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12 Years
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Expert Arborist Services in Richmond Hill, Ontario
P & A Urban Forestry Consulting is a family-run business founded in 2014, rooted in over 38 years of arboricultural expertise. Our team specializes in professional arborist consulting, offering comprehensive tree assessments, reports, and management solutions tailored to residential, commercial, and municipal clients. With a focus on urban forestry, we provide unbiased, science-based guidance to ensure tree health, compliance with bylaws, and sustainable urban ecosystems. Our founder, Peter Wynnyczuk, brings decades of hands-on experience in tree risk assessment, disease diagnosis, and municipal project management, supported by certifications from the International Society of Arboriculture. We prioritize client education, transparent communication, and tailored solutions to address both immediate and long-term tree care needs.Our services span Southern and Central Ontario, serving as a trusted partner for tree permit applications, hazard assessments, and inventory planning. Backed by commercial liability and errors-and-omissions insurance, we deliver reliable, actionable insights to protect property investments and preserve urban greenery. From storm damage recovery to invasive species management, our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client testimonials and industry recognition, including the 2016 ISA Special Achievement Award. We combine technical expertise with personalized service to empower informed decision-making for tree stakeholders across diverse property types.
Services
Arborist Reports
Tree Permit Reports
Tree Inventory
Risk Management
Insect & Disease Diagnosing
Tree Protection Plans
Development Application Reports
Butternut Health Assessments
Storm Damage Assessments
Expert Witness Services
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 38 years of combined experience in urban forestry and arboriculture.
- Our team includes an ISA Certified Arborist with municipal project management expertise.
- We provide unbiased, science-based tree assessments and reporting.
- We serve Southern and Central Ontario with localized knowledge of regional bylaws.
- We are insured for commercial general liability and errors and omissions.
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture
What people say
Experienced professional
Thorough report
Highly recommend
Prompt service
Expert advice
Services
Arborist Reports
Arborist Reports evaluate tree health, structural integrity, and compliance with municipal bylaws for residential and commercial properties. These reports include detailed assessments of tree conditions, infestations, and recommendations for preservation or removal. Required for permits and development projects, they ensure regulatory compliance and informed decision-making for property stakeholders.
Tree Permit Reports
Tree Permit Reports ensure adherence to private tree protection bylaws in Southern Ontario municipalities. We prepare detailed documentation mapping tree locations, health assessments, and removal justifications to secure permits. Our reports meet municipal requirements for construction, renovations, or tree removal applications, streamlining approval processes for clients.
Tree Inventory
Tree Inventory services catalog all trees on a property, documenting species, health, and location to create management plans. This data helps prioritize maintenance, budgeting, and future planting. Ideal for institutional, commercial, and government properties, it supports long-term urban forest sustainability and risk mitigation.
Risk Management
Risk Management services identify hazardous trees through detailed inspections of structural defects, disease, or storm damage. We provide mitigation strategies to reduce liability and property risks. Our assessments address post-storm damage, encroachment issues, and safety concerns for residential and municipal clients.
Insect & Disease Diagnosing
Insect & Disease Diagnosing identifies threats like Emerald Ash Borer and Dutch Elm Disease through visual and technical assessments. We offer treatment recommendations and prevention strategies tailored to Southern Ontario's native and invasive species. Our solutions protect tree health and prevent ecosystem damage.
People
Peter Wynnyczuk
Founder and President
Peter Wynnyczuk is a certified arborist with 38 years of experience in urban forestry, including municipal roles and college-level teaching. He specializes in tree risk assessment, bylaw compliance, and invasive species management. Recognized with the 2016 ISA Special Achievement Award, he brings technical expertise and client-focused solutions to P & A Urban Forestry Consulting.
Questions
What is an Arborist Report and when do I need one?
An Arborist Report assesses tree health and compliance for permits or development projects. Required for construction, renovations, or tree removal in municipalities with bylaws.
Do you provide services outside Richmond Hill?
Yes, we serve Southern and Central Ontario, including Toronto, Hamilton, and Peterborough areas for tree assessments and consulting.
How do you handle emergency tree situations?
We respond promptly to storm damage or hazardous tree emergencies, providing immediate assessments and risk mitigation recommendations.
What certifications do your arborists hold?
Our team includes an ISA Certified Arborist (ON-2067A) with specialized credentials in tree risk assessment and utility arboriculture.
Can you help with invasive species like Emerald Ash Borer?
Yes, we diagnose invasive pests and diseases, offering treatment plans to protect trees in Southern Ontario.
What insurance coverage do you have?
We carry commercial general liability and errors-and-omissions insurance for client protection.
