Oak Tree Removal

 I have an oak tree in my front yard which is about 40 feet tall that I want
to have cut down and hauled away. I live in North Central Dallas. Next week
I will be calling a company that does this type of work to get an estimate.
In the mean time I'm just curious if anyone has had a similar experience
with a tree removal in the recent past. Mostly I would like to find out what
kind of price I should be expected to pay.

Thanks,  Don

 yes, we cut down three black walnut trees that were approx. 40 ft tall.
(new addition to house)

we have a professional cut them down, saying long lengths for the lumber
that are being dried right now (for new dining room table) and the short
lengths (1-3 ft) for hubby to "turn" on his lathe.

i think the charge was approx. $800.

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rosie

"If you had a European prime minister who experienced what we've
experienced, it would be expected that he would retire or resign."
........................................................william buckley

 
Freckles wrote:

Don't know but there are factors to consider like accessibility of
tree, if stump is to be ground and deposition of wood, since oak is
desirable as firewood or logs.  Most important is not to give the tree
cutter a penny until job is complete.

 
I recently had two pin oaks cut down here in SC.  The bigger of the two
required a permit to have removed.  The estimates I got ranged from
$1200-$3000.  The low figure didn't include haul away or stump grinding.
The higher figure included haul away but no stump grinding.  We kept the
wood, rented a logsplitter, and made about 3 seasons' worth of firewood.

Make sure the company or individual you hire has a general liability policy
in place.

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Tara

 On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 10:35:40 -0500, "Freckles"


Since I'm a woodworker I'd take the tree free of charge, but removing
the stump is another story.  With this kind of job you'll get a
variety of prices (free to $1000).  Best to ask to see proof of
insurance and bonded workers--ask your home insurance agent.