Kenneth A Knight Consulting

As a Registered Consulting Arborist and Board-Certified Master Arborist, Kenneth A. Knight Consulting, LLC offers a wide range of services to individuals, businesses, and government agencies. Our expertise includes tree evaluations prior to escrow, building with trees, diagnosis of tree insect and disease problems, tree risk assessments, expert witness/forensic investigations, tree appraisals, tree inventories, native oak preservation, tree management plans, and staff training programs. With a strong focus on the Santa Barbara County area, we also serve Ventura, San Luis Obispo, and Los Angeles Counties. Our mission is to provide high standards in tree health and care, ensuring the preservation of these natural assets for future generations.

Tree Evaluations Prior to Escrow

For real estate agents and those purchasing real estate, it is crucial to have a Consulting Arborist review the health and risk analysis of trees on the property. This evaluation can help identify potential issues and provide a clear understanding of the property's tree assets.

Building with Trees

When building, it is essential to consider the protection of native and specimen trees. We assist Landscape Architects and Building Contractors in preparing tree protection plans that allow for maximum use of the property while still incorporating existing trees.

Diagnosis of Tree Insect and Disease Problems

Accurate identification is key in treating tree problems. Our expertise includes diagnosing insect damage and disease, as well as identifying abiotic problems. This begins with a thorough assessment of the tree's condition.

Tree Risk Assessments

Homeowners, businesses, insurance agents, and anyone living near trees can benefit from our Tree Risk Assessments. We provide the latest best management practices in identifying risks associated with your trees and how these risks can be mitigated and managed.

Expert Witness/Forensic Investigations

For attorneys involved in tree disputes, we offer unbiased forensic services. Additionally, we are available for out-of-court mediation for tree disputes among neighbors.

Tree Appraisals

As an ASCA Qualified Tree Appraiser, we provide monetary calculations of tree value. This service is essential for property valuations, insurance purposes, and estate planning.

Tree Inventories

Our comprehensive tree inventories include species, photos, geographic locations, and other tree data. This information can be presented in a spreadsheet format for ease of ongoing tree management.

Native Oak Preservation

Planners and environmentalists interested in preserving very old trees, especially native oaks, can use our services to understand how to care for old trees and provide techniques for extending their lives.

Tree Management Plans and Ordinances

Municipalities, schools, special districts, homeowner associations, and any agency responsible for tree care should have short- and long-range plans for managing their trees. We can assist in writing tree management plans that incorporate the latest American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards and International Society of Arboriculture Best Management Practices.

Staff Training Programs for Basic Pruning and Tree Care Skills

We offer hands-on field training to staff on the essential elements of tree care and basic pruning that is specifically related to their situation. This training can be tailored to meet the needs of your organization.

Speaking Programs and Tree Tours

We are available to speak at social, educational, and community organizations about the benefits of trees. We also offer individual tree and half-day personal tours of the 20+ state and national champion trees on the south coast of Santa Barbara County.

Wildlife/Tree Interface

As a Wildlife trained arborist, we have basic training in identifying locations where wildlife are located in trees. We can arrange for wildlife biologists to provide further assistance in trees that require it.