Which service do you need?
Tree condition and safety surveys
For assessing the condition of trees and deciding what needs attention, monitoring or further investigation. Inspections can cover individual trees, larger sites or planned programmes across several properties.
More about tree condition and safety surveys
BS5837 surveys and planning reports
For extensions, new buildings and other development near trees. We identify tree constraints and prepare the agreed planning information, including Arboricultural Impact Assessments, Method Statements and Tree Protection Plans where required.
More about BS5837 surveys and reports
Mortgage tree reports
For buyers and property owners responding to a lender’s or surveyor’s request. Send the wording you have received so the inspection can address the relevant tree-related questions.
More about mortgage tree reports
Decay investigation and Resistograph testing
For investigating suspected internal decay or following up a recommendation in an existing report. Testing is used where it can provide useful information and is interpreted alongside the tree inspection.
Planning a project near trees in Surrey?
Check the requirements for your site before commissioning a report. Send us the property address, proposed drawings and any correspondence from the planning authority so we can review what is needed.
Tree-related information can be relevant to more than a new building or extension. For example, Guildford Borough Council’s published guidance includes applications for driveways, patios, drains and other utilities where trees are on or overhanging the site, or would be affected by the work.
Its guidance sets out requirements for an Arboricultural Impact Assessment, Method Statement and Tree Protection Plan. This is guidance for Guildford; the requirements for your own application should be checked with the relevant authority.
Read Guildford’s tree survey and planning-report guidance
If you are unsure which council covers the property, you can find the local council using the site postcode.
Arranging a survey in Surrey
Enquiries are welcome for sites across the county, including Guildford, Woking, Farnham, Weybridge, Esher and Reigate, as well as surrounding villages and rural properties.
For larger sites, tell us whether you need all trees inspected or particular trees assessed. Existing tree schedules, plans and previous reports can help us understand the work involved.
You do not need to live in Surrey to commission a survey for a property here. We can agree access arrangements with you or your appointed site contact.
Projects elsewhere can also be considered.
Independent, practical advice
Our advice draws on over 10 years in arboriculture, including local authority tree officer experience.
Reports explain the findings and proportionate next steps. Recommendations may include monitoring, management work or further assessment where justified.
Jones Arboriculture provides consultancy and professional advice rather than tree surgery.
Request a quote
Email or WhatsApp us with:
- The site address and postcode.
- Why you need the survey or report.
- The approximate number of trees, if known.
- Any relevant photographs, plans or previous reports.
- The wording of a planning, mortgage or insurer’s request.
- Your deadline and any access arrangements.
Send whatever information you have available. We will confirm the scope, fee and proposed survey and reporting dates before you book.