Sunday, 28 December 2014

Selecting The Right Tree And Stump Removal Company

By Claudine Hodges


If your yard has stubs of trees, you have to remove them right away. Not only are the stumps becoming an eyesore, but they could cause accidents like tripping especially when covered by grass, weeds and other plants. It also takes up space which may have been used more usefully.

After finally deciding to completely remove the stub, your next step is to determine how to do it. You can absolutely remove the stubs by yourself, but you can also hire the services of a professional tree and stump removal Dallas. The latter guarantees a better result much more quickly. Still, you must remember that no two contractors are alike. Most companies in Dallas, TX are legitimate, but there are a few exceptions.

Needless to say, you must first check the company's reputation before deciding to do business with them. Ask the neighborhood who previously hired the company's service with regard to their work ethics and professionalism. You can also check the internet for reviews and testimonials. Best of all, you can visit the Better Business Bureau. This is the best place to verify the company's accreditation and look for any possible complaints at the same time.

If you are confident on the company's reputation, ask for price estimates. If the company quotes an unbelievably low price, do not get swayed easily. Depending on the stump's condition, specialized materials and machines may be required. A very cheap price could mean incomplete projects or unsatisfactory results. Also, be wary of contractors who gives cheap estimates initially, but keeps on asking for more as the project continues. In the end, you could be spending more than what you actually should.

The more quotes you gather, the better. Use these quotes to compare the companies you are eying for. If one company offers extra service as courtesy, give it a thought. Of course, your comparison must not be limited to price alone. The company's professionalism, knowledge, presentation and expertise must also be taken into account.

One more thing that sets apart top-notch contractors from shady ones is their insurance policy. Typically, the companies should have both liability and worker's compensation insurance. This means that the company takes full responsibility in case an accident occurs during the project completion. They are liable in the repair of damaged property or injuries to their workers resulting from any accidents.

Full payments must only be handed after the job has been done satisfactorily in your standards. Many homeowners commit the mistake of trusting a company and entrusting the full payment, only to find out later on that the contractors are not coming back. Only a down payment is required for the project to get started, the rest will be paid in full once the work is completed.

As much as possible, do not transact with door-to-door contractors. If a company bothers to walk from home to home, it is likely they are running out of clients. That rarely happens to a reliable contractor. Also, removing a stub is not something to be decided in a breeze. This requires careful consideration and proper planning.

Depending on the stub's condition, some are easier to remove than the others. Hence, the technique to use also varies consistently. A qualified contractor definitely understands this, so he would take the time studying and analyzing the stump. Only then can he offer real solutions. This is your clear indicator of a reliable contractor.




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