Tree Appraisal Calculator

Formula

To calculate the tree appraisal value:

\[ TV = BS \times CS \times LS \times LC \times S \]

Where:

$TV$ is the Tree Appraisal Value (\$)
$BS$ is the Basic Tree Cost per Square Inch (\$)
$CS$ is the Cross-Sectional Area (square inches)
$LS$ is the Location Species Factor (decimal)
$LC$ is the Location Condition Factor (decimal)
$S$ is the Species Factor (decimal)

What is a Tree Appraisal?

A Tree Appraisal is a professional assessment of a tree’s monetary value. This process is often carried out by certified arborists and can be based on various factors such as the tree’s species, size, condition, location, and its contribution to the overall landscape. The appraisal can be used for insurance claims, legal disputes, tax deductions, or real estate transactions. It helps in determining the cost of a tree’s replacement or the financial loss incurred due to damage or removal.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Basic Tree Cost per Square Inch ($BS$) = $10
Cross-Sectional Area ($CS$) = 50 square inches
Location Species Factor ($LS$) = 0.8
Location Condition Factor ($LC$) = 0.9
Species Factor ($S$) = 1.2

Using the formula:

\[ TV = 10 \times 50 \times 0.8 \times 0.9 \times 1.2 = 432 \, \text{\$} \]

The Tree Appraisal Value is $432.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Basic Tree Cost per Square Inch ($BS$) = $15
Cross-Sectional Area ($CS$) = 40 square inches
Location Species Factor ($LS$) = 0.7
Location Condition Factor ($LC$) = 0.85
Species Factor ($S$) = 1.1

Using the formula:

\[ TV = 15 \times 40 \times 0.7 \times 0.85 \times 1.1 = 392.7 \, \text{\$} \]

The Tree Appraisal Value is $392.7.