Arborcare Tree Service Ltd

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AB T1X 0K7
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Arborcare Tree Service Ltd
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Arborcares’ Loyal Customer
Arborcares’ Loyal Customer
1 review Calgary, AB
10/10

Weekly maintenance, tree removal, tree fertilizer,grass fertilizer and weed control

We have been very happy with all the services we have had the benefit of being the recipients of all these projects. Excellent, friendly and hard working staff. I appreciate all the phone calls, emails and face-to-face consultations. Thanks Sebastian for alway taking our calls and guiding us. Leah thanks for your vast knowledge of tree and landscape care.

Approximate cost of services:
$100.00
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Nancy in Calgary
Nancy in Calgary
0 reviews Calgary, AB
0/10

Horrible service all around

Terrible experience. In a nutshell, work was carried out that was not requested, they failed to follow instructions for what was requested, work done was shoddy - their own crew that was called in as a follow up claimed it was a lazy job. Customer service incredibly hard to deal with - different reps, no handover of information, no offer for any solution other than to keep sending crews out (some of which no-showed). When part of the issue includes trees that were cut too much, new crews arent fixing anything! I would never work with ArborCare again or recommend them.

Approximate cost of services:
$650.00
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Private User
Private User
Private User reviews , AB
0/10

Incompetent

They removed several trees for me and I had contracted with them to remove the stumps. After 3 weeks of fighting with them to show up to remove the stumps, I have given hope.
BE WARNED.

Approximate cost of services:
$800.00
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Jane Stewart from Calgary
Jane Stewart from Calgary
3 reviews Calgary, AB
10/10

Tree removal

ArborCare was great at giving me options for dealing with 2 ~ 50 year old evergreen trees. After multiple quotes I chose to remove the trees with ArborCare. Unfortunately in the process they damaged a small tree but they were quick to replace it with a tree of my choice.

Thanks ArborCare!

Approximate cost of services:
$1,600.00
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Private User
Private User
Private User reviews , AB
8/10

Very pleased

We recently had our trees pruned by Arborcare Calgary and I just wanted to compliment them on doing such a good job.
I was nervous about damage being done to my flowerbeds but the pruners were extremely careful.
The office staff were friendly as well. It's the first time that we have our tree pruned and we will definitely use them again.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,500.00
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KN in Toronto
KN in Toronto
1 review Calgary, AB
0/10

Worst communication I have ever experienced

Arborcare Tree Service provides the WORST customer service and tree service I have ever experienced. From poor communication on what can and cannot be done, to their staff's inability to complete a job as per the contract, to not returning phone calls (2 months!) and not returning to our home to finish the job, they are hands down the worst.

Approximate cost of services:
$170.00
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Company Response

The services were completed to contract and our customer service team made every effort to service you as a client. The tree that you had removed is common to suckering which was explained. Suckers were to be expected and were referenced in your agreement of service. Suckering can not be prevented without the use of chemicals which we do not recommend as it is not environmentally friendly, we recommend consistently cutting them back to their gradual end. We returned to your site last year at no charge to cut the suckers in the interest of customer service although this was not required. We can not return on a yearly basis free of charge to cut suckers when they are not covered under the original contract. Despite repeated attempts to communicate this to you I am unsure of any other resolution we could have offered. The balance of the service has been outstanding for over a year with no valid breach of contract to warrant the hold back of payment. I am more than happy to provide pricing on return visits to cut the suckers should your account be brought up to date.

Jordan from Edmonton
Jordan from Edmonton
2 reviews Edmonton, AB
2/10

Elm tree trimming

Arborcare was not a timely company to deal with. After they trimmed my trees there were still several low hanging branches that hang out over the street. When I called to ask them to take care of that I was told that they wouldn't and that it was my responsibility to know how much trimming they would do. Several neighbors have commented on the poor job they did. I would not recommend them. There are cheaper options that do a better job.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,200.00
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Company Response

Good Morning Jordan,
One of our ISA Certified Arborists has looked at your tree and the work was done to the scope that was quoted and approved. If you are unhappy with the service we can definitely work with you to rectify, the lower hanging branches were not part of the quote but we can send you a revised quote to add them. I apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused and hope that we can work together to come to an agreement. Contact our office at your convenience.

Christine in Calgary
Christine in Calgary
1 review Calgary, AB
2/10

Tree Removal

i have been dealing with getting a tree removed by Arbor Care since August, it took them approximately 3 weeks to get me an emailed quote that arrives on Sept 9. I called Sept 14 after receiving it to discuss it and also get them to assess another tree on the property as they had done all the trees except for one. I waited a few weeks and still no updated quote so I called on Sept 25 and was told yes it was done and it would be emailed to me right away, it didn't arrive until days later which was Oct.6, I booked to have 1 tree taken down as it is in jeopardy of falling over and could potentially hit a car or someone walking down the road if there is a big wind as the roots are lifting out of the ground on Sept 9 and gave them my credit card info and was told that it would be done within 10 days. I called on Oct 20 to see if they had a date yet and was told no that the waiting period of 2 weeks before a date would
be set was not up yet. I was also told that it would not be able to be done until mid November, I told them to shred my credit card and I would go eleswhere. 10 minutes later I had a call from Doug that I could not answer as I was at work, he left a message stating that my tree was scheduled for the next day, Sept 21 and if I had and questions to please call him back. I called him back at 1:00 that afternoon and was told he was gone for the day and to call him back in the morning after they found out who I was. I called him back at 10:00 Oct 21 and was told he was busy on the phone and whom ever answered the phone said that my tree appointment was cancelled for today as I didn't call Doug back yesterday as soon as I got the message. Well I don't know about anyone else but I do work and cannot always call someone right back when they call and leave a message on my cell phone, also I thought it was booked as that is what he stated on the message he left. I am soooooo frustrated with this company and now they are telling maybe sometime next week. If I can find someone to do it before then I will as to me this companies customer service is really bad along with their management. I have been in customer service for over 25 years and sure hope that I never gave this bad of service.

Approximate cost of services:
$550.00
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Company Response

Good Morning Christine,

I apologize for the delays you experienced while receiving your quote, your service was not labeled as a hazardous tree after the estimate was completed. In these cases we try our best to get the service through our schedule in a timely manner but there are no guarantees. We do have emergency services available if you were concerned with safety, this would have ensured same day service but it is a premium. I do agree with you that there was unnecessary delay and I would be happy to resolve this for you by providing a date for the service at your convenience. However I do see that you have a scheduled date already confirmed. If there is anything I can do to improve your experience with us please let me know.

We strive to provide excellence in Customer Service and are happy to receive feedback to better our client experience.

Thank you for your time and patience.

Brent Carson from Calgary
Brent Carson from Calgary
1 review Calgary, AB
0/10

Tree Pruning

Horrible company to deal with. After I approved quote, gave credit card info, never heard from them again. Several emails over weeks and no response. Sent cancellation and complaint email and they show up a week later! The crew had no idea what was going on.

Approximate cost of services:
$200.00
What could this company do to improve their services?
Any advice to offer fellow homeowners facing a similar project?
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Company Response

Good afternoon Brent, I apologize for the inconvenience and misunderstanding. As your work required a climbing crew there was a different time frame for the work to be done, however we would love to provide you with preferred service. If you are willing to work with us we would gladly do the work within the next two weeks on any day of your choosing as well as credit you with a $50.00 ArborBuck to be used towards the final invoice of the work. We appreciate your feedback and hope you give us the opportunity to make this better.

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In 1983 we started with one truck. . . Jim Fisher established Arborcare Tree Service in 1983. Arborcare has grown from one truck to a fleet of fifty-five trucks and specialized equipment, including one of the largest aerial trucks in Western Canada. Arborcare remains at the forefront of the Arboriculture ...
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