ARBORISTS IN ROANOKE, VA
WHAT IS AN ARBORIST?
If you’ve ever had the need to hire a company for tree removal or trimming, then you may have come across some companies that claim to be an ISA Certified Arborist-we are ISA Certified. You may not know what exactly that means but it’s actually a very important certification in the arboriculture industry and here’s why...
WHAT IS AN ISA CERTIFICATION
A Certified Arborist designation sets the person apart from others as someone with the commitment, dedication and knowledge within the industry. When an arborist holds a Certified Arborist credential it means that they have met minimum requirements according to the international Society of Arboriculture.
REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME AN ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST
That includes a minimum of three years full-time experience in the tree care industry and/or a “degree in the field of arboriculture, horticulture, landscape architecture, or forestry from a regionally accredited educational institute.” You must be trained in all areas of our arboriculture and also adhere to a code of ethics.
An exam also must be taken to prove your knowledge within the field. It contains 200 questions and topics to include tree biology, identification, tree-soil-water relations, nutrition, fertilization, planting, pruning, cabling, bracing, preservation, climbing and risk assessment. The certification is valid for three years and during which time the certification holder must reapply.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HIRE AN ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST?
There are many reasons it is important to choose an ISA Certified Arborist. Since it’s inception, the certification program has dramatically improved the industry by setting minimum standards and incentives to certified arborist for continuing education in the field. This means that certified arborist have a more scientific knowledge instead of the vaguer education an un-certified arborists hold. This means that someone hiring a tree service will be given an extremely high assurance that their trees and landscape will be handled correctly and with the upmost level of professionalism.