[MAIPC] Triclopyr vs Glyphosate

[Steven Manning]

When pricing a small project the herbicide choice would not make a big difference in the cost especially considering the price point of these two options.  The difference is probably the amount of time they think it will take to finish the project.   Or as previously mentioned one may be more desperate to get the job then the other.  Another consideration is that such price variances can be due to the type of labor employed and how much the employer pays the employee.  A final thought is that it might be wise to get a couple more bids and don't hesitate to use the higher or medium price if they appear to know what they are doing.  Take a look at our website www.invasiveplantcontrol.com and click on the services tab. Scroll down to the bid specifications brochure.  This PDF will highlight some of the questions you should ask potential contractors to help you secure the best option. Good luck

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Steve Manning
IPC, Inc.

> On Apr 17, 2015, at 8:35 PM, kate <katieheffs at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> A perhaps basic (and I hope appropriate) question to the forum:
> 
> What are the bulletpoint differences between triclopyr and glyphosate? Is one vastly less toxic than the other? On the minute scale (single residence, invasive hedgerow), is there any major argument for one over the other? 
> 
> The specific situation is a homeowner who received two invasive removal bids with a large price difference, glyphosate contractor being cheaper by 40%. Does it make any difference with the following details: an organic vegetable garden down-slope? A kid roaming around?
> 
> Thanks to all for any input...
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