Arborist Consulting

Our Arborist Consulting Services

We provide comprehensive consulting services for residential, commercial, and municipal clients throughout Santa Fe and surrounding areas. Our certified arborists bring decades of combined experience working with trees in northern New Mexico's unique climate and conditions.

• Tree risk assessments identifying hazardous trees and providing mitigation recommendations
• Construction impact evaluations protecting valuable trees during building and renovation projects
• Tree preservation plans for development projects requiring city or county approval
• Species selection and planting guidance helping you choose the right trees for your property
• Property tree inventories cataloging and assessing all trees on large properties and developments
• Legal support and expert testimony for tree-related disputes and insurance claims
• Long-term tree care planning creating customized maintenance schedules for your landscape

Tree Protection During Construction

Construction and renovation projects pose serious risks to existing trees. Heavy equipment compacts soil around roots, grade changes can suffocate or expose critical root systems, and trenching for utilities can sever major roots. Trees damaged during construction often decline slowly over several years before dying, long after the project is complete.

Pre-Construction Planning

We evaluate which trees can be saved and develop protection plans before work begins. This includes establishing tree protection zones, installing barriers, planning equipment access routes, and coordinating with contractors to minimize tree impact. Proper planning saves valuable trees that would otherwise be lost.

Construction Monitoring

We can monitor your construction site to ensure tree protection measures are being followed. Regular inspections catch problems early and allow for quick adjustments that prevent tree damage. This service is especially valuable for homeowners who want to preserve mature trees during home additions, pool installations, or landscape remodeling.

Post-Construction Tree Care

Even with careful protection, construction stresses trees. We provide post-construction assessment and care plans to help trees recover from construction impacts. This might include soil decompaction, root zone restoration, pruning, fertilization, and customized watering programs. Our tree health and maintenance services ensure your trees thrive after construction is complete.

Professional Tree Risk Assessment

Not all dangerous trees are obvious. Structural defects, internal decay, root problems, and disease can lurk beneath healthy-looking bark and foliage. Tree failures cause property damage, injuries, and even deaths when hazardous trees are not identified and addressed.

Our certified arborists conduct thorough tree risk assessments using standardized evaluation methods. We examine tree structure, look for signs of decay and disease, assess environmental factors, and evaluate targets (people, structures, vehicles) that could be impacted if the tree fails. You receive a detailed report with clear recommendations for managing identified risks.

Tree risk assessments are especially important for properties with mature trees near homes and buildings, trees damaged by storms or drought, trees showing signs of decline, and properties being bought or sold. Insurance companies and municipalities often require risk assessments for high-value trees or trees near public areas. We also provide ongoing risk monitoring for trees identified as potential hazards, allowing for proactive tree trimming before problems become emergencies.

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