• John O’Shea

    Consulting Arborist & Tree Management Expert

    Over 40 years of Professional Experience

  • John O’Shea

    Consulting

    Arborist & Tree

    Management Expert

  • Serving Central Coast California

    Santa Barbara, Ventura, Montecito, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo

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  • We perform detailed tree risk evaluations to identify potential hazards and ensure the safety of your property, employees, and community. Our assessments utilize industry standards and proven methodologies to deliver clear, actionable reports. Tree Risk Assessments Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    WHEN YOU NEED MORE THAN A TREE-SERVICE ESTIMATE

    John O’Shea Consulting Arborist provides comprehensive assessments, risk evaluations, and detailed reports to help you maintain healthy, safe, and valuable trees on your property.

    Sometimes the question is not simply whether a tree should be pruned or removed. You may need to know whether it is safe, whether it can be preserved, what it is worth, whether construction has damaged it, or whether another recommendation is justified. That is where an independent consulting arborist can help.

    Comprehensive tree inventories and accurate appraisals help property managers, homeowners, and developers understand the value and condition of their trees. Our reports support decision-making for maintenance, development, and preservation efforts. Tree Inventories & Appraisals Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    WHAT WE DO?

    • Expert Witness Services
    • Tree Inventories
    • Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
    • TRAQ Qualification
    • Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
    • Contract Preparation and Supervision
    • Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
    • Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
    Our certified arborist provides expert testimony and consulting for legal cases, construction projects, and tree protection plans. We prepare detailed reports and supervise projects to ensure trees are protected and regulations are followed. Expert Witness & Construction Support Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    EXPERT WITNESS AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT

    Our certified arborist provides expert testimony and consulting for legal cases, construction projects, and tree protection plans. We prepare detailed reports and supervise projects to ensure trees are protected and regulations are followed.

  • Independent Advice for Important Tree Decisions

    Trees can become complicated when safety, property value, construction, insurance or legal issues are involved. I provide objective evaluations and practical recommendations based on field experience, recognized arboricultural standards and the conditions actually present on the property.

    We perform comprehensive tree risk evaluations and inventories to ensure safety and health of your landscape. Tree Risk Assessments Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Tree Risk Assessment

    Evaluate tree condition, structural concerns and potential hazards.

    Providing expert testimony and accurate valuations for tree-related property and legal matters. Expert Witness & Appraisals Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Arborist Reports

    Independent arboricultural analysis, reports and testimony for legal matters.

    Planning and supervising tree protection during construction to preserve landscape integrity. Construction & Tree Protection Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Expert Witness Services

    Independent arboricultural analysis, reports and testimony for legal matters.

    Planning and supervising tree protection during construction to preserve landscape integrity. Construction & Tree Protection Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Tree Appraisal & Valuation

    Determine tree value or loss following damage, construction or other impacts.

    Planning and supervising tree protection during construction to preserve landscape integrity. Construction & Tree Protection Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Construction & Tree Protection

    Protect important trees before, during and after construction.

    Planning and supervising tree protection during construction to preserve landscape integrity. Construction & Tree Protection Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Tree Preservation

    Practical recommendations for maintaining valuable mature trees over time.

    Planning and supervising tree protection during construction to preserve landscape integrity. Construction & Tree Protection Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Tree Inventories

    Document condition, risk and management priorities across multiple trees.

    Planning and supervising tree protection during construction to preserve landscape integrity. Construction & Tree Protection Our Expertise Reports, tree risk assessments, inventories, appraisals, expert witness, construction/tree protection. ASCA lists him as an ISA Certified Arborist and Board Certified Master Arborist.  ISA Certification: WE-1877B
Services:
Expert Witness Services
Tree Inventories
Appraisals of Tree Value/Loss
TRAQ – Tree Risk Appraisal Qualified
Demonstrations and lectures – Pruning, Safety, Training
Contract Preparation and Supervision
Tree Management for Golf Courses, Communities, HOAs
Clearly Written Reports that Fit your Project Needs
Affiliations shown:
ISA Qualifications
International Society of Arboriculture
American Society of Consulting Arborists
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist

    Diagnosis & Second Opinions

    An independent assessment before making a major pruning or removal decision.