Tree Surveys and Reports in Surrey, Sussex & London
Whether you are a homeowner needing a mortgage report, a developer seeking planning permission, or a land manager ensuring safety compliance, we provide the expert support you need. Covering the whole of the South of England – with a specific focus on Surrey, Sussex, and London – our independent consultants deliver the Tree Surveys and Reports you need to satisfy councils, insurers, and lenders.
Professional Tree Surveys and Reports
Are you looking for Tree Surveys and Reports for your property or a client? Whether you are a landowner, land manager, ground maintenance manager, or private property owner, we are here to assist. At Arbor Cultural Ltd, we provide a high-quality professional service across the South East to address your needs in a timely, effective, and efficient manner.
Why choose us? We operate on a strict principle of impartiality. We are not tree surgeons. We do not prune or fell trees, and we never recommend work to generate fees. We are purely diagnostic experts. This distinction is vital. It means our advice is trusted by Local Authorities and Lenders because they know it is unbiased.
Our goal is to enable you to achieve your tree management goals – whether that is obtaining planning permission, securing a mortgage, or fulfilling your legal duty of care. We produce independent Tree Surveys and Reports that support your planning applications, meet Local Planning Authority requirements (from Surrey to Hampshire and Kent), and result in fewer planning conditions.
Tree Surveys for Buying a Home
Buying a property is stressful enough without last-minute delays. If a building survey or mortgage lender has identified trees as a potential risk, you need a pre-purchase survey immediately.
Don’t lose your dream home. Issues with trees often crop up at the last minute. If handled by someone less experienced, it can lead to collapsed chains or costly, unnecessary tree surgery that destroys the mature landscape you are paying for.
The “Clay Soil” Risk in the South East In areas like London and parts of Surrey and Sussex, clay soils are common. These soils can shrink and swell depending on moisture levels, which can be exacerbated by large trees. Our Tree Surveys and Reports assess:
Direct Damage: Roots lifting driveways or branches touching roofs.
Indirect Damage: Subsidence risks related to vegetation and soil types.
Constraints: Checks for Conservation Areas and Tree Preservation Orders (TPO).
BS5837 Tree Surveys for Planning Permission
If you intend to seek planning permission for a project on a site near trees, the local authority will require a survey to validate your application. Without it, your application may be rejected on Day One.
We specialize in BS5837 Tree Surveys. This comprehensive survey covers construction, demolition, design, and renovation. It includes the location of every tree, sizes, restrictions, and management recommendations.
By complying with British Standards (BS 5837:2012), our Tree Surveys and Reports ensure you provide the right data to the Council. We create an acceptable juxtaposition between people, trees, and structures, ensuring your development can proceed without damaging the environment.
Tree Surveys for Health & Safety
Landowners and commercial managers have a legal duty of care (under the Occupiers’ Liability Acts) to ensure their trees are safe for visitors and the public. Our condition surveys include a range of checks, identifying defects, disease, or decay using advanced decay detection testing where necessary.
At Arbor Cultural Ltd, our aim is to promote good tree management through expert Tree Surveys and Reports, ensuring safety for schools, hospitals, and private estates throughout Surrey, Sussex, and the wider South East.
Our 3-Step Survey Process
We make the process simple
The Site Visit: One of our expert consultants visits your property. We measure the trees, identify species, and assess their physiological and structural condition.
The Analysis: We take that data back to the office. We calculate Root Protection Areas (RPAs), assess constraints, and cross-reference with local planning policies.
The Report: You receive a clear, compliant Tree Report (often within days of the visit), ready to submit to your lender, insurer, or planning officer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really need a Tree Survey? If you are building near trees or buying a home with trees close to the main structure, yes. Most mortgage lenders and planning officers in the South of England now insist on professional Tree Surveys and Reports.
How long does a Tree Report take? We pride ourselves on efficiency. For most residential sites in Surrey and Sussex, we can turn around reports quickly after the site visit, ensuring your project or purchase isn’t held up.
Do you cover my area? Yes. While based in Surrey, we cover the entire South East, including London, Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, and Berkshire.
As a leading Tree Consultant in the South East, Arbor Cultural Ltd provides comprehensive arboricultural advice. We specialize in the BS5837 Tree Survey for planning applications and the Pre-purchase Tree Survey for homebuyers. Whether you require a Tree Report for Mortgage purposes or a routine Tree Safety Inspection for insurance, our unbiased team is here to help across Surrey, Sussex, and London.
