Arborist Consulting

Comprehensive Arborist Consulting Services

Our consulting services are designed to provide you with the expert information and documentation you need for informed decision-making:

• •Tree Risk Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations of tree condition and potential hazards using standardized assessment protocols.
• •Tree Inventories: Detailed cataloging of trees on your property including species, size, condition, and management recommendations.
• •Construction Impact Assessments: Evaluating how proposed construction will affect existing trees and developing protection plans.
• •Tree Appraisals: Professional valuation of trees for insurance claims, legal disputes, or property transactions.
• •Expert Witness Services: Providing professional testimony and documentation for legal proceedings involving trees.
• •Management Plans: Developing long-term tree care strategies for residential, commercial, and municipal properties.

Professional Tree Risk Assessment

Tree risk assessment is a systematic process for identifying and evaluating potential hazards associated with trees. Our certified arborists use the International Society of Arboriculture's Tree Risk Assessment Qualification methodology to evaluate tree structure, health, and the likelihood of failure. We assess the target zone, considering what could be impacted if the tree or branches were to fail, and provide clear recommendations for risk mitigation.

Risk assessments are particularly valuable for properties with high-value targets such as homes, buildings, parking areas, and public spaces. They are also important for trees near property lines, trees showing signs of decline or structural issues, and trees that have experienced storm damage. Our detailed reports document our findings with photographs, measurements, and specific recommendations for addressing identified risks.

When risk mitigation is needed, we can provide the necessary services including professional pruning, cabling and bracing, or safe tree removal when warranted. Our goal is to help you maintain safe, healthy trees while protecting people and property.

Construction Impact Assessment and Tree Protection

Construction activities pose significant risks to existing trees. Root damage, soil compaction, grade changes, and physical injury to trunks and branches can severely compromise tree health or lead to decline and death. Our arborists work with property owners, developers, and contractors to assess construction impacts and develop tree protection plans that preserve valuable trees while allowing necessary development.

We provide pre-construction tree inventories and assessments, establish tree protection zones, specify protection measures such as fencing and root barriers, and monitor compliance during construction. We also offer post-construction care recommendations to help trees recover from construction stress. This proactive approach protects your investment in existing trees and can help satisfy municipal tree preservation requirements. For projects requiring tree removal, we also provide professional land clearing services.

Why Choose Our Arborist Consulting Services

Our consulting services are backed by professional certifications, continuing education, and years of practical experience in the Monroeville area. We stay current with the latest research, assessment methodologies, and industry best practices. Our reports are thorough, well-documented, and written in clear language that is accessible to property owners while meeting professional standards for legal and insurance purposes.

We maintain professional liability insurance and adhere to the highest ethical standards in our consulting work. Our recommendations are based solely on sound arboricultural principles and your best interests, never influenced by potential service work. Whether you need a simple tree assessment or comprehensive consulting for a complex project, we provide the expertise and professionalism you can trust.