Professional Arborist Services You Can Rely On
From risk assessments to development reports, Specialist Arbor Services delivers trusted advice backed by experience and formal qualifications. We offer clear, practical solutions to help you manage your trees safely, responsibly, and with confidence.
Our Services
We deliver professional, AQF Level 5 arborist reports tailored to your site and situation, whether you’re developing, resolving a tree dispute, or managing tree safety. Our expert team ensures every report meets council and legal requirements, with clear, practical advice you can rely on.
Tree Health And Condition Reports
We specialise in tree health assessments and tailor our reports to the requirements of your trees. We cover pests, diseases, stressed trees, feature trees in decline, heritage trees, and soils.
Arboricultural Impact Assessments & Development
Council-ready tree surveys, impact assessments, and protection plans, delivered fast and compliant. We ensure your vegetation management meets all conditions, requirements, and best-practice standards.
Tree Risk Assessments
We identify hazardous trees and assess the risk they pose to people and property, helping you make informed decisions. Our reports outline practical options to support site standards and compliance.
Expert Witness
We offer independent, expert reports to support tree-related dispute resolution for QCAT or local mediation. Our assessments provide clear, unbiased evidence to assist in achieving fair outcomes.
Protecting and Strengthening trees across Queensland
Tree Health And Condition Reports
Trees are vital assets contributing to ambience, brand identity, and long-term property value. We work alongside landscape architects, property managers and hospitality venues to keep your assets thriving. When trees begin to decline in health, show signs of structural stress, or pose safety concerns, timely expert intervention is essential.
Our tree reports provide a clear, defensible pathway forward. Conducted on-site by an AQF Level 5 Arborist, each report includes a detailed Visual Tree Assessment (VTA) to diagnose health issues, structural weaknesses, and pest and disease. We then deliver tailored, actionable recommendations for remedial care, risk mitigation, and long-term management from soil amelioration to canopy management.
Tree Reports for Development Applications
Arboricultural Impact Assessments & Development
Are you a developer, builder, or council navigating planning approvals? We offer end-to-end arboricultural consulting for development projects, led by AQF Level 5 Project Arborists. Our services include:
- Tree Surveys, Arboricultural Impact Assessments (AIA), and Tree Protection Plans
- Detailed Tree Protection Specifications
- On-site supervision of encroachments and tree-sensitive works
- Final certification reports
Our expert guidance helps you meet approval conditions, reduce delays, and manage vegetation responsibly throughout the planning and project completion phases.
Protecting Your Property
Tree Risk Assessments
Managing trees in public or shared spaces comes with a legal and ethical obligation to exercise due diligence. While absolute safety can’t be guaranteed, you can take reasonable and proportionate steps to manage risk responsibly. At Specialist Arbor Services, we provide professional tree risk assessments using two trusted methodologies:
- QTRA (Quantified Tree Risk Assessment): A structured approach that evaluates land use and quantifies risk, helping prioritise management actions based on likelihood and consequence.
- VALID Tree Risk – Benefit Management & Assessment: A streamlined, visual inspection method that delivers a clear, single-page report outlining risk levels and recommended actions.
Both methods support defensible decision-making, helping you meet your duty of care while preserving the ecological, social, and aesthetic value of trees.
Queensland Arboricultural Experts for Tribunal & Legal Testimony
Expert Witness
Got a tree causing tension between neighbours, or damage that’s led to an insurance claim? You’re not alone. Tree-related disputes and property impacts are more common than you’d think. At SAS, we provide clear, independent assessments from an AQF Level 5 Arborist to help clarify responsibilities, support insurance investigations, and guide the best way forward.
Whether it’s overhanging branches, storm damage, safety concerns, or boundary issues, we offer expert advice to resolve conflicts, support claims, and help keep the peace.
Trusted Arborist Advice, Backed By Experience
Get clear, reliable recommendations from a qualified AQF Level 5 Arborist. With over 15 years of experience, we provide honest, professional advice you can count on. We’re here to support your tree management decisions with honesty, precision, and care.
Client Reviews
We’re proud to be trusted by homeowners, developers, and councils across Queensland. Here’s what some of our clients have to say about working with SAS Trees. From storm-damaged trees to development reports, we’re here when it matters most.
We’re a family-owned business known for fast quotes, no waitlists, and reliable, high-quality workmanship. From Brisbane to Bundaberg, we deliver tailored solutions with a team you can trust.
