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Is that person you just hired a Professional?

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with WHISPERING PINES REALTY 20398180

A friend had hired a guy to cut down some large trees close to a building.

He was some fly-by-night operator.

One fo the trees he cut down fell the wrong way and destroyed the building.

The tree should have been roped for safety.

The guy said he needed some additional tools to get the tree off the shed and get it covered.

Color him GONE!!!!

The guy never came back.

My friend is about 85.  Trusts everyone.  I am sure this guy had no insurance.

But he was cheap!!!

No photo because my friend felt bad enough with out me doing that.

 

Comments (6)

John Meussner
Mortgages in AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IN, MD, MN, MT, NC, NJ, NV, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI - Fair Oaks, CA
#MortgageMadeEasy Fair Oaks, CA 484-680-4852

Wow William that's a crazy story.  Goes to show no matter what you're having done, it's a good idea to know who's doing it

Sep 19, 2013 08:31 AM
Carol Zingone
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida Network Realty - Jacksonville Beach, FL
Global Realtor in Jax Beach, FL - ABR, CRS, CIPS
It's amazing how there are so many people looking to scam honest homeowners.
Sep 19, 2013 09:20 AM
Andrea Swiedler
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties - New Milford, CT
Realtor, Southern Litchfield County CT

I have had tree work done lately. There are still 4 very large pine trees left because of their position, the way they are growing, etc. The man who is cutting them is more than professional, he will be back. These particular trees will require being roped to a second piece of equipment and held while they are being cut as the bounce back is of grave concern.

Always, always use an experienced professional. I have heard this story before. what a shame.

Sep 19, 2013 09:54 AM
Richard Weisser
Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA
Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

Bill...

You have to be sure, especially when the work is dangerous or can cause damage if not done correctly.

Sep 19, 2013 11:41 AM
Vern Eaton
Askov, MN
Realtor 651-674-7449

Bill, anyone can cut down a tree....but it takes know how to do it safely.

Goes true for many professions.

Sep 22, 2013 11:42 PM
Randi Brammer
Randi Brammer, Acctg. - Hinckley, MN
Accountant & Tax Preparer

A professional is needed for many things.  If one is needed, check the credentials

Sep 23, 2013 06:11 AM