Why Would I Need One?

There can be a range of different reasons as to why such a report may be required. The most common of these reasons include:

•  An assessment of a significant tree or landscape feature that is impacting on a property sale or purchase. This would be provided to a mortgage company in order to raise a mortgage.
• A survey and assessment of a tree, hedgerow or other significant vegetation which has caused, or has the potential to cause subsidence. The report would detail the likely effect that the subsidence has had on the property. It would also offer recommendations on the most effective mitigation method.
• A tree survey and report of a tree that could have an impact on the property, this would outline risks associated specifically with regards the tree(s) and the property as a provision to an insurer. Some insurers will request a report on trees that are within a specified distance of a property. This depends upon the area that the property is located, as some areas of the UK are more susceptible to subsidence. It can also depend on the type of property insurance the owner has. This, therefore, is reflected in an insurer’s requirements and premiums. As part of the report we include recommendations to mitigate the risk caused by the tree(s) to the property, thus reducing the insurance premiums if the recommendations are fulfilled.
• A detailed health report on a tree that is adjacent to a pedestrian area or roadway. This could include any other area that may expose the public and public property to damage. This report aims to mitigate the liability of the tree’s owner. It can also be presented in the case of damage being caused by a fallen branch. In recent legal cases the Judge has recommended this type of survey be carried out every two years.