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Natural Resources - Hiring an Arborist / Tree Company
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Natural Resources - Hiring an Arborist / Tree Company
You should always get 2 to 3 written price quotes before you choose one company, ask to see proof of liability insurance, and do not pay the company until the work is complete. Be wary of people who go door-to-door soliciting business, even if they did good work for your neighbor. Before hiring a company, make sure they understand what is expected with the tree removal including timeline, wood removal or chipping, and stump de-barking. You do not need to grind out the stump if the bark is removed off the stump.
Go to Checklist for Hiring a Tree Care Company or Minnesota Department of Agriculture for more information and additional resources.
At this time, the City of Farmington does not require tree care companies to be licensed to work in the city. The State of Minnesota requires all tree contractors to be on the Tree Registry List.