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Tree surgeons / arborists in the United States

110 tree surgeons / arborists across the United States, each compared on their reviews, credential evidence and evidence from named public sources. Independent evidence, no ads and no paid placement. Add your area below to see who's near you.

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Tree Surgeons / Arborists

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What to check when hiring tree surgeons / arborists in the United States

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  • Check they carry public-liability insurance and ask to SEE the certificate. Tree work is high-risk and damage to your property, a neighbour's, or a person is expensive to put right.
  • Before any felling or heavy pruning, check whether the tree is protected (a preservation order, a conservation area, or active bird nesting), because YOU, the homeowner, can be fined for unauthorised work, not just the contractor.
  • Get the scope in writing (which trees, how much to take off, and who removes the waste and grinds the stump), and never pay in full before the work is finished.
  • Contractor licensing in the US is set by each state (and sometimes the city or county). For electrical, plumbing, HVAC or any major build, confirm the trade is licensed on your state's licensing board before hiring. Unlicensed work where a license is required can void permits and insurance and leave you no recourse.
  • Ask for a lien waiver as you pay each stage: in most US states an unpaid contractor or subcontractor can place a mechanic's lien on your home even if you already paid the main contractor, and a signed waiver is your protection.

How to judge a tree surgeon / arborist

Independent, no-ads guidance. The trade-specific checks that matter most, the warning signs, and what to ask before you hire. Use it alongside each contractor’s public evidence above.

Verify before you hire

  • Look for an ISA Certified Arborist (International Society of Arboriculture) and, for the company, TCIA accreditation: the recognized US marks of competence and safety.
  • Tree work is among the most dangerous trades, so insist on current general liability AND workers' compensation certificates: without workers' comp, a climber's injury can become your liability.
  • Some states and cities license tree services or require a permit to remove protected or heritage trees: check locally.
  • Get a written scope (which trees, prune vs. remove, stump grinding, clean-up), and confirm ANSI A300 pruning standards.

Warning signs of a rogue contractor

  • No workers' compensation: the single biggest risk in hiring tree work.
  • Door-knock pressure after a storm, demanding cash up front.
  • 'Tops' trees (a discredited, tree-killing practice) instead of proper crown reduction.
  • No ISA arborist on staff and no proof of insurance.

Questions to ask before you hire

  • Do you have an ISA Certified Arborist and TCIA accreditation?
  • Can I see current liability AND workers' compensation certificates?
  • Is a permit needed to remove this tree, and will you obtain it?
  • Will you follow ANSI A300 pruning, and is clean-up and stump grinding included?

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a trustworthy tree surgeon / arborist?
Compare the public evidence on each profile: how many independent reviews they have and across how many named sources, the rating and how recent it is, any credential evidence, and the company status. A tree surgeon / arborist backed by several named sources is harder to fake than one found in only one place.
Does MyTrustedTraders rank or recommend tree surgeons / arborists for payment?
No. There are no ads and no paid placement. Tree surgeons / arborists are ranked only by the strength of independent public evidence. No one can pay to rank higher, add a badge, or change their reviews.
Where do the reviews come from?
They're imported from named public review sources and always shown with the source named. They aren't reviews written on MyTrustedTraders. We cross-check the same business across sources rather than creating new reviews.
What should I check before hiring a tree surgeon / arborist?
Confirm credentials and insurance directly with the tree surgeon / arborist, get a written quote, and run the Cowboy Checker on the business first. MyTrustedTraders helps you shortlist on the evidence. It doesn't replace your own checks before you hire.

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