How the fuck can getting a tree removed cost this much?

[Cleo]

So far two tree services have showed up.

First one was very professional and I got a good feel for him but $6,500 does seem like a lot or at least until the second one came out.

Second one wanted $9,500. He had lots of gold teeth and drove a junker. He did call me from his cell phone after I said no and was willing to knock some off of his price.

Tomorrow I'm being woken up by a father and son team who were refereed to me by the guy that takes care of my yard. They will be here by 8:30 am. I hope they don't mind a sleepy home owner with bed hair.

My insurance is suppose to take of this expense but of course first I have to lay out the money and I have no idea when or what percent of this will be paid back to me.

I am really missing my satellite dish, basic cable just doesn't cut it, so I will be very happy once it has a clear view of the southern sky again.