Consulting arborist referrals
Arborist reports in Sydney
Need a report for council, building plans or a concern about a tree? David can discuss a referral to Sydney Arborist Solutions, a separate consulting arborist business. Absolute quotes separately for any pruning or removal.
- Referral to Sydney Arborist Solutions
- Their AQF Level 5 consulting arborist
- Reports and tree work arranged separately
Who does what
The report and the tree work are separate
A report assesses the tree and recommends what should happen. It may recommend keeping or protecting the tree, rather than pruning or removal.
Assessment & written report
Sydney Arborist Solutions
We refer report enquiries to Aymon, an AQF Level 5 consulting arborist at Sydney Arborist Solutions. This is a separate business. You agree the assessment, report scope, fee and timeframe directly with them.
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Absolute Tree & Garden Services
David can quote the tree work separately once the recommendations and any required approval are clear. Absolute’s free on-site quote is for that work; it does not include a consulting arborist’s report.
Before you arrange an assessment
When might you need a report?
Start with why you need the assessment. If council has requested a report, keep its written requirements so the consultant can quote the right scope.
A protected tree
Council may need an assessment of the tree’s health, condition or risk to consider an application for pruning or removal. A report is not required for every tree job.
Building near trees
A development application may need an arboricultural impact assessment or tree protection advice. Tell the consultant about the proposed work and any trees nearby, including on adjoining land.
A concern about a tree
A consulting arborist can assess a tree’s condition and explain the findings. Discuss whether you need a written report and what it must cover before booking.
Fees & preparation
What will the report cost?
The number of trees, report type, site access and council requirements affect the fee. A basic tree assessment and a development application report involve different work.
Ask the consultant for a written quote covering the inspection, report, any plans or further investigations, and the delivery timeframe. Check whether council follow-up or revisions are included. The report fee is agreed with the consultant, separately from any tree work.
See indicative report pricesHave these details handy
- Your suburb and the council responsible for the property
- Why you need the report and how many trees are involved
- Any written council request or existing report
- Whether building plans are available, and any application deadline
Working with Absolute
Start with a conversation with David
David is your contact at Absolute, the family business he founded in 1994. He can discuss the referral and any pruning or removal you may need. The consulting arborist provides the assessment and report.
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More about AbsoluteTell David what you need
Send your suburb, the reason for the report and any council deadline. If you already have a report, say so — you may only need a quote for the tree work.
Arrange the report with the consultant
David can discuss a referral to Sydney Arborist Solutions. Confirm the report scope, fee, timing and any documents they need directly with them before booking.
Quote any tree work separately
If pruning or removal is recommended, David can give you a free on-site quote. Any required approval must be in place before work starts. Arranging a report does not commit you to tree work with Absolute.
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Before you enquire
Arborist report questions
Does Absolute write arborist reports?
No. We refer report enquiries to Aymon at Sydney Arborist Solutions, a separate business whose consulting arborist holds an AQF Level 5 qualification. Absolute carries out pruning and removal, quoted separately. This enquiry form goes to David at Absolute and does not book a report.
Will a report guarantee permission to remove a tree?
No. The consultant assesses the tree and provides an evidence-based recommendation, which may be to retain or protect it. Council decides the application. A report is not itself permission to carry out the work.
Which report will my council accept?
Requirements depend on your council, property and proposed work. Check the council’s current requirements before booking and pass any written request to the consultant. Some councils specify an AQF Level 5 qualification and particular report contents; development applications can require different information from pruning or removal applications.
How long will the report take?
That depends on the consultant’s availability and the assessment required. Mention any deadline at the first enquiry and agree the timeframe directly with the consultant. Council’s assessment of an application is a separate stage.
Can you help if I already have a report?
Yes. Tell David what work the report recommends and whether any required approval is in place. He can discuss the pruning or removal and arrange a free on-site quote. You do not need to commission another report through us to ask about tree work.
Can I send plans or council documents through this form?
The form accepts optional photos, not PDF documents or plans. Briefly describe the request and any deadline in your message. David can discuss the referral; arrange any documents needed for the assessment directly with the consultant.
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Other work to consider
Your area
Discuss a report referral
Choose your area for the relevant council guidance and what to include when contacting David. The consultant confirms the report scope, fee and availability separately.
- Ryde
Our home base: Eastwood, West Ryde, Putney and nearby
- North Shore
Hunters Hill and Lane Cove up to Hornsby and Wahroonga
- Inner West
Terraces and courtyards from Balmain to Strathfield
- Hills District
Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, North Rocks and nearby
Talk to Absolute
Ask David about a report
Tell us why you need the report and where the property is. David can discuss a referral or, if you already have a report, the tree work you need quoted.