Why hire an arborist? We commonly hear the following question from people who aren’t exactly sure what an arborist does. Why should I hire an Arborist? It's a very good question and one that is very fair to ask. We have created this informative guide to help you understand the value and benefit of using an arborist to help you beat your Emerald Ash Borer infestation.
What is an Arborist and what do they actually do? Arborists are trained tree professionals who provide a variety of services related to the health of your tree. It's the science of trees and how best to protect them from the multitude of factors that they can be affected by. Emerald Ash Borer is a serious risk to the health of your trees, so using a professional to treat the infestation is like using a neurosurgeon to conduct brain surgery.
Specially trained Arborists are specially trained in proper tree care. It is a complex and highly-specialized profession that is not something you should try yourself without the correct knowledge and experience.
Expertise = money saved in the long run Arborist's expertise can help protect your investments and property value. The right tree care on your property is crucial to ensuring home values remain competitive and are not affected by external factors.
Legal certification Legally Arborists are certified. At Birch Tree Care, all of our arborists are ISA certified which means that we're the ones who are allowed to work on trees safely. Anyone else attempting to work on a tree could be up for huge costs when it comes to litigation and insurance expenses so it’s always better to use a professional.
Proper tools for the job Like any profession, the experts are the ones with the proper tools for the job. Climbing equipment, cutting tools, mulchers, insecticide solutions, high-vis uniforms, safety equipment and years of experience mean that Birch arborists are extremely well placed to provide you with expert advice and to complete the job in a timely fashion with little to low risk of damage either environmentally or financially.
Emerald Ash Borer experience EAB damage is something that we're very used to. We've dealt with thousands of clients who have experienced first-hand just how much damage the Emerald Ash Borer can cause to a tree. With our past experience and local ISA certification, we know exactly what the best approach is for dealing with this invasive pest.
Don’t cut corners Saving the cost of EAB treatment may seem like a financially good idea, but by not using a professional Arborist, you could be causing yourself years of expenses down the line due to mismanagement and short-cutting of the correct treatment for your landscape.
We’re licensed chemical applicators The chemicals used for treating EAB are dangerous. If managed incorrectly, the chemicals could provide serious damage to your tree and even worse, yourself. It's important to let the professionals manage this process to ensure the best results for you. As Birch Tree Care is a licensed applicator of insecticides, we are well-positioned to help you with the treatment.
Book a consultation with Birch Tree Care As your local arborists, we're ready to help you with your Emerald Ash Borer problem. The longer you wait, the higher the chance of damage to your trees and the more money it could be costing you in the long run. Book in for a no-obligation chat to work out a quote for our services and to see if we can tailor fit a solution to your needs.