Tree Survey Costs — A Guide to Arboricultural Survey Pricing
One of the most common questions we receive is how much a tree survey costs. The honest answer is that it depends — on the type of survey required, the number of trees, the complexity of the site, and the level of documentation needed.
Every job is different, which is why Urban Tree Management provides all surveys on a fixed-fee basis confirmed before we attend site. Contact us with your site address and a brief description of your requirements and we will provide a free written quote typically within two hours during working hours. No hidden charges. No obligation to proceed.
What Affects the Cost of a Tree Survey?
The cost of any tree survey is determined primarily by the time required to carry out the site visit and produce the written report. The factors that most significantly affect this are:
- The number of trees to be surveyed
- The size and complexity of the site
- The type of survey and report required
- The level of documentation required by your local planning authority
- Whether a CAD base file is available for the Tree Constraints Plan
- Whether additional specialist investigations such as decay detection are needed
- The urgency of the turnaround required
A single tree pre-purchase report for a homeowner is a very different scope of work to a full BS5837 planning package for a large residential development — and the cost reflects this difference.
BS5837 Tree Survey Costs
BS5837 arboricultural planning packages vary significantly in cost depending on the site. A small residential development with a handful of trees requires a very different level of work to a large commercial site with mature woodland and complex root protection area constraints.
Most planning applications require more than just the tree survey — a full planning package typically includes the Tree Survey & Schedule, Tree Constraints Plan or ACOP in DXF format, Arboricultural Impact Assessment, Tree Protection Plan, and Arboricultural Method Statement. These are priced as a complete package.
Where a CAD base file is available from your architect or planning consultant we work directly from it at no additional cost. Where no CAD base file is available we produce the plan using OS MasterMap at additional cost depending on site size — we recommend clients provide a CAD base file wherever possible. Contact us with your site address and a brief description of your project for a free fixed-fee written quote.
Pre-Purchase & Mortgage Tree Report Costs
Pre-purchase and mortgage tree reports for homebuyers are our most straightforward fixed-fee service. The cost depends on the number of trees within influencing distance of the property and the level of detail required by your lender. Same-day visits and reports are available where exchange deadlines are tight. Contact us with your property address for a free fixed-fee quote by return.
Tree Risk Assessment Costs
Tree risk assessments and cyclical inspection programmes are priced individually based on the number of trees, the number of sites, and the inspection frequency required. For housing associations, schools, and estate managers with multiple sites we offer portfolio pricing — contact us to discuss your requirements.
Specialist Tree Decay Detection Costs
Sonic tomography and Resistograph investigation costs depend on the number of trees to be investigated and the travel distance to the site. For arborists and consultants looking to subcontract decay detection work we offer competitive rates for regular referrals. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
Veteran Tree Survey Costs
Veteran tree surveys and Individual Tree Management Plans are priced individually depending on the complexity of the tree and the level of assessment required. Contact us with details of your tree for a free quote.
How to Get a Quote
Getting a quote from Urban Tree Management is straightforward. Contact us with your site address and a brief description of your requirements — what type of survey you need, the approximate number of trees, and any programme requirements — and we will provide a free fixed-fee written quote typically within two hours during working hours.
All quotes are provided in writing before any work begins. You will always know exactly what you will pay. No hidden charges. No obligation to proceed.
Get a Free Quote — Typically Within Two Hours
Contact our arboricultural consultants with your site address and requirements and we will provide a free fixed-fee written quote within two hours during working hours.
Get in contact with our highly experienced and personable team of arboricultural consultants today, to discuss your requirements and to obtain your zero obligation quotation.
