Your peace of mind is important. You should make sure you hire an arborist that is fully insured for personal and property damage. Always ask for proof of insurance.

Crawshaw Arborcare Limited carries £5 million public liability insurance.

A good arborist should be a member of a professional organisation, such as the International Society of Arboriculture or the Aboricultural Association. Professional membership demonstrates a willingness to stay up to date on the latest information and techniques, legislation and training. We are a member of both organisations.

Don’t be afraid to ask for references. A good arborist should have many people willing to vouch not only for the quality of work, but also the professionalism, customer care and service that he demonstrates. We can supply numerous references from County Councils, Parish Councils, voluntary organisations, home owners and businesses. We would be delighted to share them with you.

Consider getting more than one quote. We offer free expert advise and quotes. Remember to compare like with like. A fully qualified, insured company will be more expensive than un-insured, un-qualified one-man-band with a chainsaw and a van. Your trees are a precious investment. Poor management or dangerous working practices could mean the loss of your tree or risk to your property.