An arborist is a licensed professional in tree care best practices. They specialize in the care and maintenance of individual trees. To become an arborist, an individual must have at least three years of full-time experience in arboriculture, as well as pass the International Society of Arboriculture’s (ISA) extensive written exam. Hiring a tree service with certified arborists ensures a higher level of experience and expertise in the handling of your trees.

Plant Health Care. Arborists can diagnose tree health problems, provide appropriate treatment, and protect your trees from insects and diseases. Several dangerous pests in the State College region include the gypsy moth, spotted lanternfly, hemlock wooly adelgid, emerald ash borer. Through preventive maintenance, arborists promote the vitality, safety, and appearance of your trees.

Pruning. A thorough knowledge of tree health helps arborists decide what type or pruning is necessary for each tree. Common reasons for pruning include removing dead and/or dangerous limbs, refining the tree’s shape, and eliminating limbs that interfere with infrastructure (i.e. wires, roofs, streets).