What to expect from a free tree quote
15 August 2026 — 3 min read
“Free quotes” gets thrown around a lot in the trades. Here’s what it actually means when you call JJ’s Tree Services — and the questions worth asking any arborist who looks at your trees.
The walk-around
We start by looking, not cutting. Species, structure, health, lean, targets underneath (sheds, fences, the neighbour’s prized roses) — all of it shapes the plan. Expect us to ask what’s bothering you: the shade, the mess, the worry in high winds? Your answer matters as much as the tree.
Options, not ultimatums
A good arborist gives you choices: prune versus remove, stage the work over two visits, or sometimes do nothing and monitor. If a tree can stay safely with a prune, we’ll say so — even though a removal would pay better. That honesty is the whole point of an independent local crew.
What the price covers
Our quotes spell out the work, the clean-up (always included), and what happens to the wood — chipped, taken away, or cut as firewood. No mystery extras on the day.
Questions to ask any arborist
- Will you climb with ropes or spikes? (Spikes wound living trees.)
- Is the tidy-up included?
- What’s the timing — and does the species care?
- Can I keep the wood as firewood?
Ready to talk trees? Call 022 342 7507 or email jjstreeservices1@gmail.com — photos welcome.