Tree surgery

D_P_Dance

I have read all about the prediliction of some members of this profession  to overcharge.

I have a large Magnolia Grandiflora about 30 feet tall which needs height reductin by abou12-15 feet.  A tree surgeon says it  is a 3-4 hour job and has quoted £420 including vat.  This is considerably more per hour thatn I pay my plumber, is this reasonable?  I live in Reading.

Also, he seemed a bit miffed when I asked for a copy of his insurance policy. 

Clive_Woody

We've been quoted £216 to reduce a similar sized cherry tree by 50% in West Sussex. It's in the front garden so access is no problem. Your quote seems high by comparison unless there's restricted access or some other challenge.

I would get another quote if I were you.