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Understand your tree and your options
Concerned about a tree or considering changes around it? A tree assessment can help explain its condition, management options and whether further investigation may be useful.
Understand the scope of an inspection
An assessment is based on the trees inspected, access available and the purpose of the brief. Observations should be distinguished from matters that need further investigation. A ground-level inspection does not automatically include climbing, internal diagnostic tests or exploratory root investigations. If more information is needed, the next steps can be discussed.
What to tell us
Describe what you’ve noticed, where the tree is and whether any works are planned nearby.
Questions
Do I need written advice?
Tell us who needs the findings and why. If you already know you need a written report, see Arborist Reports.
Can you assess roots?
Describe the proposed work and the question you need answered. The need for any root investigation and the methods involved depend on the site and must be agreed separately.
Next step
Working around trees? Start with a conversation.
Tell us what you’re planning or concerned about, and we can discuss the assessment or advice your project needs.