Tree Removal Ottawa
Are you looking for a knowledgeable, experienced arborists in the Ottawa, Ontario area? Choose our company today!
Trees are among the most valuable assets a property can have. These giants absorb carbon dioxide, oxygenate the air, give shade, and serve as windbreakers. On top of this, a healthy, beautiful tree will always make the area look more appealing.
However, trees require expert care to remain thriving for many years to come. Property owners must hire Ottawa arborists for checkups, pruning, trimming, and more. At times, a diseased or dying tree will need to be removed before it becomes a hazard.
Our arborists will help you determine what kind of care your trees need and whether a diseased tree can be saved. And if you’re looking to plant new trees, we can help you find which types grow best in the Ottawa, Ontario area.
Your Local Tree Removal Experts
We are your local experts who are always here to help. With our help, you get:
- ✓Safety and peace of mind
- ✓Quick work at affordable rates
- ✓A team of certified, professional arborists
- ✓Compliance with all municipal regulations in the Ottawa area
Call us today to get a free, no-obligation quote for tree planting, pruning, or removal.
When Tree Removal Is Necessary
Now and then, we get a call about a tree blocking a satellite signal or that the home or business owner simply wants to be moved for personal reasons, but many callers aren’t even sure they need a tree removed at all.
Our skilled team is always happy to help you determine if you have a tree that needs to be removed, but in the meantime, here are a few reasons removal may be necessary.
The first reason you may need a tree removed is location-related. Trees growing too close to structures can damage foundations or plumbing. We recommend removing or moving any tree growing along water or sewer lines, near your septic (if you have one), or within ten feet or so of your home. Removing trees close to your home can also lower your fire risk.
The second most common reason a tree may need to be removed is safety concerns. If you notice large cracks in the trunk, increased insect activity, or fungus growth, it’s time to have your tree evaluated.
Prevent Bigger Problems
Sometimes, a tree that looks dead or shows heavy damage can appear so due to a pest infestation. Drywood termites are known to reside in trees in Ontario and can cause serious, unseen damage if left unchecked.
Since termite colonies live out of sight, a tree can lose structural integrity and pose a risk of damage or injury. Colonies can multiply and relocate, allowing an infestation to spread from one tree to others or even inside your home.
Several other local types of pests include, but are not limited to:
- Angulose Prominent Moths
- Acorn Weevils
- American Cockroaches
- Braconid Wasps
- Bark Centipedes
- Black Carpenter Ants
A quick response to a discoloured or damaged tree can sometimes prevent it from dying but can also save your home and family from the headache of an infestation. Let our experts diagnose the problem and contain any pests.
In cases, we may even be able to handle the infestation without removing the tree. We always do our best to save trees when possible.
Address the Unexpected
Living in Ottawa, you understand just how harsh winter storms in Ontario can be. That’s on top of occasional floods and powerful windstorms. Any of the above can do a lot of damage to a tree, leaving it partially or wholly splintered.
Though we are willing and able to help with any and all needs related to tree care, and again, always try to save trees when we can though options such as cabling and bracing, sometimes removal is the best way to ensure the safety of your property and anyone on it. Storm damaged or weak trees can present a large liability if left unaddressed.
We want you to have the peace of mind that knowing every tree on your property is safe brings. Give us a call for an evaluation if you’re property has been hit by severe weather recently.
Ottawa’s Top Tree Removal Team
We truly care about our local ecosystem, and that includes every tree—it’s that care that has allowed us to become Ottawa’s top tree care and removal service. We go above and beyond to save trees when we can, and if we can’t, we remove or relocate them safely with respect for the surrounding environment.
We have the tools, equipment, and experience to handle all your tree removal needs, whether you have some saplings threatening your plumbing or a massive 100-foot tree threatening to fall on your roof. For larger trees, we even have a crane at our disposal. A crane increases the safety of removing tall trees exceptionally, especially in areas near structures, where something as harmless as a strong gust of wind could have a catastrophic outcome during the removal process.
When safety and efficiency are your top concern, Tree Company is the Ottawa tree removal service to call.
Best Tree Removal Services in Ottawa
Call us today to get a free, no-obligation quote for tree planting, pruning, or removal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you remove trees?+
The best way to remove your tree will depend on the type of tree, its location, and why the removal is necessary. If the tree can be saved, we may attempt to remove it without damaging the roots, relocate it, and fill the hole.
If the tree can’t be saved, we’ll cut it down and remove the stump. If we can safely remove it with one cut, we’ll carefully place a notch with a chainsaw to ensure the tree falls in the safest direction possible. For taller trees, we may remove the tree a section at a time using a crane.
Do you need a permit to remove a tree in Ottawa?+
In most cases, yes, you will need a permit to remove a tree, even if it’s in your yard. The city of Ottawa requires a permit to remove any tree larger than 20 cm at the trunk on a property that is one hectare or less unless it poses a threat to safety or is in a:
- Private courtyard or on a rooftop patio
- Cemetery
- Golf course or certain rural lands
- Farm, orchard, or nursery
To get a tree removal permit, you will need a report from a certified arborist stating the tree requires removal. We have certified arborists on our team and will handle the entire removal process, including acquiring the proper permit.
Can I remove a tree myself?+
After obtaining a permit, yes, technically, you can remove a tree yourself. In those cases, we are happy to perform the inspection for the permitting process, but we caution that removing a tree isn’t as easy as it sounds.
The tools required to bring a tree down are inherently dangerous on top of being expensive to rent or buy. With larger trees, there’s also the risk of the tree falling the wrong way. It takes a great deal of experience to ensure a tree falls where it should, and the taller the tree, the harder that process becomes.
How much does it cost to remove a tree in Ottawa?+
Unfortunately, as every tree removal job is different, we can’t offer a set rate for removals. The price of your tree removal will depend on the size and type of tree as well as the surrounding structures or other obstacles.
For instance, if nearby powerlines may pose an issue, or the tree is large enough to require a crane, that may increase costs. We provide accurate, fair quotes. Feel free to give us a call for a firm price estimate.