Pre-Purchase and Property Risk
Trees and Property
Flow Tree Consultancy provides arboricultural reports for property-related tree concerns, including pre-purchase tree reports for buyers, lenders and insurers, as well as subsidence and heave risk assessments for homeowners.
These services are designed for situations where trees may need to be considered as part of a property purchase, an insurance query, or planned tree works close to a building. The aim is to provide clear, practical advice that helps clients understand the level of likely risk and the most appropriate next steps.
Who is this Service For
This service is aimed mainly at homebuyers and homeowners.
In many cases, the report may be requested or recommended by a mortgage lender, insurer, solicitor or building surveyor.
It can also be useful for homeowners seeking reassurance about trees near a property, or before removing trees where heave risk may need to be considered.
Our Services
Pre-Purchase Tree Report
A pre-purchase tree report is suitable for homebuyers and may also help address concerns raised by lenders, insurers, solicitors or building surveyors.
The report considers the relevant trees in their property context, including potential subsidence risk, other nuisances such as direct damage to structures and surfaces, and tree safety in relation to people and property.
It helps clarify whether nearby trees are likely to present an issue now or in the future, and whether any tree works may be appropriate to mitigate those issues.
For more detailed information, see our dedicated page on pre-purchase tree surveys.
Subsidence Risk Assessment
A subsidence risk assessment considers whether nearby trees are likely to have an influence on future subsidence risk.
This type of report is suited to homeowners who want a clearer understanding of the position for peace of mind, as well as situations where concerns have been raised by others involved in the property process.
The assessment considers the property, the site context, and trees within likely influencing distance, with advice set out in a clear written report.
Heave Risk Assessment
A Heave Risk Assessment is typically requested where trees close to a property are being considered for significant works or removal.
In certain situations, removing trees can alter ground moisture conditions, causing foundations to lift, so it may be sensible to assess likely heave risk before works take place.
Our qualitative Heave Risk Assessment report considers the site, the property history, and the relevant trees, and provides practical advice to help inform decision-making.
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