About Us

Experts in the Art and Science of Tree Care

What makes us unique?

We care. About our clients, their trees, and their safety; about our employees, their needs for a good living wage and a safe working environment they can learn in.

We don't cut corners: we are bonded, a licensed contractor, and carry workmen's compensation, limited liability and auto insurance. We take the time it takes to do the job right.

We keep up with new developments in all aspects of arboriculture, via seminars, conferences, and classes.

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Meet the Owner: Dominique Piché

Originally from Montreal, Canada, she moved to Arizona in 1995 for a job promotion in a previous career, and became a U.S. citizen. Her eldest son Hans is currently serving with the U.S. Army. Luc, her youngest son, is heading off to College in Canada.

Dominique began her arborist training in 2002, at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. She worked for several local tree care companies, became a Certified Arborist in 2007, and founded D. French Arborist in August 2011.

Credentials:

ISA Certified Arborist #WE-8164A
Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
AZ Registrar of Contractors: ROC #273218
ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) member #153231
Western Chapter ISA member #CH-06307
ACTC (Arizona Community Tree Council) member and volunteer

BBB (Better Business Bureau). A+ rating
Bachelor’s degree in Business from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. Majored in Marketing and Entrepreneurship
“Be like a tree. Stay grounded. Connect with your roots. Turn over a new leaf. Bend before you break. Enjoy your natural beauty. Keep growing.” ~Joanne Raptis

Meet The Team

Take a look at our talented team below

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Fidencio

With D. French Arborist since February 2018.
Over 20 years experience as tree climber/worker, here in the Phoenix area. He gets it done right, beautifully and safely.

Worked at Bartlett Tree Experts, with Dominique, in 2007-2011.
Originally from Guanajuato, Mexico, grew up in California. A legal U.S. resident for 25 years. Fidencio has 4 kids.