Tulsa Arborist - ISA Certified Arborist Near Me

There are many reasons to make sure you are hiring a Certified Arborist in the Tulsa area to engage in tree care on your property. Trees not only provide beauty, but they provide shade and shelter for your structures. If maintained, your trees could last longer than you!

Why an arborist? Certified Arborists are more than just tree trimmers. They are trained and certified to maintain the appearance and health of the trees on your property. Here are some of the services they provide:

To assess the health and condition of your trees: An arborist can evaluate the overall health and condition of your trees and provide recommendations for any necessary treatment or care.
To remove a tree: If you have a tree that is dead, diseased, or poses a safety hazard, an arborist can remove it safely and efficiently.
To prune a tree: An arborist can prune your trees to remove dead or damaged branches, improve their structure, or maintain their size and shape.
To plant a tree: An arborist can help you select and plant new trees on your property, taking into account the soil conditions, sunlight, and other factors that will affect the tree's growth.
To care for your trees: An arborist can provide ongoing care and maintenance for your trees, including fertilization, pest control, and disease management.

The ISA Certified Arborist credential helps consumers identify qualified, ethical, and highly trained tree services.

When you hire our Certified Arborists, you will receive advice and recommendations based on both scientific and practical knowledge. We are trained and equipped to both analyze and provide the correct tree care needed. As members of both the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), we abide by industry standards and strive to deliver the highest quality and most professional tree care in Tulsa and the surrounding areas abiding by the arborist code of ethics.

Here are some key principles that included in an Arborist Code of Ethics:

Provide high-quality, professional services to clients.
Promote the preservation and conservation of trees.
Respect the safety and well-being of clients, the public, and other professionals.
Foster a sense of community and cooperation within the arboriculture industry.
Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills through ongoing education and training.
Adhere to all relevant laws and regulations governing the practice of arboriculture.

What is a Certified Arborist?

ISA Certified Arborists are tree care workers that follow a strict code of ethics that ensures the reliability and credibility of their work. A Certified Tulsa Arborist will always consider the health and needs of each individual tree.

The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) serves the tree care industry and is a credentialing organization that promotes the professional practice of arboriculture. It focuses on research, technology, and education to advance best tree care practices. It is the only organization that can certify an arborist. TREES BY JAKE maintains multiple ISA Certified Arborists on staff trained and knowledgeable in all aspects of arboriculture, including tree biology, diagnosis, maintenance practice, and safety (click here to verify our credentials).

To become an ISA Certified Arborist an individual must:

Have 3 years of full-time experience working in the field while implementing proper tree care techniques;
Receive a recommendation by an ISA Certified Arborist; and
Sit for an extensive certification exam.

Once certified, they are required to engage in continuing education to maintain the credential.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a tree arborist?

A Certified Arborist is a professional in the arboriculture industry. They are extremely knowledgeable on everything trees, including pruning, safe work practices, tree risk management, diagnosis and treatment, soil management, identification, and biology.

What does an arborist do?

Arborists are proficient in all aspects of tree care, including pruning, tree removal, emergency tree care, tree health, and safety, though some arborists may specialize in certain areas.

What is the benefit of hiring an arborist?

Hiring a Certified Arborist ensures that you are receiving qualified and knowledgeable services. Arborists abide by industry standards regarding the types of services they provide as well as how those services are implemented. Certified Arborists can help produce beautiful and well-cared for trees and can help reduce liability and increase property values.

What types of insurance should a tree care company carry?

A qualified tree care company should carry at least both general liability and workers' compensation coverage. Tree services have some of the highest workers' compensations rates and many tree services try to skirt around it by hiring "subcontractors" even though they are not.

Does cutting off dead branches help a tree?

Yes, cutting off dead tree branches regularly helps the health of the tree and can prolong its life.

Who do I call for fallen tree on service lines in the Tulsa area?

Report any trees or branches that have fallen on electrical lines to Public Service of Oklahoma. Their 24-hour phone number is 888-218-3919. They usually do not remove the limbs, but will de-energize the lines for a tree crew.

Why should you call a tree service?

It is best to call a tree service when a tree needs to be trimmed or pruned. Many times branches that need trimming are out of reach and it would be dangerous for a homeowner or business to try to get to the branch. Additionally, calling a certified tree service ensures that a trained professional will trim or prune your trees to maintain the health of the tree.

Do tree services charge tax?

In Oklahoma, there is no tax on services.

Does your tree services take credit cards?

Yes, we accept major credit cards.

Can removing a tree cause foundation problems?

Removing a tree does not cause foundation problems.

How dangerous is tree service work?

Unfortunately, the arboriculture industry is one of the top leaders in injuries and fatalities. Chainsaw injuries, falls, and equipment failures can all happen on a jobsite and it is extremely important to hire a credentialed and experienced tree care company with a focus on safety.

What are the duties of an arborist?

An arborist can prune trees to remove dead or damaged branches, to improve their structure, or to maintain their size and shape, remove a tree from your property if it is dead, diseased, or poses a safety hazard, help you select and plant new trees on your property, taking into account the soil conditions, sunlight, and other factors that will affect the tree's growth, assess the overall health and condition of your trees and provide recommendations for any necessary treatment or care, and provide ongoing care and maintenance for your trees, including fertilization, pest control, and disease management.

What is the difference between a tree trimmer and an arborist?

A tree trimmer and an arborist both work with trees, but a Certified Arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture ISA) as a tree care specialist. Here is a brief comparison of the two:

A tree trimmer may perform the same or similar tasks as an ISA Certified Arborist, including pruning, trimming, climbing, and removal of trees, as well as debris cleanup.

An ISA Certified Arborist may perform those same tasks, but arborists are also knowledgeable in species, diseases, treatment options, and tree equipment operation which can help increase safety and efficiency in tree care. They have a wealth of knowledge and years of experience and they are expected to engage in continuing education every year. Arborists work with the client to help maintain the health of the tree and provide assessments and consultations.

Affordable Cost

Trees by Jake is the best in town. We have used them for several years and they have done an outstanding job at an affordable price. It also is very attractive to me that Jake is a Certified Arborist, and has the long term health of the tree in mind, and he's not just interested in cutting it all down just to make a profit. The crew that comes out is always courteous and does a good job cleaning up afterwards.

The price was very reasonable

Trees by Jake trimmed a very large tree over my roof. They were professional and the price was very reasonable. Jake is a certified arborist, which was a plus, and was really knowledgeable about everything. I appreciated being kept up to date on the status of the job and when they left, it didn't even look like there had been guys working! I definitely recommend Jake to anyone needing tree work done.

Promptly and Quick

BEST tree service in town. I contacted 2 other big name tree services for a bid - one of them couldn't be bothered to even answer the phone, much less return my phone call. The other one said they could probably come out in a week. My entire experience with the team at Trees by Jake was a pleasure. Jake really knows what he is doing as a certified arborist and all of his workers are safe and knowledgeable. He had lots of trucks and tools to get the job done in a timely manner and cleanup was immaculate. I will continue to use them for maintenance and recommend them to anyone who needs tree work. Thank you Jake and Allison and the rest of the team!

Trusted Certified Arborist

If you are in need of tree service, these are the guys to call. I called to get a quote and met with Jake the same day. He asked me what I wanted done and he gave me his recommendations. He is a certified arborist so I trusted what he wanted to do. My trees have never looked better. He said they had to drive up in my yard with their truck but said not to worry, you won't be able to tell that we were even here....he didn't lie! The only way you can tell is if you look at the trees. My property looks better than it did before they started. Don't waste your time with anyone else, they have my trust! Thanks, guys!

Trees by Jake is the best in town.

Michael Oakes

Jake is very knowledgeable about trees.

Jake is very knowledgeable about trees. He came out immediately, advised us as to the best approach for the trees in question. Once the team arrived, they were courteous and tidy about the yard. Jake also came onsite to make sure the work was being done appropriately. So happy with the work done.

Laurie Weinstein

All services that we provide are done with safety as a priority. TREES BY JAKE maintains two Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) Certified Treecare Safety Professionals (CTSP) on staff. CTSP is the only safety credentialing program in the arboriculture industry and shows a company’s commitment to safety and leadership. As a reputable tree care company in Tulsa, our workers are always protected while they are on your property. We provide an extensive training program for all employees with an emphasis on safety and all employees undergo extensive training. All crew members wear hardhats and other required personal protective equipment while working. TREES BY JAKE has also heavily invested in mechanizing the tree care process, including purchasing a crane built specifically for tree operations. Mechanization in tree care helps further safety and longevity for workers and increases efficiency for clients.

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