What You Should Know Before Hiring a Tree Care Professional

Homeowners, you may have a big branch that needs to be cut or a tree trunk that needs to come out of the ground. Doing it yourself could be potentially dangerous. It is time to call in a tree care professional. What should you look for?

Safety

Safety is the most important aspect of tree work that needs to be considered when hiring a tree

company. With the dangerous nature of the business, a culture and tone of “safety first” in a tree

company is critical (Source).

Licensure and Recommendations

Ask for an up-to-date certificate of insurance and a copy of their work contract. You want to ensure that the company is properly insured and that you will not be held liable for damages, accidents, or injuries. Secondly, you’ll want to look for recommendations and credentials. Three notable credentials are:

• International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) - certified arborist
• Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) - accredited business
• Certified Tree Care Safety Professional (CTSP) - individual license

(Source).

Price

Will they give you a detailed estimate (along with time to completion)? Get written estimates from three equal companies to compare prices and understand the scope of the job. This way you can leverage them against each other, getting the best price from the tree care professional you are most comfortable with.

If you live in Malibu, California or Beverly Hills, California and have a particular treescape problem, be sure to speak to a real estate agent first. Malibu realtors and Beverly Hills real estate agents can point you in the right direction and help you make the right choice!