Arborist Assessment using Level 1 Visual Assessment

🌳 Tree Health Assessment – Bigleaf Maple (Acer macrophyllum) 📍 Property Manager – Southwest Seattle, WA Sound Tree Care LLC recently conducted a detailed tree inspection in Southwest Seattle for a local property manager. The tree in question is a mature Bigleaf Maple (Acer macrophyllum) featuring an existing cable support system, which we inspected for proper installation and functionality. 🔍 Findings: 🪢 Cable System – Existing hardware was assessed for tension, wear, and integrity. 🍄 Sooty Bark Disease – Active signs of fungal disease were observed on several stems, indicating progressive internal decay. ⚠️ Structural Cavity – A large cavity was found at the root flare/trunk base, suggesting compromised structural support and potential failure risk. 📋 Recommendations: 📆 Schedule periodic monitoring for disease progression and structural integrity. ✂️ Consider mitigation pruning or removal of compromised limbs. 🧪 Conduct a follow-up structural analysis to evaluate risk levels more precisely. 💡 Regular tree risk assessments are essential for maintaining property safety and landscape health, especially when managing large, mature trees near structures or pedestrian areas. 🔧 For expert tree evaluations, disease diagnosis, and cabling inspections in Southwest Seattle, contact the ISA Certified Arborists at Sound Tree Care LLC. 📞 Need a Tree Health Check or Risk Assessment? Call us today at (206) 486-7790 or request a consultation online to schedule a visit with a certified arborist. We help property managers and homeowners throughout Seattle make informed, proactive tree care decisions.