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Have questions about tree care, fire mitigation, or any of our services? Estes Valley Tree Care is here to help. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we hear from customers in Estes Park, Allenspark, and the surrounding area:
Q: What is fire mitigation and why is it important in Estes Park?
A: Fire mitigation involves removing flammable vegetation and spacing trees to reduce wildfire risk. In wildfire-prone areas like Estes Park, it’s essential for protecting homes and meeting insurance and HOA requirements.
Q: Do I need fire mitigation to keep my homeowner’s insurance?
A: Many insurance companies now require defensible space and proper tree spacing. We help ensure your property complies with Firewise and Colorado state guidelines to avoid policy cancellations.
Q: What does a fire mitigation service include?
A: Our fire mitigation includes tree thinning, ladder fuel removal, pruning, defensible space creation, and coordination with insurance or HOA guidelines.
Q: Why is it important to hire a tree company with workers’ comp insurance?
A: Without workers’ compensation, homeowners can be held liable for injuries on their property. Estes Valley Tree Care is one of the few local companies with full coverage to protect you and our crew.
Q: Are your employees trained and certified?
A: Yes. Our team includes an ISA Certified Arborist, an ISA Certified Tree Climber, and all crew members receive safety and aerial rescue training.
Q: What bugs are damaging trees in Colorado?
A: Common pests include mountain pine beetle, spruce beetle, ips beetle, and tiger moth caterpillars. We can identify infestations and recommend proper treatment or removal.
Q: How do I know if my tree is dying or diseased?
A: Signs include dead branches, discolored needles or leaves, trunk decay, and excessive insect activity. We offer on-site assessments to evaluate tree health and risk.
Q: What areas do you serve?
A: We proudly serve Estes Park, Glen Haven, Drake, Allenspark, and surrounding areas.
Q: Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
A: In some areas or HOA communities, yes. We can help determine what’s needed and handle the paperwork if required.
Q: Can you provide estimates for insurance claims or fire mitigation grants?
A: Absolutely. We regularly work with insurance adjusters and property managers and can provide documentation to support claims and grant applications.
Q: How much does tree removal cost?
A: It varies by size, location, and complexity. We offer free estimates and are happy to discuss cost-saving options when available.
Call today to schedule the tree services you need. We can handle all your tree removal and tree care needs.