Build Pre-Job Checklists That Keep Crews Safe and On-Track
Tree work has too many variables to manage from memory. A standard pre-job checklist ensures utility clearances, permits, and access requirements are confirmed before the crew ever leaves the yard — preventing costly surprises on-site.
- Confirm utility line clearance for any work near power lines
- Verify removal permits are in hand where required
- Confirm equipment access — gate width, overhead clearance, ground conditions
- Record crew size, equipment assigned, and expected job duration in the work order
Schedule Equipment Alongside Crews — Not After
A chipper or crane that isn't available on the day of the job can halt an entire crew. JobbWorks treats equipment as a scheduling resource — so you book the crew and the equipment at the same time, and conflicts surface before the job starts.
- Assign equipment to jobs at the time of booking
- Track equipment availability across all active jobs from the dispatch board
- Build buffer time between jobs that share the same equipment
- Log equipment maintenance schedules alongside job schedules to prevent overlap
Document Every Tree Before and After Work
Tree work is irreversible. Once a limb or tree is removed, there's no going back — and disputes about what was removed can be costly. Thorough photo documentation before any cuts are made is the simplest protection you have.
- Photograph every tree before any cuts are made at the start of every job
- Document the agreed scope in writing — what is being removed vs. trimmed vs. left
- Photograph the completed work and cleanup before leaving the property
- Attach all photos to the job record — accessible if a dispute arises later
Win More Jobs With Professional Estimates
Tree work bids often come down to two things: price and trust. A detailed, professional estimate that breaks out labor, equipment, debris removal, and stump grinding tells customers you know what you're doing — and makes your price easier to accept.
- Itemize labor, equipment, debris hauling, and stump grinding as separate line items
- Note any exclusions — property damage liability, utility proximity, permit costs
- Send estimates digitally with attached site photos so customers see what you saw
- Follow up within 48 hours — tree customers often decide quickly after getting multiple bids