Other Tree Companies

PRUNING AND REMOVAL.  These are a few companies which offer services such as pruning, cabling, removal, lightning protection, bracing, stump grinding, etc.

Arbor Expert  (989) 839-2614  mainly Midland Area (Certified Arborist) pruning, cabling, bracing and removal

Kindy Tree Service  (989) 633-9960  mainly Midland Area

Truedell's Northern Tree Care  (989) 781-8733  mainly Saginaw Area (Certified Arborists) pruning, specialty pruning and removal.

Dale's Tree Service  (989) 832-4175 (pruning and removal)

Jack's Tree Service (989) 752-6626  (pruning and removal)

Allen Benjamin Tree Care  (989) 777-8001 Saginaw, Frankenmuth  

Allen Benjamin Tree Care  (989) 893-8688 Bay City, Auburn 

Hunter's Tree Service  (989) 662-2652  (pruning and removal)

When contracting with any company, it is important to ask for a detailed proposal for what work is to be done, identifying the trees to be worked on by species (or common name) and location.  And ask for proof of insurance, (see below.)  A company which is reluctant to provide a detailed proposal or show you proof of insurance is probably not a company that you want to do business with.

REMOVAL

If trees are to be removed, be sure to clearly mark the trees so that there can be no mistakes.  We have seen the wrong trees removed, an action that cannot be undone.  Climbing spurs may be used on trees which are to be removed.

PRUNING and/or CABLING

The proposal should identify the trees to be pruned by location and species (or common name) and what type of pruning is to be done.  Trees which have to be climbed for pruning or cabling should NEVER be climbed with climbing spurs.  Oak trees and elm trees should not be pruned during the spring and summer months unless it is for cleanup of storm damage.  If oaks or elms are pruned in the warm months, the wounds should be sealed.

INSURANCE

You have a right to see proof of liability insurance.  Do not just accept verbal assurance that a company is "fully insured."  Most reputable companies will have a copy of their insurance declarations sheet to show to you or give to you.  Look for at least one million dollar liability coverage.