Tree Risk Management

Having a Tree Risk Management Plan is an essential part of maintaining a safe and beautiful property. A well-documented Tree Risk Management Plan can help reduce the risk of damage and liability caused by trees on your property.

Periodic tree inspections, carried out by an ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ) arborist, can identify potential health or safety issues that might otherwise go unnoticed. Early detection and treatment of these issues are key to keeping your trees healthy, attractive, and safe. Depending on the size, age, and location of your trees, a professional inspection should be done every 1-5 years. To ensure an objective and accurate assessment, it’s often best to hire an independent consulting arborist rather than relying on a "free estimate" from general tree service companies.

In addition to these scheduled professional inspections, it's a good idea for homeowners to perform regular visual checks of mature trees, especially those near your house, driveway, walkways, or other areas where family and visitors frequently gather. Common tree problems, like large dead limbs, hanging branches, or open trunk cavities, can often be spotted by a non-professional and may require attention or further assessment by a qualified arborist.

If you have mature trees on your property and don't have a Tree Risk Management Plan in place, or if you’re unsure about the status of any past recommended tree work, I recommend scheduling an appointment with an ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified arborist as soon as possible.