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Discover the importance of professional tree care with our comprehensive guide to Tree Reports, Tree Surveys, and Tree Decay Detection. Learn about BS5837 Tree Surveys and how they ensure safe, sustainable development around trees. Gain insights into assessing tree health, structural integrity, and compliance with planning regulations to protect both trees and properties.

Ancient and Veteran Trees in London: Special Protections and Survey Requirements
Ancient and veteran trees carry far stronger planning protections than ordinary trees. Find out how they’re identified, what surveys are

Neighbour Disputes and Trees: Who Is Responsible When Roots or Branches Cause Damage?
Roots damaging your foundations or branches over your fence? Find out who is legally responsible for tree damage in neighbour

Tree Roots and Drain Damage: When You Need a Tree Survey Alongside a CCTV Drain Survey
Tree roots cracking or blocking your drains in London? Find out why a CCTV drain survey alone isn’t enough and

Tree Surveys for Commercial Property Owners and Landlords: What Your Duty of Care Requires
Commercial landlords and property managers in London have a legal duty of care for trees on their sites. Find out

Tree Surveys and Insurance Claims: How a Report Can Protect You After Storm or Subsidence Damage
Storm or subsidence damage at your London property? Learn how a professional tree survey provides the evidence insurers need to

Conservation Area Tree Rules in London: What You Can and Can’t Do Without Permission
Live in a London conservation area? Find out which tree works need a Section 211 notice, what’s exempt, and how

Biodiversity Net Gain and Trees: What London Developers Need to Know in 2026
BNG rules are changing in 2026. Find out how Biodiversity Net Gain affects tree retention, surveys and planning consent for

Arboricultural Method Statements Explained: The Missing Piece in Your Planning Application
Confused about Arboricultural Method Statements? Learn what an AMS covers, when London councils require one, and how it protects trees

How Tree Surveys Help Prevent Property Subsidence in London
Learn how professional tree surveys help identify root-related subsidence risks and protect London properties from structural damage.

Tree Surveys for Schools and Educational Properties in London
Professional tree surveys for schools and educational properties in London including safety inspections, risk assessments and reports.

Ash Dieback Disease in London Trees, Signs, Risks and Survey Requirements
Learn how ash dieback disease affects London trees, the warning signs to watch for and why professional tree surveys are

What Happens During a BS5837 Tree Survey for a New Build Development?
Learn what happens during a BS5837 tree survey for new build developments and why it is important for planning approval