FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Unfortunately bidding tree jobs sight unseen is extremely difficult as there are a ton of factors that really will make the job exponentially more difficult. For this reason I do my best to bid a range with the high number being the worst case scenario. Type of tree, if it has ever been pruned prior (or pruned badly), location, and structural integrity are the big factors in pricing. I will do any or 3 levels of pruning which will vary in price a good deal. 1. Remove all dead, problem growth, clear all roof lines, inspect structure of tree, and lighten all burdened limbs. 2. Remove dead larger than quarter diameter, problem growth, clear roof, lighten limbs. 3. Remove large dangerous dead, and any growth that is urgent to tree or property. My overhead is very low, and my skill and pride in quality is high. Given that I'm confident my customers all receive extremely high value for what ever they pay me to do.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Initially I want to understand what my customers goals, priorities, and concerns for their trees are before beginning. This way I can make realistic recommendations based on the results they desire, as well as what is actually going to benefit their tree in the long run. My goal is a customer that gets what they want aesthetically, and a tree that's health is promoted, so it will thrive in years to come.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been worked as an Arborist for the previous 2 years with O'Brien Tree Care out of Golden CO. We specialize in difficult removals, technical rigging, pruning, and of course standard tree maintenance. I also hold a BS in Biology, and a MS in Secondary Science Education. I worked for DPS as a High School Physics, Biology, and Earth Science teacher for 5 years prior to going into the tree business full time. My ability to teach makes blending customer's expectations with the health needs of their trees very smooth.