Hiring a professional arborist can feel like, especially if the tree care task at hand looks like something you can manage yourself. However, hiring a professional is often safer and more cost-effective. Big Island Tree Service of Keaau, HI has three situations in which calling in an arborist is the best idea.

3 Times to Hire an Arborist

1. Tree Trimming

Pruning and trimming a tree isn’t as straightforward as it looks. Without knowledge of tree anatomy and structures, an inexperienced pruner may cut a tree in a way that is unattractive at best or actively damaging at worst. Practices like topping can leave a tree vulnerable to stress and premature death. An arborist will be able to analyze a tree and trim exactly the parts that need to be removed, leaving it healthy and beautiful.

2. Tree Health

A tree can face many health risks during its lifetime. Severe weather conditions, soil that doesn’t provide correct nourishment, and contagious diseases all take their toll. Arborists are trained in identifying health problems and taking steps to fix them, whether the solution is adding extra fertilizer, applying a particular pesticide to combat an insect infestation, or pruning to keep a localized problem from spreading to the rest of the tree.

3. Tree Removal

There are many circumstances where a tree may need to be completely removed, whether it’s dying from disease, endangering nearby buildings after a storm, or obstructing a construction project. This process can be involved and even dangerous. A professional arborist will handle the process safely and efficiently, saving you stress and potential heartache.

If you need tree care, Big Island Tree Service is ready to assist you with the skills and knowledge they’ve gained from over a decade of experience. A gallery of their work with trees all over the Big Island is available on their website. Call (808) 966-6997 to speak with an expert, or follow them on Facebook for information and tips.