There’s more to tree care than you’d think. If you’re looking into hiring someone to trim and care for your trees, many people assume you just hire a guy who knows how to cut off a tree limb and call it a day. There’s actually a whole side to professional tree care that a lot of people don’t know about. We call it the industry of arboriculture. And there’s no better arborist than an ISA certified arborist.
What is an Arborist?
Unlike your average groundskeeper or gardener, an arborist is an expert in tree planting, care, maintenance, and removal. They are trained in the science of trees and cater specifically to tree needs and health. In fact, they even have their own organizations!
There are organizations for tree care? Yep! Say you need a tree trimmed or removed. You probably check online and find all kinds of options, some cheaper than others, but are they all certified? Wait, people need certifications to handle trees? If you want them to understand the science of tree care as much as they do the manual labor the profession also requires, then yes! By going with a certified arborist, meaning they belong to an organization like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association, you know that this individual or company takes their profession seriously.
What is the ISA? And What Does It Mean?
The ISA (or International Societ of Arboriculture) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the professional practice of arboriculture and greater awareness of the benefits of trees and proper tree care. To stay ISA, an arborist must not only complete a comprehensive examination but also maintain their accreditation. These credentials last three years, at which time the arborist must earn minimum amounts of ISA Continuing Education Units to ensure they are on top of any advancements and changes within the industry and the machinery. They also need to prove that they are up-to-date on the latest information in modern tree care.
Certified arborist companies often showcase the logo to these accredited organizations on their website. To make sure your selected arborist is in fact qualified and insured, you can check the International Society of Arboriculture’s database. You never know who could be scamming you, even for something as unassuming as tree care!
You’re already spending enough on tree care, so don’t waste your money on someone not qualified who will either do a poor job or endanger your trees and your own safety, as well as others around you. Don’t consider hiring an arborist who fails to become certified unless you want to end up wasting more time and money in the long run.
Who’s a Good ISA Certified Arborist Near Me?
For top quality tree care with ethical practices and up-to-date certification, that’s why there’s Blackhawk Tree Services. Family-owned and serving the greater Raleigh, North Carolina area for over 40 years, Blackhawk Tree services is certified, insured, and trusted in their community. For everything from planting, pruning, removal, and tree health assessments contact them today for a consultation to get one step closer to the yard of your dreams from the professionals who care.