Five questions

Which situation is mine, and will a report help?

Nothing is stored or sent. Answer and the page gives you the right situation, the law that applies, and an honest read on whether paying for a report makes sense.

1. Whose tree is it?

My neighbor's (trunk on their land)
Mine (trunk on my land)
On or near the line, or not sure
A street tree or city tree
In an HOA common area

2. What is happening? (pick the main one)

Roots in a fence, driveway, patio, foundation or wall
Roots in a sewer or drain line
Branches over my roof or yard
Leaves, needles, fruit, sap, shade
The tree looks dead, dying or leaning
A tree or limb already fell
It blocks my view or sunlight
Someone cut or damaged a tree without permission
I am being told my tree has to go

3. Is there actual damage or a real target?

Yes: something is broken, lifted, cracked, or a structure or people are under it
No, it is annoying or worrying but nothing is damaged

4. Where is the property?

Another Bay Area city OaklandBerkeleyTiburonBelvedereSausalitoOrindaMill ValleyPalo AltoHillsboroughSan Francisco Outside the Bay Area

5. How far has it gone?

We are still talking, or have not talked yet
A letter or demand has been sent
An insurance claim is open
A lawyer is involved or a suit is filed

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