How to get an arborist report

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This report is presented to the local council as part of an application submitted to remove a troublesome tree.

Saving and maintaining trees is becoming a priority in many urban and suburban areas. An arborist report is requested by a resident when the removal of a tree comes under question. The report consists of details of the health, strength, value, of a particular tree.

While most councils employ an in-house arborist, they still require a third-party arborist tree report.

You need an arborist report when you need to remove a tree near your house or on your property for any reason. The council needs detail on the tree's health, and they need a firm basis on why you plan to get tree removal.

How much does an arborist report cost?

Usually, you would not get an arborist at an hourly rate. Instead, the cost of an arborist would depend on the tasks you want them to do. Their main functions are tree removal, tree pruning, inspections of trees and arborist reports. You cannot set a standard rate for each job as it varies based on the effort needed for the job. Each tree job is different in tree size and the location of the tree on the property. The price of an arborist might be in addition to the final cost of removing a tree.

Out of all the tasks an arborist performs, costs for arborists reports are relatively the same across almost all services. A good arborist will charge you up to $450 for tree inspection and reports on the tree's health. This can still vary based on the area you live in and the service you choose.

When do you need an arborist report?

The primary purpose of arborist reports is to determine the exact condition of a tree. Only an AQF level 5 arborist can make such a report for you. The report covers many things, including flaws, diseases, or pest infestations in trees. The report can determine various things, either remediation or treatment and pruning of the tree. You will need an inspection by an arborist when applying for the removal of trees at your local council.