Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions
Scheduling/ Cancellation: J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC will arrive on the scheduled performance date as confirmed with the client. Schedules are dependent upon weather, accidents, emergency work due to storms, and other delays beyond our control. J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC shall not be liable for such delays. It is required that the authorizing party provide at least 24 hours advance notice for cancellation. If a crew has been dispatched to the job site, a mobilization fee of $300.00 will be invoiced to the client for incurred expenses. Cancellation fees may apply to any notices given under 24 hours.
J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC maintains the prerogative to terminate a contract through written notification, furnishing the client with reasonable notice or on the date of service. In the event of a breach of contract, the company upholds the right to cancel the agreement. Such breaches encompass non-payment, failure to furnish essential access, and any new alterations to the job site between the quote date and the job date, including, but not restricted to, the installation of new structures such as fences, pools, sheds, etc. J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC may, as its option, adjust the contract price to reflect the increase in cost. Should adjusted price be unacceptable to the client, he/she may cancel the contract. Client agrees to provide J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC the exclusive use of the entire job site, including unobstructed access for J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC vehicles, during the performance of the proposed work. Additionally, hindrance to the progression of scheduled services constitutes grounds for contract cancellation or refusal of any future service/s.
Expiration: Estimates/proposals are valid for 30 days from date written on this contract.
Debris Removal: All debris from tree removal or trimming operations shall be cleaned during or after job is completed. Lawn area shall be raked, streets & sidewalks shall be swept or blown. Logs, Brush, leaves, & all branches shall be removed from work site, unless otherwise coordinated by the client or foreman.
Stump Removal: All stumps shall be grind down to depth of 6-8" inches below ground surface unless otherwise written in the proposal. Unless specified in the proposal, stump debris/wood-chips removal is not included in the price quoted. Surface and subsurface roots beyond the stump are not removed unless specified on estimate/proposal.
Additional Work: Any additional work which is not written on proposal/contract and is authorized by client is subject to additional charges.
Commercial Daily Rate: Daily rate is based on 8 hours shift, Staring at 7:00 AM ending at 3:30 PM. Traveling time is included, After 3:30 PM an additional charge of $400 per hour will automatically be applied to invoice.
Unmarked Utilities: J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC is not responsible for damages to underground sprinklers, drain lines, fences or underground cables unless accurately mapped by the authorizing party and a copy is presented before or at the time the work is performed.
Lawn & Surfaces Damage/Repair: J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC will attempt to minimize all disturbances to the client's lawn and surfaces. However, we must utilize vehicles & equipment to perform tree care services. J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC shall not be liable for damages to landscaping, sod, plant material in the execution of its work or causes beyond their control (Examples: Ruts in yard due to wet conditions, limbs falling on flowerbeds, cracking of paved surfaces and/or sidewalk due to weight of trucks/equipment etc.).
Please kindly notify our office of any underground sprinkler systems, power lines, landscape fixtures, or other objects in proximity to the stump that may impact our operations. We cannot be held liable for damages incurred in the absence of such notification. Thank you for your cooperation.
Ownership: The authorizing party confirms that all trees listed are located on the client's property and if not, the authorizing party has received full permission from the owner of the property upon which work is to be conducted to allow J&L budget tree service to perform the outlined/written work. If any tree is mistakenly identified and cut down or trimmed, the client is fully responsible for any charges or damages.
Licenses/Permits: J&L Budget Tree Service, LLC is not responsible for the costs of permits, licenses, and/or bonds required to perform specified work under this contract. The client/property owner shall be responsible for obtaining and paying for necessary approval from governing entities.
Terms of Payments:
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- Residential customers are required to make payment on the day of service.
- Commercial businesses are granted a payment period of 30 days from the date of service.
- In the event of non-payment, we reserve the right to reject future services and take legal action to recover outstanding amounts.
- Any disputes regarding payments should be communicated within 7 days from the date of service.
Please note that by engaging our services, you agree to comply with the above-stated payment terms and conditions. Failure to adhere to these terms may result in a disruption of services, rejection of future services or further action as deemed necessary.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding payment, please contact our office at 908-922-3179 or by email JLBudgetTreeServices@gmail.com
By continuing with our services, you acknowledge and accept the aforementioned payment terms and conditions.
Penalties: If payments are late based on the above timelines, the non-paying party will face interest of the prime rate ( 3 %) monthly.
The signed proposal acts as an acknowledgment of agreement of responsibility for any court/attorney fees spent in an attempt to collect balances.
Crane Work: A nonrefundable $200 deposit is required.
Types of Payment: Cash, Check, Bank transfer, Debit Card and Credit Card ( 3% Fee).
Returned Check Fee: There will be a $45.00 fee charged for all checks returned to our office for in-sufficient funds.
