About CW Arborists

Dedicated to the health and longevity of trees — through continuing commitment to education in the art and science of arboriculture.

History

A natural evolution

CW Arborists, Ltd. is the result of a natural evolution and the ongoing commitment of our founder, Michael S. Gaines. He and the CW Arborists team are dedicated to the art and science of arboriculture.

Mr. Gaines began his career in the nursery business, eventually owning and managing his own establishment in East Hampton, NY. After supplying and advising residential, commercial and professional clients for several years, he expanded his passion for arboriculture by becoming credentialed as an ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) and Connecticut State Arborist.

CW Arborists, Ltd. has grown from its original service area of the East Hampton and Southampton Towns in NY, to include the Connecticut Shoreline area, and maintains offices in both Sagaponack, NY and Killingworth, CT.

Arboriculture equipment and tools used in plant health care

Philosophy

Care and preservation

We believe trees have a significant role in the enhancement of our lives, the improvement of properties, defining a community and in the health of an environment. By making the care and preservation of trees our mission, CW Arborists, Ltd. hopes to make a lasting impact on the people and communities we serve.

Care and preservation of trees is our job and our mission.

Approach

Every solution is unique

At CW Arborists, Ltd., we are adept at recognizing the myriad of problems facing trees: from diseases and pests to weather events and injury. Diagnosing and treating these problems requires a comprehensive approach. Every tree, every site, every situation is unique and therefore every solution is unique. CW Arborists, Ltd. applies this strategic approach to each client’s needs.

The staff at CW Arborists, Ltd. cares for many, many magnificent trees on both private and public properties. We would love the opportunity to assess and help preserve your trees.

Leadership

The team

Michael S. Gaines President · ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist · Connecticut State Arborist Number S-5997
Staff Our dedicated staff consists of arborists and apprentice arborists.
Focus Enhancing the long-term health of your trees rather than selling short-term “fixes.”

Unlike a “Tree Surgeon” or “Tree Guy,” an Arborist specializes in the care of woody plants. We nurture the long-term health, well-being and preservation of trees — using non-invasive and sustainable technologies whenever possible.

Organizations

Professional memberships

To maintain the highest level of knowledge, we are active members of recognized arboricultural organizations including:

  • ISA — International Society of Arboriculture
  • ASCA — American Society of Consulting Arborists
  • CTPA — Connecticut Tree Protective Association
  • TWAC — Tree Wardens Association of Connecticut
  • New York State Arborists

We also share knowledge through lectures and workshops for private and public entities. Ask about engagements.

Visit

Get to know us

Explore the site, follow us on Facebook, or stop by our Sagaponack, NY office during business hours — we will be happy to assist you.