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  1. Old Mill Tree Care
    Does anyone know of anyone that can deal with repairs and servicing work on a Jensen in the south east? (Arbrep Services have relocated to South Africa). My chipper is only just over three years old and low hours so I don’t feel the need to trade it yet. Thanks.
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    Same story for me. [emoji1360]
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    I’ve had two Cut n Climb jackets. The first one was crap, the second one is more crap. I’ve also got a Mountain Warehouse jacket reduced from £120 to £50. Very good at £50.
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    I’m still on the look out for the right type of person. [emoji1360]
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    It depends upon many factors Eggs. Like, How long someone was destined to stay for from the start. Being unfortunate to be lied to by people at ‘interview’ stage. A business growing. Too many variables for you to make a judgement on.
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    No, you are completely wrong Eggs. As usual.
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    Oh I totally agree with you Bob. That's the root problem and reason that we are in the position we're in but we can't change it overnight and I need staff to appear overnight. ? I had one guy leave in a tantrum recently because he felt undervalued/felt he should be rewarded massively for his short service here. He had no comprehension of the cost to me/my business for his development. It is just a typical example of someone feeling entitled and wanting everything NOW. Of course, if he'd stuck around for another day he'd have discovered just how valued he was and the enormity of what was about to be literally handed to him. The general attitude of "I deserve it now!" is what really riles me. Sorry for the rant. ?
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    Yep that’s a good post Marc and I agree with you however: How the friggin hell can we charge clients enough so that we can pay staff well when we have to compete against cowboys, Gypos and scum bags.
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    Fundamentally the day to day functions of feeding and housing the population has remained the same. Houses and infrastructure must be maintained and developed therefore why is it now virtually impossible to find staff. I’ve spoken with plenty of other chaps who own their own companies and they all say the same-This year it has become almost impossible to even find idiots, never mind decent people. I’m no exception, work is flooding in, I’ll pay well and offer good development opportunities to the right person, yet there is no one forthcoming. Odd and really frustrating!
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    That depends upon how skilled and conscientious you are in reality. Not how good you think you are [emoji12]
  11. Old Mill Tree Care
    Yes that is whilst working for the Arabs in Chelsea. Meanwhile in the rest of the country it’s quite different. [emoji23][emoji23]
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    Advertising for tree work? Total waste of money. Doing good work is the best way to get your name forward. Advertising will ensure that you appeal to the ‘get 8 quotes to find the cheapest possible’ type of client. That helps ensure that pricing in our industry is permanently suppressed[emoji849][emoji853]
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    I’ve had an Echo 2511 for a few years and been very happy with it. Whatever brand you use, make sure a dealer is close, or you live close to Spudulike.
  14. Old Mill Tree Care
    If you enjoy working and performing well as part of a slick team, this would be a good opportunity for you. Most of our work is in the domestic sector so no need to deal with dog poo covered verges or irate pedestrians. The commercial side of our portfolio is smiling jobs only. I’m interested in the right type of person (far more than than age or a plethora of certification). Almost all our work is in the Reigate area so if all this appeals to you please contact me either by email: [email protected] or phone: 07834 414271 Thanks Al.
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    I wouldn’t use any type of harness on a ladder, just brings risk back into the equation. Incidentally, the plastic tube that connects the harness to the upper vertical pole has snapped on my Easy Lift Harness. Does anyone know where to find a replacement as I can’t find the right size tube or fix my broken one.
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    Which area of Kent are you in?
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    If you enjoy working and you perform well as part of a slick team, this would be a good opportunity for you. Most of our work is in the domestic sector so no need to deal with dog poo covered verges or irate pedestrians. The commercial side of my portfolio is chosen very carefully to avoid awkward situations, smilers only. I’m interested in the right type of person (far more than than age or a plethora of certification). Almost all our work is in the Reigate area so if all this appeals to you please contact me either by email: [email protected] or phone: 07834 414271 Thanks Al.
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    I’m in Surrey and I’ve seen loads of trees ruined by lack of water. Loads of Birch and Willow died at the end of last summer and lots more have not survived the (very mild, dry) winter. I’ve recently seen three Horse Chestnut that are 50% dead, like a cleaver down the middle. Also a big Cedar last summer, although there were other circumstances.
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    I’m still looking for another employee to work with us. We do primarily domestic Arb work, a small amount commercial, so the atmosphere is good. No trimming dog poos and no irate pedestrians! We are based in surrey with most work being in Reigate. Pay is dependent upon skills, not age or plethora of certification. Please call Al on 07834 414271
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    I saw a brilliant farming movie with a similar title! ‘Ploughing Her Furrow’ Wasn’t actually convinced it was about farming so I watched it many times, just to be sure. [emoji50]
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    Hi Zac. If you’re interested in doing some Arb work, please call me on 07834414271 or [email protected] It could be part time if that suits you. Thanks Al.
  22. Old Mill Tree Care
    I wanted the Peltor because they’re better than the Sena for being in trees but I was put off by the price of three sets. The Sena is a good system but make sure the wires are routed nicely and it’s better protected inside a Protos helmet.
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    Call Charles at Arbrep Services if you need clarification. He’s Mr Jensen.
  24. Old Mill Tree Care
    Some of you will already know that one of my batteries is failing. The process to replace the little battery can’t be done in under one minute with a hammer, yelling and bench vice so the sensible option is to replace the power unit, or whatever it’s called. Only thing is I can’t find the unit for sale by itself. I know somebody put a link for it on a different thread a long time ago but I can’t find that either. Any help appreciated.
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    One of my Sena 10s has a failing battery that won’t hold its charge. Does anyone know if the battery is available? I’ve search ‘tinternet but to no avail.

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