With business strong, many find value in financingequipment purchases through a commercial lender. Vermont Arborists’ Michael Roche bought this F550 chip truck new in 2019 and the Freightliner chip truck (inset) new in 2020. He also bought a 2018 F-150 [...]

Barnes Tree Service, Inc., earned its TCIA Utility Contractor Accreditation this past July. “One thing about utilities, it’s year-round revenue and employment. And in tree work, there’s a lot to be said for year-round work,” says Barnes’ Kim Fleurent. All [...]

The weight and size of equipment and vehicles used in tree care increase the chance of significant damage when accidents do occur. Driver screening and training can help defend against losses. Photo by Jackie@flickr.com. For many tree care company owners, [...]

An applicator in full personal protective equipment (PPE), which should include a hard hat with attached face shield, eye protection, gloves, long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and/or coveralls and hearing and respiratory protection when conditions warrant. All photos courtesy of [...]

YTS Companies, LLC, earned its original Residential/Commercial Accreditation in March 2016, and more recently earned its Utility Contractor Accreditation. All photos courtesy of YTS Companies. Hard work and attention to detail are what Keith Yetzer says helped his business – [...]