Arboricultural Consulting Services

Urban Forestry Services, Inc. offers urban forestry and horticultural consulting within and around urban environments. From street trees, to park trees, to second growth forests, a different knowledge and perspective is expected. With respect to master planning, major development or landscape improvements, the trees and vegetation are an important natural resource that contributes to the environmental, physical, and social benefits of any project area. We are experienced in evaluating urban second growth forests for all these reasons.

Specifically, our approach in assessing native forests is more than an inventory of volume and species. Our approach is on the basis of species and plant communities that contribute to the goals and objectives of the plan that must be recognized during the evaluation process. For example, tree species, size, condition, age, and character will determine suitability for recreation, interpretation, wildlife habitat, watershed management, screening, or needed restoration. When future use is determined, management recommendations may include, but not be limited to: forest thinning to improve overall forest conditions, enhancement planting to accelerate desired successional changes, and removing hazard trees to minimize damage or injury. Experience in implementing all of these is critical in assessing raw land for future master planning.

Consider our services when determining the type of natural resource assessment you will need.

Overview of our services

List of selected clients and projects

Qualifications of Jim Barborinas, UFS' founder and chief arborist