We are proud of the recognition and awards that we have received, as well as the methods and programs we have pioneered. Most importantly, we know that these honors are a reflection of the people, organizations, municipalities and, yes, the thousands of trees we have served and protected.
Firsts
- The first tree care company in Georgia to achieve TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) accreditation
- The first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accredited arborist in the state of Georgia
- The first SITES™ Accredited Arborist in the Country
- The first and sole ASCA (American Society of Consulting Arborists) registered consulting arborist (RCA) in the state of Georgia
- The first fleet of hybrid company cars in the state of Georgia
- One of the few tree care companies in the nation with an in-house registered landscape architect
- The first tree care company in the Southeast to introduce mycorrihizae and biostimulant soil therapy, in 1995
- The first tree company to implement organic soil amendments such as sea kelp in 1986
Awards
- 2015 TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) Outstanding Company Contribution Safety Award
- 2015 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2014 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2013 TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) Professional Communication Award
- 2013 UAC (Georgia Urban Agriculture Council) Professional Landscape Award of Distinction
- 2013 IREM (Institute of Real Estate Management) North Carolina Chapter Gold Industry Partner of the Year
- 2013 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2013 GUFC (Georgia Urban Forest Council) Outstanding Urban Arboriculture Award
- 2013 TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) awarded Arborguard’s Charlotte office its 3-Year Industry Accreditation
- 2012 TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association) Professional Communications Award – Airtech video – for communication that makes a significant contribution to the professionalism of the tree care industry
- 2012 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2011 UAC (Georgia Urban Agriculture Council) Award of Distinction for Green Innovations for innovative tree preservation at Tanyard Creek Beltline Trail
- 2011 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2010 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Safety First and Vehicle Safety Awards – for excellence in safety and loss prevention programs through management commitment, employee involvement, and program innovation.
- 2010 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Grand Award for Green Innovations – Atlanta Botanical Garden – for innovative tree preservation at the Canopy Walk site
- 2010 GUFC (Georgia Urban Forestry Council) Outstanding Urban Arboriculture Grand Award – Atlanta Botanical Garden – for tree preservation at the Canopy Walk site
- 2010 Park Pride Inspiration Award – for extraordinary commitment to the preservation and improvement of public parks and green spaces
- 2010 Kim Coder Award – in recognition of outstanding efforts to promote continuing education and professionalism in the field of Arboriculture
- 2010 Best in Business Award – City of Avondale Estates, Georgia
- 2010 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2009 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Green Innovations Award – Atlanta Botanical Garden – Southern Seasons Garden
- 2009 GUFC (Georgia Urban Forestry Council) Outstanding Urban Arboriculture Grand Award – Atlanta Botanical Garden – Southern Seasons Garden
- 2009 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2008 CAI (Community Associations Institute) (Georgia Chapter) Going Green Award – for Green Program implementation
- 2008 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2007 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2006 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2005 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2004 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2003 Communicator Award of Distinction – for creative excellence in professional communication
- 2003 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2002 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2001 Freeman L. Parr Award – for outstanding communication achievements in the field of Arboriculture
- 2001 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 2000 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 1999 Freeman L. Parr Award – for outstanding communication achievements in the field of Arboriculture
- 1999 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) WCP Safety Award – for outstanding safety performance and accident prevention
- 1999 Best in Business Award – City of Avondale Estates, Georgia
- 1999 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 1998 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Grand Environmental Award for innovative tree preservation
- 1998 Arbor Day Partners “We Believe In Trees” Award – for outstanding contributions to Atlanta’s Urban Landscape
- 1998 Home Reports Best Pick for Tree Care Services
- 1997 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) SIF Safety Award – for outstanding safety performance and accident prevention
- 1996 Sanctuary Park Recognition Award – for excellence in tree preservation
- 1995 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Environmental Award – for excellence in tree preservation at East Lake Golf Course
- 1995 Olmstead Society of Atlanta Achievement Award – Freedom Park
- 1994 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Grand Environmental Award – in recognition of contributions to improve the environment and continued beautification of Metropolitan Atlanta
- 1993 Best in Business Award – City of Avondale Estates, Georgia
- 1993 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Environmental Award of Distinction – for excellence in emergency response program
- 1992 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Grand Environmental Award – for excellence in tree preservation
- 1992 NAA (National Arborist Association) Safety Award of Merit
- 1991 MALTA (Metro Atlanta Landscape and Turf Association) Grand Environmental Award – for excellence in tree preservation at Post Pointe
- 1991 NAA (National Arborist Association) Safety Award of Merit
- 1989 NAA (National Arborist Association) Safety Award of Merit
- 1989 NAA (National Arborist Association) Communication in Arboriculture Award
- 1988 NAA (National Arborist Association) Safety Award of Merit