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Tips To Get The Best Tree Service

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Tips To Get The Best Tree Service

We are commonly asked, “Why does it matter if I hire a certified arborist for tree removal?” The answer seems obvious, but many homeowners don’t check this information before hiring a company. The following tips will give you the knowledge you need to choose a tree service for tree trimming Mt. Pleasant SC that is knowledgeable and truly cares about your trees, your property, and your safety. 

  • Certification

Erase the words "arborist” and “tree guy" from your brain. There is a big difference between an arborist and a certified arborist. Simply put, your certified arborist has studied to learn the proper ways to safely (OSHA and ISA standards) prune and remove trees based on the discoveries they make as research and innovation continues. 

Taking the time to get certified means a person takes the service seriously, has pride in their work, and is committed to progressing with the industry. This will more than likely guarantee that they will be honest with you and have your best interest in mind.

  • Proper equipment

Make sure that the person you hire is using the proper equipment for the job. Never let anyone wear spikes on their shoes when pruning your trees, as this can cause harm to the tree itself.

  • Safety

Hiring a provider that follows OSHA and industry safety standards is vital. Make sure that the crew will wear hard hats, chainsaw chaps and eyes, and ear protection. This can be the difference between having a serious injury or fatality on your property or having everyone go home unharmed. 

  • Ask questions

The more a certified arborist is involved in our industry's events and tasks, the more you can trust they will treat your property and trees like they belong to their favorite grandmother.

  • Check certification and insurance

A certified arborist will carry their certification information with them. When someone stops by your house claiming to be certified, ask to see his or her certificate. If they don’t have this sort of information, it’s a good idea to pass on their service. 

  • Insurance policies

Make sure each tree service you are considering has appropriate liability insurance and workers compensation insurance. All certificates of insurance should be sent from the tree service’s insurance agency directly to you. Otherwise, it could be a fraudulent certificate. If a company has an accident and does not have the proper insurance, then you are liable. You will have to pay for repairs to your property and any injuries that may have occurred as a result of the accident.

  • Reputation

Do some research to find out what kind of reputation the tree service has with its local community. The right tree service should have positive online reviews in a variety of places. Check to see whether the company in question is a member of any reputable trade association. How long has the company been in business? Do they have any complaints on local forums, discussion groups, etc?

Conclusion

Ask the company for references, if you need the extra assurance. Especially for expensive projects, doing a bit of research is always worth the time.

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