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Free On-Site Estimate in Rochester, MN

An estimate means someone from our crew comes to your property, looks at the actual tree, and writes down what the work will cost before anything gets scheduled. We don't quote tree jobs over the phone because we can't see what we'd be dealing with. What you get is a written number you can hold us to.

Call (507) 512-7857

When to Call

When You Need Free On-Site Estimate

You have no idea what tree work should cost and want a real number
You got one quote already and want to compare it against something honest
The tree job looks complicated and you want someone to walk the property
You're buying or selling a house and need to know what the trees require
A storm came through and you want to know what needs to come down
Your neighbor and you share a tree on the property line and need documentation

How It Works

Our Process for Free On-Site Estimate

1

Schedule the Visit

Call us at (507) 512-7857 or fill out the contact form. We set a time that works for you, and we show up then. No large windows, no all-day waits.
2

Walk the Property

We look at every tree you want addressed, not just the one you called about. Sometimes there's something nearby worth flagging while we're there.
3

Assess the Work

We look at height, canopy condition, what's underneath, and how we'd access it. This is where we catch complications before they become surprises on job day.
4

Write the Quote

We put the scope and the price in writing before we leave or send it same day. You know exactly what's covered and what isn't.
5

Answer Your Questions

If you want to know why we're recommending what we're recommending, we'll explain it. You shouldn't have to guess what you're agreeing to.

What's included

In-person visit from a crew member who will actually do the work
Written quote with the scope clearly described, not just a total number
Honest notes on anything we see that falls outside the standard job
Time to walk through the quote and answer questions before you decide
No obligation to book — the estimate costs you nothing either way

What's not included

Formal arborist reports or tree health certifications — those require a certified arborist
Quotes for work on utility-owned lines or city-owned trees — that goes through the utility or city
Emergency same-day estimates during major storm events — we prioritize active hazards first

Real Situations

Common Scenarios in Rochester

A homeowner in the Folwell neighborhood got a quote from another company that seemed high and wants a second opinion before committing.

We come out and look at the same tree. We write our own quote based on what we see, not based on what they were quoted. If the other number was fair, we'll say so. If we can do it for less, we'll explain why.

A homeowner is selling a house in Rochester and the buyer's inspector flagged two large trees as potential hazards near the foundation.

We come out before closing, assess both trees, and provide a written quote the seller can use to negotiate or satisfy the inspection finding. We keep the scope specific so there's no ambiguity about what's being addressed.

A property manager oversees several rental homes in Rochester and wants estimates on multiple properties in a single visit.

We can schedule a route visit and provide separate written quotes for each address. Each quote stands on its own so the work can be approved and scheduled property by property.

Rochester Context

Why this matters in Rochester

In Rochester, a lot of homes were built in the mid-twentieth century with trees planted close to the house as part of the original landscaping. Those trees are mature now, and many of them are overhanging roofs, driveways, and fences they were never meant to reach. Seeing the situation in person is the only way to quote it accurately.

Straight Talk

About pricing & scope

Some jobs quote straightforward. Others have complications that only show up in person — a trunk leaning toward a structure, a canopy tangled in a utility line, or limited equipment access through a backyard gate. Those factors change the price. A phone quote skips all of that and sets up a bad surprise. That's why we come out.

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