Tree Health Evaluations by ISA Certified Arborists

Arborist Consulting Services

At Tree Shepherds, our ISA Certified Arborists provide professional tree consultations for homeowners, property managers, and businesses in Denton County, including Flower Mound, Highland Village, Lewisville, Double Oak, and surrounding communities.

Our consulting arborists specialize in tree health diagnosis, tree risk assessments, and long-term tree care planning to help protect your property and preserve the value of your trees.

What Is an Arborist Consultation?

Residential consultations begin with a visit to the home or property. Our ISA Certified Arborist inspects your tree and its environment. Questions will be asked regarding the past and present care of the tree. Based on the findings, and the goals of the homeowner, the arborist will offer recommendations that best promotes the tree’s health and longevity.

Consultations take about 30 to 60 minutes. This depends on the number of trees needing evaluation.

Tree Consultation Services We Provide

Our consulting arborists offer a wide range of tree care consulting services, including:

Tree Health Diagnosis

If your tree has signs of decline, such as brown or wilting leaves, slow or poor growth, the presence of fungi, our arborists can identify the cause and recommend ways to manage and/or treat the problem.

Tree Risk Assessments

We evaluate trees that may present a possible risks to homes and outside structures, driveways, and walkways. Trees and their limbs can fail at anytime. A storm or high winds are not needed to cause an already weak limb to fall on your property.

Insect and Disease Diagnosis

Our ISA Certified Arborists identify insects, fungal infections, and environmental stress factors, such as chemicals in the soil, improper watering practices, that may be affecting your trees.

Tree Growth and Structural Analysis

We evaluate the structural integrity of trees and provide recommendations for pruning, tree removal, soil care, and other corrective services, such as bracing and cabling.

Soil and Root Zone Evaluation

Many tree health issues originate below the surface. Our arborists assess soil health, soil compaction, drainage and irrigation issues, as well as overall root health.

Property Tree Evaluations

For private or commercial properties, we can evaluate multiple trees and develop a long-term tree care plan.

Tree Appraisals and Insurance Evaluations

We provide professional documentation for insurance claims and storm damage assessments, and property appraisals.

Arborist Expert Witness Reports

Our consulting arborists can provide written documentation and professional opinions for legal, insurance, or property claims.

Arborist Consultation FAQ

What does an arborist consultation include?

An arborist consultation includes a professional evaluation of a tree’s health, structure, root zone, and the surrounding environment. The tree will be inspected for signs of disease, insect infestation, structural defects and/or damage, soil problems, and any damage caused by storms, improper water practices, construction or other environmental factors.

When should I call an arborist?

You should schedule an arborist consultation if you notice:

• Cracked or broken limbs
• Wilting or browning leaves (in the spring or summer)
• Cracks in the trunk
• Mushrooms or fungi growing near or on the base of the tree
• Leaning trunk
• Roots lifting sidewalks or driveways
• Storm damage

Early diagnosis is important to the life of a tree.

How long does a tree consultation take?

Most consultations take 30 to 60 minutes. If a property has multiple trees that need evaluation, more time might be needed to complete the evaluation.

Can an arborist tell if my tree is dying?

Generally, yes, an ISA Certified Arborist can determine if a tree is in decline.

Do you provide written arborist reports?

Yes. We can provide reports and/or documentation for any number of situations, including:

• Tree risk assessments
• Insurance claims
• Storm damage documentation
• Property evaluations
• Construction planning around trees
• Tree Surveys

How often should trees be inspected by an arborist?

Most healthy trees should be inspected by a ISA Certified Arborist every 2 to 3 years. Trees near homes, driveways, or public walk ways or areas should be inspected more often.