Your questions answered

Jordan visits your property, assesses the tree (or trees) in question — health, structure, risk and site conditions — and talks you through what he finds. You’ll leave with clear advice on your options, whether that’s retaining the tree, specific pruning, further investigation, or approval requirements.

In metropolitan Adelaide, a tree is generally regulated if its trunk circumference is 1 metre or more, and significant if it’s 2 metres or more — measured 1 metre above natural ground level (multi-trunk trees are assessed differently). Some species and situations are exempt. See our SA Tree Rules guide, or we can confirm your tree’s status on site.

For regulated and significant trees, removal and major pruning usually require development approval through PlanSA or your council. Exemptions exist for some species, dead trees, emergencies and minor maintenance pruning. We confirm your tree’s status and any exemptions, and prepare the report council needs if an application is required.

Councils commonly ask for an arborist report with applications to remove or prune regulated and significant trees, and for developments near trees. Reports are also useful for insurance claims, disputes and property sales. Development reports are prepared with reference to AS 4970-2025, Protection of trees on development sites.

Treecycling Solutions provides consulting, reports and audits only. If work is recommended, the report specifies exactly what’s needed — so you can get quotes from any qualified contractor you choose.

It depends on the number of trees, site complexity, and whether you need verbal advice or a formal written report. Call or email with a few details and we’ll confirm the scope and fee upfront — no surprises.

A consulting arborist assesses trees and documents the findings — health, structure, risk and regulatory status — with recommendations and the reasoning behind them. A contractor carries out the work. Councils and insurers generally need a qualified arborist’s written assessment, and a clear specification also helps you compare contractor quotes like for like.

Yes. We hold professional indemnity insurance up to $5 million, which covers the advice and reports we provide, as well as public liability coverage up to $20 million. Jordan holds an AQF Level 5 Diploma of Arboriculture, is a member of Arboriculture Australia, and has over 12 years’ experience working with trees.