Enter the basic tree cost per square inch, cross-sectional area of the tree, location species factor, location condition factor, and species factor into the calculator to determine the tree appraisal value.

Tree Appraisal Formula

The following formula is used to calculate the tree appraisal value. 

TV = (BS * CS * LS * LC * S)

Variables:

  • TV is the tree appraisal value ($)
  • BS is the basic tree cost per square inch ($)
  • CS is the cross-sectional area of the tree (square inches)
  • LS is the location species factor (decimal)
  • LC is the location condition factor (decimal)
  • S is the species factor (decimal)

To calculate the tree appraisal value, multiply the basic tree cost per square inch by the cross-sectional area of the tree. Then multiply the result by the location species factor, the location condition factor, and the species factor. The result is the tree appraisal value.

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.

How to Calculate Tree Appraisal?

The following steps outline how to calculate the Tree Appraisal Value.

  1. First, determine the basic tree cost per square inch ($).
  2. Next, determine the cross-sectional area of the tree (square inches).
  3. Next, determine the location species factor (decimal).
  4. Next, determine the location condition factor (decimal).
  5. Finally, determine the species factor (decimal).
  6. Use the formula TV = (BS * CS * LS * LC * S) to calculate the Tree Appraisal Value.
  7. After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.

Example Problem : 

Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.

basic tree cost per square inch ($) = 0.25

cross-sectional area of the tree (square inches) = 100

location species factor (decimal) = 0.8

location condition factor (decimal) = 0.9

species factor (decimal) = 0.95