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The following is side 1 of a free sample contract for removal-jobs by tree services. Side 2 of the sample contract is presented on Page 2. This sample contract pertains to proposed work to be done on a specimen that presents a hazard, and which the customer therefore wishes to remove or, at least, render harmless. A different sample contract would be required for a specimen posing no hazard, on which the customer wished to have cosmetic or preventive work done, while still keeping it in good health.

As a sample contract, the following should not be considered a binding legal document; for the latter, consult your lawyer. This sample contract will, however, indicate what factors you, as a customer, would be wise to consider, should you be shopping for tree services.

Acme Tree Service, Inc.

P.O. Box 123, Greenville, XX 1-800-123-4567

Tree care of ornamental and shade trees shall be performed by Acme Tree Service certified arborists. Acme Tree Service is fully insured and all workers are covered by worker’s compensation, property damage, public liability and complete operation insurance.

Option A
1. Remove white pine to left of driveway. Clear out all wood and brush. Cut trunk as low to ground as possible -- $1885.00.
2. Grind stump 6-8 inches below grade -- $290.00.

Option B
• Remove one lower limb reaching over neighbor’s house. Prune limbs to trunk. Buck up larger wood into 18-inch lengths -- $395.00.

Acceptance of proposal. The above prices, specifications and conditions are satisfactory and hereby accepted. Acme Tree Service is authorized to do the work as specified. Payment within 30 days upon completion.

Authorized Signature

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On Page 2 of this sample contract we'll look at terms and conditions....