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  1. climbingmonkey24

    How's the work flow?

    Have kind of noticed something similar at times. Work from past clients keeping me busy, not as many new ones at times. I have a friend who also operates in the area and he said he’s noticed it seems slower than usual, or has had people tell him they can’t afford to do the work right now, etc.
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    Best practices for using a lift near exposed roots or patios

    Got it done today, went pretty smooth. For the tops going out over the house and deck we used two rigging lines. My main rigging point was on one of the back stems and then I redirected in that limb we were removing. Put another line in the stem to the right of it (if you’re looking at it...
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    Do you think this year has been different for business?

    Don’t mean to derail the thread by getting a little off topic, but related to the subject of “being a business owner” does it ever get slightly frustrating when you try to get out to someone’s property asap to get them a quote, you feel like your presentation / assessment was on point, only to...
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    Games, competitions, and levity at work

    I got one…see who can make it the entire job without uttering a swear word (especially when a throw line is involved). I used to joke with a previous employee of mine that I was keeping a list of the tools he broke because there were a few instances where something might’ve got broken (nothing...
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    Do you think tree removal gets more focus and attention than other aspects of tree care?

    Anyone else notice that it seems like larger removal jobs and crane work seems to get more attention / interest than other aspects of tree care like pruning, etc. I’ve had my fair share of people watch us while we are doing a smaller scale project, or ask for a card to inquire about a quote...
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    Do you think this year has been different for business?

    Same, and I would say as the cost of living has risen maybe there is quite a bit of a lag with wages including starting pay rates. On the other hand, I’ve also literally seen people say things like anything less than $100k+ a year isn’t worth their time, or that $80k a year is like McDonald’s...
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    Contract climbing costs

    I’ve entertained the idea, though I’m not sure if it’s something he would be interested in. The guy I’ve been using has his own operation and is an hour away from where I’m based. I don’t contract with him on a daily basis. But he’s a solid climber in the sense that I feel confident when he’s...
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    Contract climbing costs

    I suppose another factor for a contract climber increasing rates would be if they’ve got their own operation and are pretty busy with their own work. To make climbing for another tree service more worth their time.
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    Contract climbing costs

    This is the first year I’ve really started using a contract climber. And for the sake of comparison, I’m just curious for those of you who’ve been contract climbing or hiring contract climbers for a while, what would you say the average rate is? And if it falls somewhere between a half day and...
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    Hiring in the Springfield, MA area - Multiple Roles

    Edit: My post wasn’t really relevant to the purpose of the thread.
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    Hiring in the Springfield, MA area - Multiple Roles

    I get what you’re saying. Most of us are probably feeling the effects of the cost of living going up one way or the other. And as an employer, I certainly would want to be on the end of trying to do right by an employee as opposed to the opposite.
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    Hiring in the Springfield, MA area - Multiple Roles

    I’m definitely not trying to just do what other companies might be doing or just offer the bare minimum. I realize tree work is hard work. So I welcome all the feedback you may have. Not only did I look at some job ads online I also looked at some of what others have posted on here. In my...
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    Hiring in the Springfield, MA area - Multiple Roles

    I would say like everywhere else, the cost of living has gone up. But from my personal experience having worked for another tree company and researching what others companies are offering, this would not be considered low ball. I know of companies that start their ground workers at less than...
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    Hiring in the Springfield, MA area - Multiple Roles

    Currently looking to fill various roles near Springfield, MA either by the same individual or multiple individuals. #1 Groundsperson You will be responsible for assisting with various aspects of a project including but not limited to: cleanup (cutting and managing brush, chipping, loading...
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    Best practices for using a lift near exposed roots or patios

    Sorry for the delay in replying. I trimmed this birch once before using a pole saw / pruner, so I haven’t actually been up in it yet. I guess the initial appeal of the lift would be if I could just reach right out there with the boom, etc. On the other hand it’s a tight area so I would have to...
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    Best practices for using a lift near exposed roots or patios

    Yeah, I would try to avoid setting up on the roots. I was implying more for positioning the lift or driving over them.
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    Need scheduling verbiage

    The way I typically work scheduling for projects that aren’t an emergency or urgent is to start with an estimated timeframe. So say 2-4 weeks for example. Basically I’m stating that with the exception of some unforeseen circumstances I will be able to get to their project sometime within the...
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    Best practices for using a lift near exposed roots or patios

    Removal of the leader going towards the house on a river birch. The appeal of the lift versus climbing would be to just get right out there over the roof and piece it out. Although squeezing it in that area of the yard and maneuvering the boom around might be delicate work. Thoughts on...
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    Best practices for using a lift near exposed roots or patios

    Thanks, that’s helpful info. I’m also thinking tires vs tracks might be lower impact. Not sure if I’ll definitely use the lift but good to be prepared for all possibilities.
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    Two Rope Climbing

    I primarily climb DdRT and will use two systems quite often. Typically it’s when working in wide spread trees. I’ll set a main TIP and then use the secondary when working the outer areas if I think it could help improve work positioning, etc. I’m comfortable climbing with my line at odd angles...

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