Pre-Construction

Tree Preservation Consulting

Protecting Trees Before the First Shovel Hits the Ground

Construction projects place tremendous stress on trees — often resulting in irreversible damage that isn’t visible until years later. At Peters Todd’s, we specialize in pre-construction consulting that helps protect high-value trees and integrate them safely into development plans from day one.

Our approach is proactive, science-based, and collaborative — giving your project team the guidance needed to balance development goals with long-term tree health and landscape value.

Why Pre-Construction Tree Consulting Matters

  • Mature trees take decades to replace. Preserving them adds aesthetic, environmental, and financial value.
  • Most construction damage is preventable. Root compaction, grade changes, and mechanical injuries are avoidable with proper planning.
  • Tree loss is costly. Replacements, liabilities, and loss of canopy can drastically impact project success, community approval, and compliance.

Our Pre-Construction Services Include:

Tree Inventory & Assessment

  • Identify and tag all trees on or near the construction site
  • Assess health, structure, species, size, and preservation priority
  • Provide clear documentation to inform design and permitting

Tree Protection Planning

  • Define Critical Root Zones (CRZ) and Tree Protection Zones (TPZ)
  • Recommend fencing, signage, access control, and root buffers
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors

On-Site Monitoring & Compliance

  • Recommend decompaction strategies and protective materials
  • Coordinate air spading or root pruning when needed
  • Plan for post-construction mitigation (fertilization, mycorrhizae, irrigation

Soil & Root Zone Preservation

Following decompaction, we apply premium wetting agents to:

  • Increase water infiltration and soil moisture retention
  • Improve uniform water distribution in the root zone
  • Support a healthier soil environment for fine root regeneration

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