A certified arborist is trained to understand how trees grow, respond to stress, and interact with their environment. Our job is to help your trees stay healthy, safe, and beautiful—whether that means pruning, diagnosing issues, or removing one that’s become a hazard.

Tree work might look straightforward, but there’s a lot going on behind the scenes—ropes, rigging, physics, safety gear. A certified arborist brings the training and equipment to do it safely and properly, which saves you risk, time, and often money in the long run.

Once a year is a good rule of thumb. A quick check can catch small problems before they become big ones—especially after a rough storm or if you’ve noticed something off, like dead branches or leaning.

It depends on the species and what you’re trying to achieve. Late winter or early spring is great for most, but some trees do better in summer. We can help you set up a pruning schedule that makes sense for your property.

Keep an eye out for dead limbs, cracks in the trunk, mushrooms or fungi around the base, or a lean that’s getting worse. If something doesn’t look right, it’s always worth a professional look before it turns into a bigger issue.