Why an Arborist?


When hiring a company to do work of any sort the consumer should be sure that this firm will uphold certain standards. When you have your car worked on, for example, you make sure the work is done by an A.S.E. certified mechanic. In the field of treecare, this standard is defined by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and certification guarantees that an arborist is studied in the principles and practices of modern arbor science. To get certification a prospective arborist needs to pass a rigorous certification exam.

The certification exam is administered by the ISA which is a non-profit, self-regulating organization dedicated to the care and preservation of trees. Before a person can take the exam he or she must have at least three years of experience in the field. The exam is comprehensive and thoroughly tests the applicant’s understanding of the principles of conscientious tree care. Certification lasts for three years and all Certified Arborists must maintain their certification by attaining credits throughout this three year period. Credits are accrued by attending workshops and classes sponsored by the ISA in the interest of promoting knowledge and understanding of developments in the field. The renewal process is a good guarantee that a Certified Arborist is kept up to date.