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How to Buy a Christmas Tree Online

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Buy a Christmas Tree Online
Buy a Christmas Tree Online

Buy a Christmas tree online and have it delivered right to your front door. You may or may not save money, but the quality of the tree is usually guaranteed.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Do a Web search for online Christmas tree vendors by entering "Christmas trees" into a search engine such as Google or Yahoo.

  2. Step 2

    Browse the sites. Some online Christmas tree sites sell one type of tree, while others list a variety of trees (Douglas fir, noble fir and so on) and a variety of sizes, from tabletop to 6 feet and taller. Keep looking until you find what you want.

  3. Step 3

    Note information on the site about shipping costs, delivery, guarantees, and refunds if your tree arrives damaged.

  4. Step 4

    Select a tree and a payment method. Some sites allow you to pay by check or money order as well as by credit card; others require that you send an order form with a check. Or, you may be able to call a toll-free number and order over the phone.

  5. Step 5

    Check the delivery schedule carefully. On some sites, you can select the time when you want your tree delivered; others deliver within a specific window of time around December 1.

  6. Step 6

    Follow the care instructions included with your tree.

Tips & Warnings
  • Measure the area in your house where the tree will go before making your selection, to be certain the tree you choose will fit.
  • Order early in the season. You need to allow time for shipping, and many dealers do sell out.
  • Order close to home if possible. The tree will have less distance to travel, and shipping charges may be lower. However, ordering from a distance may allow you to get a kind of tree you've never had before.
  • Some sites let you order tree stands for an additional price, but generally your tree will be delivered without a stand.
  • Always look for a secure site before using your credit card online.

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lost123 said

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on 7/16/2009 I've used a company called Tannenbaum's (www.premiumchristmastree.com) for the last 2 years. Great service and amazing quality trees.

lisa411 said

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on 6/18/2009 Whether you are an online shopping novice or seasoned vet; if you are one for project related shopping, comparison shopping, or bargain hunting this short article will change the way you shop online forever ;)
... http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1215341/an_innovative_online_shopping_guide.html?cat=46
(personal project webpages listed on pg.2)

MtAir58 said

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on 11/21/2008 Sorry about the double comment... I signed up by trying to post and I didn't realize my other comment was there...

MtAir58 said

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on 11/21/2008 Thanks, great suggestions. The guys at www.jakeschristmasforest.com are great. I'd recommend them to anyone!

MtAir58 said

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on 11/21/2008 Thanks. The guys from www.jakeschristmasforest.com were great!

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