Specialist Tree Risk Assessments in Worsley, Manchester

Client: Private Home Owner

Project Type: Advanced tree assessment

Services: 

  • Detailed tree inspection
  • Tree Risk Assessments
  • Sonic Tomography & resistograph assessments
  • Report to inform decisions on tree management

Summary:

We were commissioned to investigate three mature trees identified by the head gardener for further assessment. Using advanced diagnostic techniques, including sonic tomography, resistance drilling, and fungal identification, we were able to pinpoint areas of internal decay and evaluate each tree’s structural integrity.


  • T001 – Beech: Partial stem dysfunction confirmed, with Armillaria spp. present. Recommended ongoing monitoring and repeat tomography within 24 months.
  • T002 – Beech: Advanced decay detected, with Meripilus giganteus, Armillaria spp., and Kretzschmaria deusta present. Classified as an unacceptable risk under QTRA. Recommended removal within 3 months and replanting with a suitable species.
  • T003 – Oak: Early-stage weakening and fungal presence (Pholiota aurivella) noted. No significant loss of geometry at present. Recommended scheduled monitoring and repeat tomography within 36 months.


All works and recommendations were made in line with BS 3998:2010 – Recommendations for Tree Work.


Our comprehensive reporting and proportionate management advice ensured that the client could make informed decisions about tree safety, balancing site usage with long-term sustainability. The project demonstrates our ability to combine technical evidence, risk modelling, and practical recommendations to manage tree risk responsibly.

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Work With Us

If you need clear, defensible evidence to support a planning or TPO application, Urban Tree Management provides specialist advanced tree diagnostics across Greater Manchester. We deliver high‑resolution assessments using sonic tomography, resistograph micro‑drilling and QTRA risk analysis to help homeowners, developers and commercial clients understand the true condition and risk profile of complex or safety‑critical trees. Our reports are precise, transparent and aligned with local authority expectations, ensuring your application is supported by robust, professional evidence.


We work throughout Manchester, Salford, Trafford, Stockport, Tameside, Oldham, Rochdale, Bury, Bolton and Wigan, offering fast response times and expert guidance on the most appropriate next steps. Whether you need a diagnostic investigation, a second opinion, or a fully prepared TPO submission, we provide a reliable, technically sound service tailored to your site and objectives.


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