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Bernie Smith

ISA Certified Arborist

Bernie provides comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care services to homeowners like you throughout the Denver area. As an ISA Certified Arborist with over 25 years of service, Bernie’s hands-on experience and advanced training enable him to address your tree care needs with precision and care. When he’s not working, Bernie enjoys spending his time with family, running, playing guitar, and learning about trees and turf.

Qualifications:

Bernie has been working in all facets of tree, lawn & landscape care and preservation for over 25 years.

Industry Involvement/Awards/Certifications:

  • International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist
  • Qualified Supervisor with the Colorado Department of Agriculture in two categories:
    • Turf pest control
    • Ornamental pest control

Personal:

Bernie lives in Denver with his daughter Dallas, their two dogs, Root Beer and Bodhi, and their cat, Lotus. He thoroughly enjoys being a father, Arborist, long-distance runner, vegan cook, jazz guitarist and a complete nerd about anything tree and turf related.

Why Did You Become an Arborist?

“Growing up surrounded by live oaks and stately pecan trees in the south, I always had a deep appreciation for what trees do for us. After I left the U.S. Marine Corps, I began working for an established tree care company in Denver. Very quickly, my appreciation for trees grew into a passion for tree and landscape preservation.”

Customer Service Philosophy:

“I value and appreciate the opportunity to meet with my customers in their landscapes. Sharing my enthusiasm for Colorado’s outdoors and contributing my experience to identifying practical solutions makes every day wonderful. An old adage says, “We have two ears and two eyes, but only one mouth for a reason.” I believe actively listening to my customers and keeping my eyes open to changes in their landscape is the key to finding practical solutions. And if I don’t know the answer, someone on the SavATree team does. Guaranteed.”

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