Tri-Cities • Port Coquitlam, BC

Tree Risk Assessments in Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam's riverside lots near the Coquitlam and Pitt Rivers add a layer most municipalities don't have — federal fisheries rules alongside the City's own tree rules. Root Down prepares TRAQ risk assessments for PoCo properties, from the older Birchland and Mary Hill lots to homes backing onto the dikes and trails.

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When to Call for Tree Risk Assessments (TRAQ) in Port Coquitlam

If a cottonwood or storm-weakened tree near the river or dike is a concern, get it assessed — near-water properties need extra care in the documentation.

Permits & Bylaws in Port Coquitlam

On riverside lots near the Coquitlam and Pitt Rivers, both PoCo's tree rules and federal fisheries rules can apply. We assess whether your tree is protected and whether near-water restrictions are in play, then document the findings so your removal application stays compliant.

Protected trees are 15cm+ diameter or 5m+ tall. Permits cost $100, waived for dead or hazardous trees. Fines up to $4,000 for significant trees (45cm+).

See Port Coquitlam tree bylaws

Bylaw rules change. Verify current requirements directly with Port Coquitlam before starting any work.

Our Risk Assessments Process

Consultation

We confirm what the report is for — a permit, an insurance claim, a dispute — so we quote and scope the right level of assessment.

Site Visit

Our certified arborist partner inspects the tree(s), assessing structure, health, and likelihood of failure using TRAQ methodology.

Analysis & Report

Findings are documented in a written report with photos, risk rating, and recommendations.

Delivery

You receive the completed report, ready to submit for your permit, claim, or file.

What Affects Risk Assessments Cost in Port Coquitlam

Every job is unique, so we provide free, detailed estimates rather than one-size-fits-all pricing. The main factors:

Number of trees assessed
Level 1 vs. Level 3 assessment needed
Proximity to the Coquitlam or Pitt River
Access on older Birchland or Mary Hill lots

Recent Risk Assessments Work in Port Coquitlam

See examples of our risk assessments work across Tri-Cities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — near-water properties can trigger federal fisheries rules in addition to PoCo's own tree rules. We factor both into the assessment and the report.

Yes — mature cottonwoods are common in PoCo, especially near the dike and trail network, and their brittle wood and size make a documented risk assessment worthwhile before removal.

A Level 1 assessment starts at $575 for one tree or $725 for 2-4 trees; Level 3 and larger jobs are quoted individually, with the fee credited back if you book the resulting work with us.

Tree Risk Assessments (TRAQ) in Port Coquitlam?

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Neighbourhoods We Serve

CitadelOxford HeightsBirchland ManorLincoln ParkMary HillShaughnessyDowntown PoCoRiverwood

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