Trees add to beauty of any property. Tactically placed trees in right spots provide shelter from sun and attract birds and butterflies to your garden. However, certain tree species can be unsuitable for a particular property for a number of reasons. If you are planning to buy a house in near future (that have on trees), it is advisable to get expert advice on the trees before buying a house. Here are five reasons for that:
 
1.Invasive root structure
Trees have their own elaborate root structure (even smaller tress such as Willows have strong roots) that can easily stretch over 20-30 ft. While a strong root system helps trees in remaining healthy, they can damage a house structure seriously (if planted too close to the foundation).

2.Difficult to detect tree diseases
Trees are living organisms and prone to diseases. While some of them are obvious,, others can be hidden from common observation (decaying starts from the inside of the tree) and only an expert can diagnose.  If left untreated, they can result in a costly tree removal.

3.Pest infestations
 Trees are natural habitat for all kinds of life to include pests. Some of these pests can be invasive and have the potential to reproduce uncontrollably (hemipteran, clearwing and flat headed borers). When infested trees are near located close to a property, they can invade and cause serious damage to structure. An expert can identify the problem and recommend pest control measures in time.

4.Trees with high maintenance costs
All flora requires attention and maintenance. However, certain species of trees need much more maintenance and care than others. A particular example is of peach tree that requires regular disease management and comprehensive annual pruning for healthy appearance. Only an expert can advise you on such intricate matters.

5.Trees in danger of falling
Falling trees can cause serious damage to any property and certain types of trees are much more prone to damage caused by windstorms or uprooting due to floods. An expert can detect such trees.                            
 
Professional arborists can detect a lot of potential issues with trees on a property that you intend to buy. Seeking professional advice can help you in preempting tree problem before they occur.   Call the tree service Virginia Beach relies on to professionally assess your trees.

Selecting a quality, professional tree service company need not be difficult, or even time consuming.  However a few prudent steps are necessary when evaluating the best tree service in Virginia Beach to choose for your next tree care project.  Below are a few factors you should consider when making your decision.

• Is the tree service company licensed and insured?  Licensing by the state of Virginia is required by all tree service contractors.  Ask them for licensing information or check with the state's licensing agency.  Additionally, all quality, professional tree service businesses should have two types of insurance: 1) generally liability insurance to cover any damage that may occur during the job; and 2) worker's compensation insurance to cover the tree service company's employees in case their is an accident causing injury.  If the tree service contractor lacks either of these policies, then you as the property owner will likely be liable for damages and injuries.  
• Is the tree service business qualified and credentialed?  There are several national/international associations that attest to the business's credentials to perform quality tree care.  These include the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and the International Society of Arborists.  Both organization offer certifications, advanced training and generally guidelines every tree service company should follow.  Further, there is your local Better Business Bureau where you can check form membership, accreditation, and reviews.  
• Does the company provide a written estimate that details all the work proposed?   A written quote is must as is one that provide details as to the exact nature of the work and even the equipment to be used.  Without a written estimate, you expose yourself to price escalations after the job is complete.  Further, details in the estimate are require for you to properly compare estimates from competing companies.  
• Did you obtain at least 3 estimates?  It is very wise to get at least 3 estimates for the work you want done.  Each estimate may vary in approach, certainly price, and equipment used.  Further the quote may even vary on the scope of the work.  Comparing and contrasting these estimate will not only allow you to differentiate pricing but also ensure the work scopes are apples-to-apples.  
• Did you obtain references?  Ask for first-hand references from each company and ensure they are current (1-3 months old, never older).  Further, check online references from sources such as Yelp, Homeadvisor, Google, and Facebook.  Taking into consideration all these reference sources should provide you with an adequate picture of the company's quality.

Selecting a tree service company to perform tree removal or tree trimming doesn't have to be difficult if you following these guidelines.  Take your time and check down through these factors as your evaluate and make your decision.