Professional Fees

Typical Fee Ranges

The following fee ranges are provided to support early budgeting and project planning. Final fees are confirmed following review of project scope, site conditions, and required deliverables.

All services are provided on a consulting basis only. Fees reflect professional assessment, analysis, and documentation prepared by an ISA Certified Arborist holding Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and Tree Assessment Qualification.

  • Tree Protection Plans (TPPs) outline required measures to protect existing trees during construction activities. Pricing includes a site plan drawing, two revision rounds, and one on-site flagging visit (within 30 km of Edmonton).

    • Up to two municipal trees: $450

    • Each additional municipal tree: $175 per tree

    • Private-tree-only sites: From $380

    Final fees depend on site complexity, access constraints, and municipal submission requirements. Additional revisions or site visits beyond what’s included may be billed if project scope changes.

    Learn more about tree protection plans here.

  • Tree Preservation Plans address development impacts such as excavation, grade change, and root disturbance near retained trees. Fees are typically tiered based on the number of affected trees:

    • 1–5 trees: $1,450

    • 6–15 trees: $2,300

    • 16–30 trees: $3,250

    • 31+ trees: quoted

    Scope, mitigation requirements, and coordination needs may influence final fees.

    Learn more about tree preservation plans here.

  • Tree inventory services typically start at $650 for up to 10 trees, with additional trees billed at approximately $30 per tree. Tree management recommendations and prioritization are available as an add-on depending on project needs.

    Learn more about tree inventories here.

  • Typically range from $275 for a single tree to $550 for small groups of trees. Additional trees are typically assessed at $85 per tree, depending on diagnostic complexity and reporting requirements.

    Learn more about tree risk assessments here.

  • Tree valuation services typically start at $395 for a single tree. Group valuations range from approximately $1,250 to $2,250+, depending on the number of trees, valuation methodology, and documentation requirements.

    Learn more about tree valuation here.

Factors That Influence Fees

• Number of trees involved

• Site size, access, and constraints

• Required level of detail and documentation

• Municipal review and permitting requirements

• Revisions or additional coordination requested

Confirm Scope and Request a Quote

Contact RootWise Consulting to confirm project scope and obtain a formal quote. We are happy to review drawings, timelines, and requirements to ensure the appropriate level of service is provided.