Baton Rouge Tree Trimming Services: What to Look for in a Tree Surgeon

Brad Magee • October 28, 2021

Whether you are flying into Baton Rouge, walking along the LSU lakes, driving down I-10, or simply running errands around town, one thing that you will notice is the incredible amount of trees that grace the greater Baton Rouge area. From beautiful, broad magnolias to massive, stretching live oaks, the arborous footprint, scenery, and background of south Louisiana is a sight to behold. However, as trees age, suffer damage, or grow beyond the scope of your home or property, they may need to be trimmed or removed. 

 

Due to the size, scale, and science behind making adjustments to these significant and substantial landmarks, experience and expertise play a crucial role. This means that selecting the right tree trimming service or tree surgeon is essential to the safety of your property and the health of your trees.

 

What Skills and Qualifications Should a Tree Surgeon Have?

As with any professional you hire to work on, in, or around your home, they need to be licensed and insured. Tree trimming and removal can present a lot of risks. 


Make sure that you’re your service provider has sufficient and current insurance coverage before they perform any service on your property. Your tree surgeon should also be certified with at least a Certificate II in Arboriculture. Furthermore, years of experience, reviews, referrals, recommendations, and more can all help you determine if a company is ready to help with your tree issues.

 

What Qualities Should You Look for Before Hiring a Tree Surgeon?

Beyond licenses and insurance, there are some general traits that every home service provider should possess, specifically tree trimmers. From punctuality, your schedule is important, and your time should be respected. Whoever you hire should appreciate that. They should also be able to recognize and identify a variety of trees, as well as the proper care and approach that they require. Communication is an imperative trait as well. Your tree trimming service provider needs to inform you on what to expect, what may happen, and why they are approaching your situation in the way that they are. 

 

Kyle’s Lawn and Landscape provides full lawn and landscaping services for the greater Baton Rouge area. Whether you need seasonal help, a new design, regular maintenance, or help after a storm, the expert staff at Kyle’s is here to help.


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