Before you request an estimate
Note the tree’s approximate size, its location, nearby structures, and access for equipment. Photos can help a professional understand the setting, but an on-site assessment may still be necessary.
What changes the scope
Tree size, condition, equipment access, nearby buildings, utility lines, debris hauling, and stump work can all affect the work involved. Ask for an itemized written estimate.
Ask what is included
Confirm whether the estimate includes cutting, hauling, cleanup, stump grinding, and any required permissions. Removal and stump work may be priced separately.