# Check the person and the business

Lesson 2 of [Choose an arborist with confidence](https://arborists.fyi/academy/choose-an-arborist.md), 12 minutes.

A tree care listing is a starting point for enquiries. It is not the evidence you need to approve work. Purdue Extension recommends using the Trees Are Good resource to find arborists and verify credentials. It also advises asking for references and proof of insurance when hiring after storms. Treat…

The rest of this lesson is for learners enrolled in the course. [See how Choose an arborist with confidence works](https://arborists.fyi/academy/choose-an-arborist.md).

Also on the [web page](https://arborists.fyi/academy/choose-an-arborist/check-the-person-and-business).