Removing tree

[parris]

Please could you tell me how much it costs to have a tree removed in Berkshire. I have been given an estimate which seems exceptionally high.

Thanks

Parris

[alan30]

How big is tree, what is access like, are there buildings nearby, are there cables through it? Too many unknowns to answer the question. Get a couple of quotes from reputable insured contractors and if they are close then that is your price. More info plus estimate cost so far might help.

[parris]

alan 30, the tree is in my back garden quite near to the actual buidling. It is a large tree and some of its branches are resting onto the roof of my house. To have it removed and cleared the estimate I have been given is �380 - �400 . Does that sound alright?

Thanks for your participation.

[WendyS]

I think the best thing you can do is look up "Tree surgeons" in your local yellow pages and get another couple of quotes. Then you'll get a better feel for whether it's reasonable or not.

[Agent-47]

Thats about average for anything over 12 feet these days.

[heathfield]

Check what kind of tree it is, then ask a sawmill what they'd pay for it!
A friend needed a large chestnut tree removing. Was quoted nearly �300 for removal. 'No way', he said - 'I'm selling you the tree!'
He made quite a few quid from it.

[parris]

Thank you everyone for your kind advice.