I’ve done the same. Yeah, it’s a case by case thing. There have been some where I show up knowing I’m making a large tree fit without rigging. Those have been priced and completed on same trip.
It’s good to sometimes give ballparks on site just to get expectations in line. Can be risky though...
I like meeting people and talking about trees. Most people are good to be around. I don’t like having to put the price on a tree. Trying to accurately bid is the hard part.
I need to learn more of that attitude with the tree work. I definitely have that demeanor with the plumbing work. Sometimes even a “I dare you to not let ME do your work!”
I’m currently ironing out the quote process. I’m sure many of you have refined it throughout your careers.
I show up on time and text 1/2 hr ahead to let them know when I’ll be there. I wear my helmet (communicates safety) and bring a chopping axe (test hollowness, amount of decay, depth of...
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