711 Paradise Lane Arborist LetterJAMES R SEFtR.ENS
ISA r=F72TIFIFD ARgOR.IST
ISA #FL6548 TRA62-
October 21, 2022
Lester Burch
Burch Tree Service
Re: Oak Tree inspection- 711 Paradise Ln Atl. Bch, FI.
On October 21, 2022, at your request, I performed an inspection of a Live Oak located at
the above address. The tree is approximately 50 feet in height and 50 feet in spread. The trunk
size measures approximately 42" at DBH. The tree is located in front yard, immediately
adjacent to front porch. A level 2 inspection was made at ground level using optical
magnification, with no climbing involved.
A visual inspection revealed no active pest, in the root zone, trunk or canopy. The
crown appears mostly full with a small amount of die back and dead branching present. While
the tree trunk and canopy have an approximate 30 degree lean to the east, it appears that the
tree has developed this lean over a period of time. No ground heave or voids are present in the
surrounding soil. Of concern, is decay in both the lower and upper trunks. In the main trunk
near the base of the tree are large areas of old decay on both the tension and compression
sides are present. This poses an increased risk of failure in the near term. Decay in various
locations of the upper trunk and canopy is also present, impacting branch unions making them
more susceptible to failure. If some or all of this tree should fail, potential targets include the
home, neighboring homes, vehicles and pedestrians.
In summary, in order to eliminate the risk within the target range of this tree would be
to completely remove the tree as soon as practical.
Respectfully submitted
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