Tree

There is a tree in my back yard that needs to be removed. It is dead on one side and has several branches that are dead.  It is very near my house, on the end of my house where the hot water heater is. It is also close to my neighbor's house.

I had hoped, when I was on vacation at the end of May, to get someone in to cut the tree down. I have had difficulty getting people to respond to my phone requests to provide estimates The estimates I obtained while I was on vacation were by people who inspired fear in me regarding their ability to fell the tree safely. To the extent that I though that if I used them, I would have to put the cats in day care, in case something happened while they were trying to fell the tree. I have called several other people who are supposed to provide me with estimates this week. 

Today, someone came by who gave me a much higher estimate, but who instilled in me the confidence that he knew what he was doing. I had thought that if I use a low bid, and have damage, I am not saving myself any trouble or money. 

I am expecting two more estimates this week.  Both said they could come by and check out the tree without my being home.  I am about to spend a LOT of money to get this tree removed.

A coworker wondered if the wood could be cut and stacked so someone could use it in a fireplace.  I am not sure about that.  I will ask.