Looking for a certified arborist in Port Matilda, PA? Describe your project once and up to three certified arborists who work in Port Matilda and Centre County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Port Matilda is home to about 584 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−1.2% since 2020). With 973 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Tree ordinances and construction near mature trees are the usual reasons residents need an arborist report.
Port Matilda at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 584 (−1.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Pennsylvania
- 731st of 1,013 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.6 sq mi
- Population density
- 973 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Borough (Port Matilda borough)
- Main county
- Centre County
What to check before hiring in Port Matilda
- Local ordinance: check Port Matilda's tree rules: protected sizes, species and permit process.
- Certification: ask for the ISA certification number, and TRAQ for risk assessments.
- Independence: a consulting arborist who does not do removals gives a neutral report.
- Price drivers: number of trees, site visit, and whether a protection plan is needed.
Useful official resources
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ISA: International Society of Arboriculture
Official information and guidance.
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Trees Are Good (ISA)
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Port Matilda
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Arborist report for a permit
Certified arborist report for a tree removal permit or a construction project near protected trees.
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Tree risk assessment
Assessment of a tree's condition and risk of failure, with recommendations.
Frequently asked questions in Port Matilda
How much does an arborist report cost in Port Matilda, PA?
It depends on the number of trees and the report required. Describe your project: arborists who serve Port Matilda reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often a site visit within days and the report within a week or two.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
It depends on the city and the tree; check before you cut.
Which certified arborists will contact me?
Up to three independent certified arborists who serve Port Matilda and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.