Two huge limbs of our maple trees came down during the recent windstorm, and we were on the search…read morefor a crew who could cut down the limbs which were nearing close to the power lines in order to make sure that we and our neighbors were safe.
I called 4 different tree services, which had a wide range of prices, everything from $875 to $1500! The $1500 price had said they'd have to hire a crew of 3 people and would be at our house all day. Yikes! We didn't hire them.
Then, I contacted Larry at Treehappy by email. Because we didn't hear from him for 3 days, he apologized for the late response, saying that he usually responds better to voicemails, but how could I know that? he reasoned. I appreciated his apology, and his warmth, directness, and his willingness to reach out.
During his free inspection, he offered the lowest fee (not knowing the other estimates), and also discussed with great wisdom, what might need to happen in years to come (to take down the tree as it was mostly dead), as well as the city permit we would need to get, as these were city trees. He assured us that it would be finished within a few hours, and it was! They also cleaned up all the debris, including debris that they did not cut down!
We hired him on the spot!
I liked that he worked with us within our price range, that his crew was incredibly efficient, and also responsible; one of the guys accidentally trimmed 1 extra limb and offered us money for it! Of course, we didn't take it, but his and Treehappy's level of accountability was extraordinary!
We couldn't be happier! I see why Treehappy has its name! We are so happy, and you can bet that we'll be calling them again when that tree needs to come down!
If you want a warm and friendly, responsive, efficient, and affordable tree service, look no further! Larry and his crew at Treehappy are IT!!!
Tips: If it's a city tree, you need to get a permit. You can get one on the city's website: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/trees/
We paid with a check.
Whenever you hire a tree service, they should clean up after themselves, and Treehappy will!
It's best to call rather than use their online form. ;)