooling costs in the summer and provides a buffer from winter wind. On the other hand the reduction in sunlight can contribute to mold and rotten wood causing maintenance costs to increase (this is coved in more detail in the maintenance section below). Trees to close to houses can also allow unwanted pests like squirrels and mice to enter the attic. A client of ours had us remove some trees touching his house because a family of squirrels had gotten in his attic and trampled his insulation and chewed electrical wires. He spent a lot of money having someone trap and remove the squirrels, repair the holes they chewed in the roof eaves, and then had to re-insulate and rewire the attic. In cases where limbs are actually in contact with the house the constant swaying of the trees can lead to damaged shingles or siding.
Sometimes when a tree is too close to a house we can simply trim or prune the tree limbs away from the house but if many limbs need to be removed it can cause the tree to no longer be aesthetically pleasing. In that case it may be better to remove the tree and plant another more compact growing tree or simply choose a more suitable location.
Tree roots cause a problem: Unfortunately tree roots sometimes clog up your septic system, or they can crack your driveway, sidewalk, pool or foundation. Since there is no way to stop this other than tree removal it is always best to do some research or consult a landscape professional when choosing a location for trees around a house or driveway. Often people fail to understand the mature growth size of a tree before they plant it or they just plan to sell the house before it reaches maturity leaving the next owner to have to pay a professional tree service to remove the tree.
Impact on surrounding landscape: Due to their size trees can dominate smaller plants. Homeowners should choose bushes or shrubs that can tolerate the competition for sunlight and water or they have to live with a landscape not performing at its full potential. Grass that isnt performing well under a tree can be helped by increasing water and fertilizer but some grasses only do well in full sunlight. While it may be cheaper to remove the tree, if you love the tree you might consult a landscape professional about changing to a different kind of grass to save the tree.
Impact on home value: While the right tree in the right location can increase a homes value the wrong tree can hurt home values. Often we can improve the curb appeal of a house in the woods by raising the tree canopy which is simply removing the lower limbs blocking the view of the house from the road. Unfortunately sometimes to improve the curb appeal we have to resort to tree removal.
Additions or Renovations: Sometimes two things cannot occupy the same spot. Such is the case of a tree and your new garage, home expansion, driveway, etc. Usually in these cases tree removal is the only option and if you are feeling down about removing your favorite tree you can always plant another one. Even if it doesnt mature in our lifetime our kids or someone elses kids may enjoy it.
Liability issues: I am not a lawyer but this is how falling trees are typically interpreted according to the law. If the tree was not obviously dead or diseased you are not considered to be negligent or at fault for the tree falling. You remove the portion of the tree that falls on your property and your neighbor is responsible for tree removal and repairs to his property. You are only responsible for your property in this instance. If the tree that falls is dead or diseased the neighbor could sue and some insurance policies have a clause saying that they are not responsible for dead or diseased trees. If this were to happen you could be held accountable for damage to the neighbors property and your insurance not pay if they have a clause about dead or diseased trees. On the flip side if you have a neighbor with a dead tree the best way to protect yourself is to notify them in writing and let them know 99% of professional tree services will give a free assessment. Then if the tree falls on your house you can use the written notice to place the cost of removal on your neighbor.
Maintenance: I dont know many people who like to clean gutters. I actually could start a gutter cleaning business with the number of calls I get looking for a good cheap gutter cleaner. Everyone wants a cheap gutter cleaner but all the cheap ones I know arent insured and therefore I refuse to refer them out. Unfortunately clogged gutters are worse than not having gutters at all. Clogged downspouts cause the water to overflow onto the face(fascia) boards and water trapped behind the gutters causes them to rot. So that leaves (pun intended) us to all a gutter cap. Otherwise clean them yearly after all leaves have fallen and if you get fed up with that we are a tree removal specialist.
Peace of Mind: We often remove trees because some people lay awake on stormy nights because of a particular tree or trees that rock in the wind and looms over the house. Unfortunately the only way to insure a tree doesnt fall on the house is to remove all large trees within striking distance. It can be costly to remove a lot of trees near your house and sometimes this alleviates the fear but leaves some regret. Often fears can be calmed by having a tree service professional inspect the trees to make sure none of them have any defects that would make them a higher than normal threat. If a tree needs to be removed you dont need to beat yourself up for being a tree killer. Simply plant a new native tree at a better location on your property and you are doing your part to renew the growth cycle. They plant a tree for every dollar donated and you can even specify the location by US State or country. Cut a tree in your yard and have a couple planted in a non harvest location within your same state or even choose to replant rainforests in Africa and Latin America.
