Should I Work with a Certified Arborist on Tree Maintenance and Trimming?

Trees can be a tremendous asset or a huge liability. Regular maintenance is usually what keeps them from becoming the latter. Trees in your yard offer enhanced curb appeal and improved energy efficiency, but making sure they’re well cared for is the key to reaping these benefits.

While some people think tree maintenance and removal are DIY projects, this line of work is actually very dangerous — especially when dealing with large trees or trees located near property or infrastructure. These are jobs that are best left to the experts. So how can you tell who is an expert at tree removal?

It’s true that not every contractor is equipped to deal with tree maintenance. When managing trees on your property, it’s important to only work with a Certified Arborist. A Certified Arborist is a highly skilled, extensively trained professional who specializes in tree work.

What Is A Certified Arborist?

An ISA Certified Arborist is a professional who performs tree care, maintenance, disease diagnoses, and removal. To earn this certification offered by the International Society of Arboriculture, professionals must complete a wide range of training around tree growth, operational safety, and biology.

The ISA really sets a high bar for earning these credentials. Candidates are required to have three or more years of professional experience in the tree care industry as well as a degree in arboriculture, forestry, or landscape architecture. They must also pass an exam. 

What Can A Certified Arborist Do For Me?

If you have trees on your property, it’s a good idea to have an arborist on your contact list. Trees need regular care and must also be removed once they reach the end of their lifespan. A certified arborist can provide numerous services including:

  • Tree Trimming – Tree pruning helps keep trees growing healthy. A professional will know which branches to trim and how to do it safely.
  • Tree Removal – The goal is always to do everything possible to save a tree, but sometimes removal is necessary, especially if the tree poses a safety risk. A good arborist is trained to remove trees in the safest possible manner.
  • Stump Removal Eliminating a stump is much different than removing a tree. Stumps and roots can be pulled out of the ground, which can leave a gigantic hole. The preferable method is stump grinding, which should only be done by a professional.
  • Treatments – If your tree is sick or infested with pests, it’s still possible to save its life. A professional is capable of providing treatments, eliminating diseased branches, and developing a plan to help restore your tree to its original form.
  • Emergency Services – If you have an urgent problem, such as a tree falling due to a storm, an arborist is the most qualified professional to take care of the problem.
  • Tree Planting – An arborist can help you determine the types of trees that will thrive in your yard, the best places to plant them, and how to ensure they grow up healthy.

Why Is It Important To Work With A Certified Arborist?

ISA Certified Arborists are required to adhere to a strict code of conduct when doing business. This certification has helped to set standards for tree care, so when consumers hire a certified arborist, they can be sure they’re working with the very best.

When treating, pruning, or removing a tree, a lot can go wrong. Not only is the process very dangerous, but one wrong move can result in serious death, injury, or property damage. Neglected or poorly maintained trees can also drag down your property value. Hiring an ISA-certified arborist will give you peace of mind. It’s the best way to limit risk and ensure your trees are managed in an environmentally responsible way.

Trust CFB Outdoors For Your Tree Maintenance And Removal

Don’t trust any general contractor to manage trees on your Volusia County property. Turn to a reputable outdoor service provider you can trust. CFB Outdoors has been in the tree maintenance business for decades and we have multiple ISA-certified arborists on staff. We offer tree maintenance, tree removal, and stump grinding services. We’re fully licensed and fully insured, so you can rest easy when we’re on the job. We also own all of our own equipment, so we can be sure it’s in great condition and complete our projects on schedule.

If high-quality work and superb customer service are important to you, get in touch with the team at CFB Outdoors today. We’re Central Florida’s leading outdoor services company.