Trees offer so many benefits and are a true asset to your property. However, in order for trees to live a long and healthy life, they require routine care and maintenance just like any other plant. When trees near the end of their life, they can become a major hazard and the risks start to outweigh their benefits. Oftentimes, removal becomes the only option.
Tree removal is dangerous work, and it involves much more than sawing the trunk and yelling “timber!”. When removing a tree, one must understand the important role gravity plays in the process, be cognizant of nearby homes and power lines, and they must know exactly where to cut in order to prevent trunks or branches from springing back up.
As a result, we never recommend attempting to remove a tree yourself. Poor judgment and inexperience can lead to devastating injuries. It’s critical to turn to a trained and certified expert for tree removal. A local Certified Arborist can assist. Not only can an arborist help keep your trees healthy, but in the event removal is necessary, they can take care of it safely and methodically.
What Are ISA Certified Arborists?
ISA Certified Arborists can be thought of as tree doctors. They are licensed professionals who specialize in tree care, maintenance, and removal. Arborists are trained to care for and remove trees in an environmentally responsible way that prevents damage to the surrounding environment. They can help trees overcome disease.
Becoming an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist is quite a lengthy process that involves an application, a lengthy exam, and a commitment to abide by a code of ethics. Arborists must also have a degree in arboriculture or more than three years of full-time experience in the field. Arborists must demonstrate ongoing knowledge and skill in the field of tree care before receiving certification from the ISA.
How To Determine If Tree Removal Is Necessary
An arborist will do everything possible to save a tree, but if it’s dying or it poses a safety risk to nearby property, removal may be the only option. Like most living things, trees are susceptible to fatal diseases. If a tree is nearing the end of its life, it’s essential for you to remove it before it falls and causes damage or injury.
An arborist will be able to tell you if removal is truly necessary, but here are some signs to watch out for:
- The tree is shedding a significant number of dying branches
- The entire tree is dead or dying
- The tree has significant decay, rot, or pest damage
- The trunk of the tree is hollow
- The tree is starting to damage or interfere with the property
- The tree has a new or significant lean
These signs should be considered early warnings, but only an arborist can truly diagnose a tree. While not all tree diseases have a cure, calling an arborist right away can offer the tree the best chance of survival.
Why You Should Always Choose An Arborist For Tree Removal
Tree removal is complicated and dangerous, so it’s not a DIY task. Accurate calculations need to be made regarding how and where to cut in order to ensure the tree falls in the right spot. Incorrect calculations can lead to significant injury or property damage. When a tree is coming down, falling branches and debris can cause serious injury. Even trees that have fallen or are significantly leaning to one side can spring back up after being cut, which can result in devastating injuries.
As a result of their extensive training, arborists are pros when it comes to tree removal. They’re able to accurately assess the state of the tree in order to determine the best way to bring it down. They can accurately calculate where the tree is going to fall. Trees that aren’t surrounded by property may be able to be cut at the trunk, while trees that sit next to a home or building may need to be scaled from the top down. An arborist can help determine the best way to safely tackle the project. Additionally, a local arborist is not only trained in tree care, but they also know how to manage the types of trees that are native to Central Florida.
ISA Certified Arborists also must adhere to a strict code of ethics, which helps to validate their credibility and reliability in the field. Some of the many rules include:
- Compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards
- Compliance with all accepted professional standards related to arboriculture
- Cooperation with ISA when ethical matters arise and an obligation to report any violations of the code of ethics
- Responsibility for delivering safe and competent services with objective decision making
- Responsibility for recognizing the limitations of their professional ability and making a reasonable attempt to provide appropriate referrals when necessary
- An obligation to protect and respect the confidentiality of customer-sensitive information.
- An obligation to provide truthful and accurate representations when advertising to the public or preparing an estimate and properly using and representing professional credentials.
As a result of the ISA code of ethics, you can feel confident that you’re working with a high-quality professional who is obligated to abide by a set of rules and ethics when you choose a Certified Arborist.
Why CFB Outdoors Is Your Best Choice For Tree Removal
If you’re looking for a local Certified Arborist in Central Florida, CFB Outdoors is your best choice. We help hundreds of customers with tree removal and stump grinding every year and we do all of our work in an environmentally responsible way. Here are a few things that set us apart:
- We’re ISA Certified Arborists and Municipal Specialists – Not all companies offering tree removal services are Certified Arborists. We’re not only arborists, we specialize in municipal arboriculture, policy, planning, and risk management. When it comes to tree care, we’re highly qualified.
- We Handle Both Tree Removal and Stump Grinding
Most outdoor service companies don’t handle both tree removal and stump grinding, which means it can take days or weeks to fully remove a tree. The reason is these two processes require a completely different set of machines, trucks, and tools. The team at CFB Outdoors is capable of handling both, which means our customers don’t have to juggle multiple contractors and we can get the job done quickly. - We Have Decades of Experience – We’ve been doing tree care in Central Florida for a long time, and we know what we’re doing. Our staff receives regular training so we stay at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.
- We’re Fully Licensed and Insured – We’re fully insured including workers’ compensation, so our clients are protected from unnecessary liability, and they can have peace of mind when working with us.
- We Own Our Equipment – Our team is equipped with 3 bucket trucks, 5 skid steers, 3 chippers/mulchers, 2 stump grinders, and all the tools needed to ensure tree removal is done efficiently. Because we own our equipment, we can make sure it’s well-maintained and we’re not dependent on any third parties to complete the work in a timely manner.
- Our Customer Service is Second to None
We know there are many tree removal services out there, which is why we focus on customer service as our primary differentiator. If you value service, communication, dependability, and transparency, you won’t find a better contractor than CFB Outdoors.
Tree work is far more complicated than you think, so don’t attempt to do it yourself. If you need tree removal services in Central Florida, it’s easy to see why CFB Outdoors should be your number one choice. Our service area covers both Volusia and Seminole Counties. Contact us to discuss your project today.