FAQ
Common questions, answered plainly.
Short explanations of the terms, limits, and services that come up most often.
Questions
What should I send before the site visit?
Send the property address, a short explanation of the issue, the relevant deadline, and any available survey, site plan, permit comments, or photographs. Sensitive documents should be shared through a secure method we agree on together.
Do you remove trees, or only write reports?
Both. Arborist Tree Care Solutions provides arborist assessments and documentation, and also performs tree removal. When a tree is dead, declining, storm-damaged, or in unavoidable conflict with a structure, utility, or project, we can assess it, prepare any documentation a permit requires, and carry out the removal.
Removal of a protected tree is scheduled only after the property owner authorizes it and any permit required by the local jurisdiction has been issued.
What is DBH?
DBH means diameter at breast height. It is a standardized trunk-diameter measurement generally taken 4.5 feet above grade, with adjustments for unusual trunk forms or site conditions.
What is a Tree Protection Zone?
A Tree Protection Zone is an area established around a retained tree to reduce construction impacts to its roots, trunk, and canopy. The appropriate boundary and protection measures depend on the tree, the site, and the proposed work.
Can an arborist approve my tree-removal permit?
No. An arborist can document observations and provide a professional recommendation. Permit decisions are made by the authority having jurisdiction. We can prepare the arborist documentation the application needs and coordinate the removal once the permit is issued.
Does a visual inspection guarantee that a tree is safe?
No. Trees are living structures, and not every internal or below-ground condition is visible. The report states the inspection method, accessible conditions, and limitations.
What areas do you serve?
South Florida. Share the property city or ZIP code when you reach out and we will confirm availability for your location.
Still have a question?
Call or email and we will answer it directly.