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ISA Certified Arborist Services in Edmonds, WA
As an ISA Certified Consulting Arborist with Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and ASCA registration, I provide expert tree care solutions rooted in over a decade of specialized experience. My practice focuses on unbiased tree health evaluations, aerial inspections through non-invasive climbing, and precise risk assessments that prioritize both safety and tree longevity. Clients benefit from my independence as a consulting arborist unaffiliated with tree service companies, ensuring recommendations remain free from commercial influence. I offer comprehensive services including pre-construction planning, species selection for mitigation planting, and municipal code compliance guidance across King and Snohomish Counties. My technical expertise extends to diagnosing insect infestations, writing detailed reports for permitting purposes, and conducting thorough aerial inspections using climbing techniques when ground-level assessments prove insufficient.With deep familiarity in local critical area ordinances and shoreline regulations, I help property owners navigate complex environmental requirements while maintaining tree health. The recent expansion of services to HOA greenspace optimization reflects my commitment to adapting arboricultural expertise to evolving community needs. My practice maintains strict adherence to ethical standards through continuous education in emerging tree care science, ensuring clients receive current, evidence-based recommendations that balance property safety with ecological stewardship.
Services
Tree Risk Assessment
Aerial Tree Inspection
Tree Health Evaluation
Pre-Construction Planning
Cat Rescue Service
Highlights and features
- We provide unbiased tree risk assessments independent of service providers
- Our arborist holds specialized climbing certification for detailed aerial inspections
- We maintain active TRAQ certification for standardized risk evaluation methodologies
- Our practice includes ASCA registration for advanced consulting expertise
- We offer municipal code compliance guidance specific to local critical areas
Associations and certifications
- ISA Certified Arborist
- Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)
- ASCA Registered Consulting Arborist
Services
Tree Risk Assessment
Our comprehensive tree risk assessments identify structural weaknesses and potential hazards using standardized TRAQ methodologies. Certified arborists evaluate tree health, root stability, and environmental factors to provide actionable recommendations. This service helps property owners maintain safety while preserving valuable tree assets through science-based decision making.
Aerial Tree Inspection
Non-invasive climbing inspections allow detailed examination of tree crowns and structural elements inaccessible from ground level. This specialized service provides precise diagnosis of canopy health issues and structural defects. Our ISA-certified arborist performs these inspections using industry-standard safety protocols and climbing techniques.
Pre-Construction Planning
We help property owners navigate construction projects near trees through detailed impact assessments and mitigation strategies. Our services include species selection for replacement planting and compliance guidance for local critical area ordinances. This proactive approach preserves tree health while meeting development objectives.
Municipal Code Compliance
Our local code expertise covers shoreline management, critical area protections, and tree preservation ordinances. We provide detailed reports demonstrating compliance with municipal requirements and assist with permit applications involving tree-related regulations in King and Snohomish Counties.
Cat Rescue Service
Specialized cat rescue operations utilize professional climbing equipment and techniques to safely retrieve pets from trees. This community service leverages our arboricultural expertise while providing urgent assistance to pet owners across our service areas.
People
Katy Bigelow
ISA Certified Consulting Arborist
Board-certified arborist with TRAQ and ASCA credentials, specializing in unbiased tree risk assessments and aerial inspections. Provides expert consultation for property owners and municipalities across Western Washington while maintaining strict ethical standards.
Questions
What makes your arborist services different from tree companies?
As an independent consulting arborist, my recommendations aren't tied to selling tree services. This ensures unbiased assessments focused solely on your trees' needs and safety.
Do you offer emergency tree services?
Yes, I provide cat rescue services and urgent tree risk assessments for safety-critical situations across my service areas.
Can you help with municipal tree regulations?
I specialize in local critical area ordinances and shoreline regulations, providing compliance guidance and permitting documentation for King and Snohomish County properties.
What's included in a tree risk assessment?
TRAQ-certified evaluations examine structural integrity, disease presence, and environmental factors to determine safety risks while preserving tree health when possible.
Do you work with property developers?
Yes, I assist with pre-construction planning, mitigation planting strategies, and code compliance for development projects involving protected trees.
How do you handle appointment cancellations?
A 24-hour notice is required to avoid full consultation fees, though emergency exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
