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Basic Tree Inspections and Surveys

Practical visual inspections carried out at ground level, helping landowners and organisations identify visible concerns, prioritise action and maintain clear tree records.

ProLand inspector examining the visible condition of a tree trunk

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Observation, evidence and practical next steps

1

Survey the site

Confirm the inspection area and identify each tree consistently.

2

Inspect and record

Complete a ground-level visual inspection and capture relevant evidence.

3

Prioritise action

Record visible concerns, relative urgency and practical recommendations.

Ground-level visual inspection

What the inspection considers

The inspection reviews visible features that may indicate damage, deterioration, instability or the need for closer specialist assessment.

Crown and branches

Deadwood, broken or hanging limbs, unusual crown condition and visible storm damage.

Trunk and unions

Cracks, cavities, wounds, decay indicators, weak unions and other visible defects.

Base and roots

Root-plate movement, damaged roots, basal decay indicators and changes around the tree base.

Site and targets

Nearby paths, roads, buildings, play areas and other locations where people or property may be exposed.

Genuine ProLand fieldwork

Inspections carried out across the whole site

ProLand inspector recording observations beneath a tree canopy ProLand inspector checking trees and the surrounding site
ProLand inspector recording a tree during a site survey

Clear inspection records

A report that supports maintenance decisions

The completed record provides a consistent overview of the trees inspected and highlights where action, monitoring or further specialist assessment should be considered.

  • Tree or location references for consistent identification
  • Visible condition observations and photographic evidence
  • Proportionate priority ratings and recommended actions
  • Digital records suitable for monitoring and asset-management use

Clear scope: this is a basic ground-level visual tree inspection. Where the findings indicate a concern outside that scope, the report can recommend assessment by an appropriately qualified arboricultural specialist.

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ProLand supports public open spaces, woodlands, commercial premises and private grounds with practical inspection and survey records.

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