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About us
First choice tree and landscape. tree removal
Business highlights
Emergency services offered
29 years of experience
Services we offer
All aspects of trees removal trim shaping stump removal chemical treatment Landscaping, hardscaping., mulching, planting
Amenities
Emergency Services
Yes
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.542 Reviews
| Number of Stars | Image of Distribution | Number of Ratings |
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| 81% | ||
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Daisy C.
Sep 2019
We had two HUGE silver maples taken down from our property. We got quotes from several companies and First Choice Tree was the lowest. They did a great job taking the trees down safely, as many of the very large branches were overhanging the house. They also trimmed some branches that were overhanging powerlines and the roof in the back.
Allyson H.
Feb 2018
He was fantastic. Answered right away and came by the house within minutes on his off time to quickly give me a quote. I needed it moved for septic guys that were coming so he moved a job for me just to ensure he'd get to us in time. Arrived before septic guys and cleared the way for them before ran came. Said he'd have his guys return the next day which they promptly did to chip and haul. Returned the next day for payment. Prompt, thorough, friendly/available, and incredibly responsive. I'd recommend them every time and definitely plan on using this company again.
Paul S.
Sep 2017
Daren and 1st Choice came highly recommended from a buddy of mine and his price was great! Man, I am glad I went with 1st Choice. These guys worked hard, got the job done safely and timely and my yard looks great. Will recommend and use in the future!
Jessica S.
Sep 2017
We worked with the owner, Daren. He and his crew did a great job and cleaned up so thoroughly you would have never known they were there, except for the trees they took down! They did great work, even working in the somewhat tight area due to the location of the trees relative to the house and fence. Daren is honest and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend this company.
Robert H.
Nov 2016
The service delivered was excellent. They had everything down and cleaned up in less than a day.
Kyle H.
Mar 2015
They service was perfect. I spoke to the owner in person, he was very professional and courteous. Everything you would want in a service, I received.
John C.
Feb 2015
In the summer of 2014 my wife called to have him come out and drop two dead trees. After a couple calls he came out and gave the same quote he gave to me in the spring. Could not get him to come out to drop the trees. <br /> I have been trying to contact him since fall to get a refund. No return message. <br /> I want a refund and will look elsewhere.
Susan K.
Jan 2015
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Tom Y.
Oct 2014
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ROBERT W.
Oct 2014
He did a nice job of cleaning up the dead branches on a couple of oaks and silver maples. Was busy due to Big Deal, so took a while to schedule and respond. Very good customer interaction. <br />
Christopher D.
Oct 2014
Poorly, very very poorly....Cut down two trees...begged me to pay him in full before I left town, came home the work was still not done. He broke my brand new sidewalks in two places(even though I told him/asked him not to do that 2 times in person and once on the phone) Then he led me on for over a month saying is concrete guy would fix it....still not done. I had to pay a third party to come in and remove the stumps he agreed to do and I still have to get the sidewalks fixed! I do not want anyone else to ever make the same mistake I did of using this guy or paying him in full until the actual job was done. I thought an Angie's List member would have been much more professional. <br />
Response from First Choice Tree & Landscape
"Wow I can't believe you would act this way after I payed for the stumps to be grinned and done the trees for about half if what I should have charged you... The side walk was already broke in one spot . Yes I did brake it on another and have a guy that is gonna fix it but he is busy and was gonna get to it. I can't believe the way your acting after such a good deal I gave you. One lil mistake and you bash me like this...."
PAUL G.
Oct 2014
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Response from First Choice Tree & Landscape
"when I first came out to you residence I bid the job for an additional 250 with you angies list big deal. when we got done I told you that I couldn't reach a couple limbs so just give me 150 and you said that was fine no big deal..... I don't work by the HR I get payed based on how critical the job is and how much equipment its going to take to do the job.. the day we came out I brought 2 men 1 truck and a 12,000$$$$ chipper... you got 3 trees trimmed in the front yard and at least 6 or 8 trees trimmed in the back over your house that I had to reach out while I was on your very steep roof that you even said is way to seep to walk on.. then we chipped every thing and hauled it 20 min to the dump wich charges me too dump..so lets say a total of 10 tree trimmed 6 of them very dangerous 2 men 1 truck a chipper and dump fees 2 trips to your residence 1 for estimate and 1 for the work you got a great deal..im sorry if you don't think so but i have never had anybody complane about our prices. the KID that was there with me when i came out to do the estimate he is my son and there is nothing wrong with me taking him on a estimate. he was not on the job while work was being perform.. im sorry that your not happy with our service"
Lori D.
Sep 2014
<p>The guys stopped by after doing work in my neighborhood to see if I needed tree services. They gave an estimate that I thought was fair and I scheduled services for the next week. I asked for their insurance certificate because they would be working over my house and they provided it by email right away. I was having 3 very tall, dead ash trees removed, along with long dead branches over my house. They had to climb up in the trees to get them down. </p> <p>The crew showed up exactly on time and started setting up to do the work. They were very polite and efficient. They asked a ladder to access a portion of the roof, but had all of the other equipment they needed, including leaf blowers and rakes to clean up each area where they worked. They covered my skylights on the roof and got to work. The guys appeared to be safe and worked well as a team. They were respectful of my landscaping and listened to what was important to me to protect from falling branches, making sure to stay away from small trees and gardens. </p> <p>When the work was done, they cleaned up their mess and took away all of the branches and wood. I did not ask to have the stumps ground up and that was not included, but they left the base cut neat and even at the ground. </p> <p>All said and done, it was great work. </p> <br />
ROBERT B.
Sep 2014
iI obtained 4 estimates, this was the lowest. On the 23 they contacted me and said they had a cancellation on could and could do the work that day. I gave my ok. The crew worked frm @ 10 to 6 and came back the next day to complete the work. They removed all the wood and debris . They even removed a dead limb in an old redbud tree that was not part of the original estimate. They were very professional in their conduct. <br />
Lynn P.
Sep 2014
First Choice Tree & Landscape was very hard to get to show up and call me back. It took over a month from when I first purchased the package to get the service performed. The excuse was that they were overwhelmed with customers who bought the package through Angies List. But then rather than schedule something for a later time, they said they would call soon and never did. They also said they would be over to give the estimate and never did. Eventually I threatened to write a really bad review, so they finally showed up and performed the service. <br /> The cost was more than I expected. The total cost was $700. I purchased the agreement to get $400 worth of service for $199. So my out of pocket price was $500. This is for cutting one tree down and pruning another. However, I am not an expert on price so I really don't know how the cost measures up to other companies. <br /> Once I finally got someone over to complete the job, they were quick and efficient. It took them less than 2 hours to complete everything. And the work was done well. <br /> So overall I am happy with the result. <br />
Response from First Choice Tree & Landscape
"i had a large crew that day to try and get a bunch of work done. i don't charge on how long it takes me to do a job i charge for what it takes to do the job and you had a complete removal and trim and a stump removed.. we brought a chipper two trucks and a stump grinder about 60,000 dollars in equipment.. you got a fare deal on all that work.. ."
ELLEN C.
Sep 2014
We purchased a Big Deal for tree trimming. (We actually paid only $750 with the Big Deal.) The appointment to review the tree work we needed to have completed was easy to schedule with Daren. He kept in touch with us before the date of service as well. On the day the work was completed, Daren and his workers showed up promptly with impressive equipment. Daren is very professional and friendly. All the work was done according to our wishes. Daren even completed more work than we initially thought would be needed. He was very attentive and communicated with us as the work was completed to make sure all was done right. The clean-up was great as well. We were very happy with everything. We would be happy to use Daren and his crew again in the future. <br />
Larry M.
Sep 2014
The work went perfectly. The two large sweet gums (that had died) were removed, and cut off at ground level so I could mow over. <br /> Dead branches were removed from five (5) trees. The crew manager had me inspect each tree to be sure the work on each tree met my satisfaction before moving on to next tree. <br /> The crew raked up all the small limb debris and left my yard looking as if they had not even been there. <br /> The price was reasonable, and I plan to use them again next spring to remove a pin oak that is dying, and also some limb trimming (if needed from over the winter). <br /> Daren Arterberry was very informative about the tree work, and excellent to work with. <br /> Would definitely recommend this business to others. <br /> <br />
Ted C.
Sep 2014
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Response from First Choice Tree & Landscape
"Don't understand y you have an issue with the service we did for you.. You acted like everything was ok and you payed us if you wasn't happy you should have said something and I would have made it right. It must have been the price because you did complain about it the whole time.."
Mary B.
Aug 2014
Darin came out and gave me an estimate, then kept me posted about his schedule and approximated time of arrival. It worked out well and his workers were very cooperative and courteous. They did a great job cleaning up my yard and the street out front, which I and my neighbors appreciated. <br />
MICHAEL B.
Aug 2014
They were very nice and professional. Daren arrived on time for the initial estimate. They did a great job removing the stumps. It was a hot and humid day and they got the jobs done. They also cut sections of the tree so I could make a table from it. It was a beautiful Oak tree that had to be removed. <br />
Julie W.
Aug 2014
He did a great job. We are happy with how the tress were shaped. Took great care in shaping tress. Will refer to neighbors and friends. <br />
Anne T.
Aug 2014
He was very prompt and provided a very reasonable price. Quality of the work was excellent. I highly recommend them. <br />
Tom A.
Aug 2014
First Choice Tree & Landscape came out to our home and trimmed four trees and one bush. They were on time and very nice. First Choice Tree & Landscape not only completed the work we had discussed but also went above and beyond to unclog my gutter drain. <hr />
Steven S.
Aug 2014
It went very well. He was very thorough and I would definitely recommend him to everyone!
GARRY E.
Jul 2014
The contact was made as a result of an Angie's List promotion. <br /> Daren Arterberry reviewed the job site at least twice before any work was begun. <br /> Two days before and the morning before any work was started we discussed a printed list of the jobs which were to be done. . Before any work was done he agreed which jobs on the list were to be included. <br /> Portions of the printed list which he agreed to include are "Remove dead trees", "Take off all dead limbs", and "Remove stump in center of front yard, smooth ground and plant grass" <br /> Two days before the work was done he said he would have four people working on it the entire day. Two people instead of four showed up. In addition Daren was present and worked part of the day. <br /> He left standing two tree stumps which are 2.5 to 3.0 feet high. Right before he was paid he gave assurances those tree stumps would be removed. They have not been removed. He did not remove the smaller tree stump in the front yard which he specifically agreed to remove before any work was begun. <br /> He left standing two dead ash trees and apparently removed none of the very unsightly dead limbs on those trees. <br /> Several attempted follow up telephone calls to him have not been returned. <br /> <br />
Response from First Choice Tree & Landscape
"I am sorry that you are so unhappy with our service.... we did a lot of extras for you that was not even on the estimate I looked back on the invoice to see if stump grinding was taked about and it was never brought up intell we were done with the work.. I told you I would try and see if the guy that grinds stumps for me would come out and do it for free but he wouldn't. I told you it would cost 200 to get the stumps removed..and about the tree in the back corner I asked you when I was there if you wanted it removed bc it was dead and you said no it wont hurt anything if it fall because its in the back corner.. we spent a 8 hr day with you done a lot if extra work that we didn't have to and there were 3 men a boom lift 2 trucks and a trailer you got a grat deal on all the work that was performed"
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FAQ
First Choice Tree & Landscape is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
First Choice Tree & Landscape accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, First Choice Tree & Landscape offers free project estimates.
No, First Choice Tree & Landscape does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, First Choice Tree & Landscape offers emergency services.
No, First Choice Tree & Landscape does not offer warranties.