Arader Tree Service has been building our reputation by developing long standing customer relationships through quality tree care and our involvement in the communities we serve for well over 40 years. Our professionalism is recognized throughout Montgomery, Delaware, Chester, and Philadelphia counties.

THE ROOT OF OUR SUCCESS

The foundation of Arader is our team of certified arborists. Each arborist has successfully passed the ISA certification exam and annually maintains their certification through continuing education.

This exam combined with decades of experience enables each arborist to properly diagnose issues and make recommendations to care for your trees and shrubs. They also have extensive knowledge of pests, diseases and plant identification. As well as the current industry standards and the resources to problem solve.

Proper care enables a newly planted tree to grow and mature allowing it to become a valuable asset to the landscape. Mature trees also require care to extend their longevity, value and interest to your property. We look forward to having one of our team meet with you to discuss your trees and shrubs and begin caring for and protecting your investment.

MEET OUR TEAM

Our Arader team is made up of close to 50 hard-working professionals ready to meet your tree care and landscaping needs. Our management team is highlighted below; each of them brings their experiences and unique backgrounds to Arader. All together they are responsible in part for the continued growth of the Arader Tree Service.

Chris Arader, President & CEO

Chris Arader is the founder, president, and owner of Arader Tree Service. In 1979 the business was incorporated and began a steady growth pattern, which continues today. Chris is a lifelong Main Line resident. He attended The Haverford School and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in landscape architecture. Chris strongly believes in giving back to the community and is closely involved with organizations such as Thorncroft Equestrian Center, Willistown Conservation Trust, The Henry Foundation for Botanical Research, and The Woodlands. When he’s not working with his customers, Chris enjoys growing large specimen trees. He has been a beekeeper since his high school days and currently tends to 20 hives. He generously shares his beekeeping knowledge with his customers and often generously shares a jar of Arader honey.

 

Bill Delafield, Landscaping

Bill Delafield brings over 40 years of landscape design and installation expertise to the Arader landscape division. His hands-on design approach is unique in this business and he has a vast knowledge of plant material. Working closely with his clients, he has formed lasting relationships with them and their properties. He is a member of the Men’s Garden Club of Philadelphia and served on the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Council. He also spent 2 years on the Pennsylvania Board of Landscape Architects as a plant material consultant.

 

Pat Hartman, Arborist Representative

Pat has been with Arader Tree Service for over 35 years. He is an ISA Certified Arborist familiar with the latest aspects and innovations of a complete arboricultural tree care program such as tree preservation, shrub restoration, pest management, disease treatments and plant nutrient programs. Pat’s experience does not stop at residential tree care, he also specializes in golf course tree care management. He continues to work on many of the area’s finest golf courses. For the past 21 years Pat has been a member of the Philadelphia Association of Golf Course Superintendents, during that time he has served on its board.

Bill O’Toole, Arborist Representative

Bill has over 38 years of experience in the tree care industry and is an ISA Certified Arborist with the latest aspects and innovations of a complete arboricultural tree care program. The certification includes, tree preservation, shrub restoration, pest management, disease treatments and plant nutrient programs.

 

John Verbrugge, Vice President & Arborist Representative

John joined the Arader team in 2015, bringing over a decade of experience in the arboriculture industry. He is an expert in tree identification and plant health care. His passion and knowledge in the field is unique and engaging. He received a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture from Delaware Valley University. He is also a ISA Certified Arborist and a ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist. John is a member of the Mens Garden Club of Philadelphia, The Professional Grounds Management Society, The Philadelphia Association of Golf Course Superintendents and serves on the Advisory Committee for the American Conifer Society. In his spare time, he is an avid gardener and enjoys collecting rare specimen plants and trees. 

WANT TO JOIN THE TEAM?

Current Open Positions: CDL Driver/Groundsman & Arborist Sales Representative