Buying a house with trees nearby? We can help make sure that's not a problem.
Practical tree reports for mortgages, house purchases, extensions and planning applications.
Tree reports for mortgages and house purchases
If a lender or surveyor has flagged a tree near a property you are buying, we can carry out a detailed tree report explaining the risk, if any, and what (if anything) needs doing about it. Written in plain English, not just for another arboriculturist to read.
Extensions and planning applications
Planning an extension or a new build in your garden? If there are trees close to the site, a BS5837 tree survey will be required as part of your planning application. We can provide these reports in a timely maner and liase between with the architect and the local planning officers on your behalf.
Insurance-related reports
If your insurer has asked for evidence relating to a tree, whether that's subsidence, storm damage, or a neighbour dispute, we can provide a clear, factual report to support your claim.
Real diagnostic testing, not just a visual opinion
Where a tree's condition needs a closer look, our team can carry out proper diagnostic testing, including sonic tomography (Arbotom) and resistance drilling (Resistograph) to check for internal decay. It means your report is backed by genuine evidence, not just a guess from the ground.
What it costs, and how long it takes
Most residential tree reports are completed within a week of the site visit, and priced as a fixed fee agreed upfront rather than an open-ended hourly rate.
Bigger project? Meet EnviroArb Solutions
For larger developments, full BS5837 surveys, Arboricultural Impact Assessments, tree risk management, legal and expert witness work, or planning authority liaison, our sister company, EnviroArb Solutions, handles that side of the business. Visit enviroarb-solutions.co.uk to find out more, or see our Commercial & Consultancy page for a quick overview.