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Why should I hire an arborist?
Hiring an Arborist is a big decision.
What we do is very dangerous, and removing trees is always our last resort. Tree work should be done only by those trained and equipped to work safely in trees. With a wealth of training, experience and techniques at our disposal, arborists are knowledgeable professionals whose priority is the health of your trees and safety of those living and working around them.
For a healthy & long life, trees need proper maintenance, and no doubt about it – proper maintenance is investment. Given appropriate care, trees add value to people and property beyond a dollar value, while those who fall into neglect can create liability no one imagines.
An arborist, tree surgeon, or (less commonly) arboriculturist, is a professional in the practice of arboriculture, which is the cultivation, management, and study of individual trees, shrubs, vines, and other perennial woody plants in dendrology and horticulture
The difference between an Arborist and a Certified Arborist
Certified Arborists have achieved a level of knowledge in the area and science of tree care through at least three years experience and have passed a comprehensive examination developed by some of the nation’s leading tree care experts. They must continue their education to maintain their certification.
Blue Ribbon Tree & Landscape Specialists, Inc. has two Certified Arborists on staff and a highly-skilled team of groundsmen. Offering free quotes, we are here to provide honest, reliable evaluations and safe & fair tree care services.
If you have tree concerns or need help deciding whether your project might need professional services, we’d be happy to talk to you today. Give us a call at 1-877-643-3328.
Helpful Links
- ISA Guide: Why Hire An Arborist?
- Pacific Northwest ISA: Benefits of Hiring an Arborist
In the Wake of the Storm
from the Arbor Day Foundation
First Aid for Trees
from the Arbor Day Foundation
BRTL Among Top 20 Best Tree Service Professionals
Blue Ribbon Tree & Landscape has been named one of Expertise.com’s Top 20 Best Tree Service Professionals 2018. Scoring professionals in our industry based on 25 variables in the categories of:
- Reputation
- Credibility
- Expertise
- Availability
- Professionalism
We are honored to be ranked among Seattle’s highest performing, quality-driven providers and look forward to helping our Pacific Northwest neighbors and trees for many years to come.
BRTL Wins Angie’s List Super Service Award 2017
For the ninth year in a row, Blue Ribbon Tree and Landscape has been awarded Angie’s List Super Service Award honoring service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews in 2017.
“Super Service Award winners must meet strict eligibility requirements, which include maintaining an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade and review period grade. The SSA winners must be in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check, submit a current trade license attestation and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.”
BRTL strives to provide our very best service each and every day, in order to help our customers and environment. We are proud to be an Angie’s List top rated contractor and thankful for the opportunities to serve our region this partnership has provided.
If we can serve you, please contact us today.
How to Choose a Nursery Tree
A lot of factors go into choosing the right tree for your property. Just a few include: seasonal benefits, wind & privacy, available square footage and curb appeal. Life in the Pacific Northwest adds regional considerations, too – specifically the differences in root growth that can affect tree stability.
Watch this great video from the Arbor Day Foundation for tips on planning and buying nursery trees, and remember to contact us for specific PNW advice on the best trees for your needs.
Protect Yourself: Hiring Contractors
The Washington Labor & Industries website offers tools for protecting yourself and your property when hiring contractors from all trades. From there, you can:
- look up contractors & view safety inspection histories
- verify license, registration, bond, insurance & infractions
- get a handy Homeowner’s Guide to Hiring a Contractor
- information on avoiding prime contactor liability
- reporting fraud
We encourage informed customers and take pride in taking every precaution to protect our clients and employees. If you have any questions about our record of quality, please contact us!
How To Know if Your Tree Needs Water
Published by the Arbor Day Foundation
Jun 13, 2017
Ask an Arborist is a video series that gives viewers insider knowledge on all things trees. This month Mary shares methods of watering your trees and how to tell when it’s time to water.
~ Kelly, Brink Property Management
“I’m an Association Portfolio Manager overseeing approximately 38 HOAs and have been associated with Blue Ribbon since 2005. They are very professional, responsive & reliable. I highly recommend Blue Ribbon to anyone.”