Balancing small and large jobs
Tree service businesses handle everything from a 30-minute hedge trim to a 2-day tree removal. The key to scheduling is mixing small jobs around the large ones. If you have a full-day removal on Monday, schedule small pruning jobs nearby for Tuesday morning. This fills the gaps and keeps revenue consistent. Never leave a full day empty because you're waiting for one big job.
Council permits and compliance
Many tree removals in Australian suburbs require council approval. Track which jobs need permits, which permits have been applied for, and which have been granted. Recording this against the job prevents accidentally starting work before approval arrives. Some councils also require photos of the tree before and after removal as part of the compliance process.
Quoting tree jobs accurately
Tree work is notoriously hard to quote sight-unseen. Height, trunk diameter, access, proximity to power lines, and stump grinding requirements all affect the price. Visit every job in person before quoting. Record your assessment notes (tree species, estimated height, access difficulty) against the client profile so you can reference them when the client calls to accept.
Waste disposal planning
Tree waste is bulky. You need to plan where the mulch and timber are going before you start cutting. Some jobs generate enough mulch to fill a truck three times over. Factor disposal time and tip fees into your quote. If a client wants the mulch left on site, note that in the job details to avoid loading it onto the truck unnecessarily.
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