Question 1

Are you an ISA-certified arborist, and what does that mean for homeowners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. ISA certification means we are trained and qualified in tree health, hazard evaluation, pruning standards, and professional arboriculture practices.

Question 2

Are your crews insured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shults Tree Service is fully insured and carries workers’ compensation coverage for professional tree work.

Question 3

Do you provide free estimates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide free estimates for tree removal, pruning, storm cleanup, and other tree services.

Question 4

Do you offer emergency storm cleanup services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide emergency storm cleanup and hazardous tree removal services for damaged or fallen trees.

Question 5

What signs indicate a tree may be hazardous?

Accepted Answer

Warning signs include leaning trees, cracked trunks, hanging limbs, hollow areas, root damage, and large dead branches.

Question 6

Can a damaged or diseased tree be saved instead of removed?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, yes. Proper pruning, deadwood removal, and monitoring may help preserve the tree if the risk can be managed safely.

Question 7

What is the best time of year to prune trees in Kentucky?

Accepted Answer

Many trees benefit from pruning during fall or winter dormancy, although hazardous limbs can be removed at any time.

Question 8

Do you use crane-assisted removal methods?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shults Tree Service uses specialized crane and grapple saw equipment for complex or hazardous removals when appropriate.

Question 9

Why is proper tree pruning important?

Accepted Answer

Proper pruning improves tree structure, reduces failure risk, promotes airflow and sunlight penetration, and supports long-term tree health.

Question 10

Do you clean up debris after tree work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Cleanup and debris removal are included with most tree service projects unless otherwise specified.

Question 11

Do you serve Louisville and Southern Indiana?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shults Tree Service serves Louisville, Jefferson County, surrounding Kentucky communities, and Southern Indiana.

Question 12

How do I know if a tree should be removed?

Accepted Answer

A tree may need removal if it poses an unacceptable safety risk due to decay, structural instability, storm damage, root failure, or severe disease.

Frequently asked questions

What do you do with the wood from removed trees?

Are your tree care methods environmentally friendly?

How do you minimize waste during removals and pruning?