Condition & Hazard Assessment

Trees play a vital role in enhancing our well-being and quality of life, whether in urban spaces or rural landscapes. When planted in the right locations and carefully managed, they provide significant environmental, economic, and social benefits.

However, due to their size and proximity to frequently used areas, trees can sometimes pose risks to people and property nearby. While incidents involving tree-related fatalities are extremely rare, tree owners have a legal duty to ensure their trees do not present an unreasonable hazard.

For detailed guidance, the National Tree Safety Group has published comprehensive advice for landowners, which you can explore here.

  • Tree Condition & Hazard Assessment

    Offering pragmatic advice, we pride ourselves on providing detailed assessments of trees health and condition, enabling risk evaluation and practical management.

    We conduct tree risk surveys including both individual trees to large populations, following the recognised process known as Visual Tree Assessment (VTA).

    Following the assessment, we develop a prioritised schedule of works aimed at addressing identified defects and reducing associated risks to acceptable levels.

  • Aerial Inspection

    In certain circumstances we may need to investigate aspects of a tree which cannot be observed from the ground.

    Our team is trained and qualified to safely undertake aerial inspections enabling a thorough assessment of the trees from above.

    Whether it's identifying hidden structural issues, assessing overall health, or surveying hard-to-reach areas, our aerial inspections provide comprehensive insights that ensure the optimal care and management of your trees.

  • Decay Detection

    Where necessary, we can provide further detailed inspections of trees using specialist equipment that is used for decay detection.

    These types of equipment allow us to assess the internal structure of the tree which otherwise would not be achievable when undertaking a visual inspection.

    This allows us to make the most informed recommendations whilst providing the appropriate mitigation to the risk identified for all type of scenario.