Certified arborist services
Tree care planned around the tree - and everything beneath it.
We prune, remove, grind stumps, prepare arborist reports and mill worthwhile logs across Greater Vancouver. Sam starts by looking at the tree, its surroundings and what you need the property to do next.
Residential and commercial work. Brush removal and final cleanup included in the agreed scope.
Start with what you need
Five services. One careful look at the site.
Choose a service below, or tell us what is happening and we will help you work out where to start.
Heritage tree care
Pruning & canopy care
Good pruning solves a specific problem without taking more from the tree than it needs. We look at branch structure, species, condition and the space around the canopy before deciding where to cut.
What this can include
- Removal of dead, damaged, crossing or poorly attached branches where appropriate
- Structural pruning for young and established trees
- Selective canopy thinning or reduction when the tree and site call for it
- Clearance from roofs, walkways, driveways, lanes and other property features
- Careful shaping that respects the tree's natural form
- Brush removal and a thorough final cleanup
Worth knowing: Useful when branches are overextended, light and clearance have become a problem, or a tree needs attention after weather damage.
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Heritage tree care
Tree removal
Removal starts at ground level, even when most of the work happens overhead. We assess the tree, access, nearby targets and available lowering space, then build the job around the property below.
What this can include
- Assessment of the tree, its lean, condition, access and surroundings
- Tree-removal permit and arborist-report requirements flagged before work begins
- Sectional dismantling and rigging for confined sites where needed
- Care around roofs, fences, gardens, lanes and neighbouring property
- Controlled handling of branches and trunk wood
- Brush and job-debris removal with final cleanup
Worth knowing: Stump grinding can be added to the removal quote when you want the ground ready for its next use.
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Heritage tree care
Stump removal
A stump can block a new planting, catch a mower or keep a small yard from working the way it should. We first check access and visible site constraints, then grind to a depth suited to the area's next use.
What this can include
- Access and site review before equipment is brought in
- Grinding to an agreed depth based on the intended use of the area
- Attention to accessible surface roots when included in the quote
- Protection of nearby hardscape, landscaping and property features
- Clear agreement on how stump grindings will be handled
- A tidy surface and cleanup of the immediate work area
Worth knowing: Stump work can be scheduled with a tree removal or quoted as a separate visit for an older stump.
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Heritage tree care
Arborist reports
When a tree-removal permit requires a professional assessment, Sam can inspect the tree, prepare the Certified Arborist report and explain what the findings mean for the next step.
What this can include
- On-site inspection by an ISA Certified Arborist
- Documentation of relevant tree condition and site factors
- Certified Arborist reports for tree-removal permit applications where required
- Retention, protection or replacement recommendations when the project calls for them
- Plain-language guidance on the report and likely submission steps
Worth knowing:Worth knowing: Tree-removal requirements vary by municipality and property. A site visit lets Sam determine whether an arborist report is likely to be required.
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Heritage tree care
Custom milling
Not every removed tree needs to leave as firewood or chips. When a trunk is suitable, we can mill it on site into material you can keep and use.
What this can include
- A practical assessment of whether the log is worth milling
- Discussion of the dimensions and end use before cutting
- Planks or slabs for furniture and future projects
- Square posts or timbers where the log allows
- Cross-sections for tables, displays or keepsakes
- A plan for handling, moving and drying the finished pieces
Worth knowing: Milling suitability depends on the species, condition, dimensions and access around the log.
Ask about custom millingPart of the job
The work around the work matters.
Good tree work includes what happens at the gate, on the ground and after the last branch comes down.
A site-specific look
We assess the tree and the property before recommending the work.
A clear quote
Scope, cleanup and optional work are set out before scheduling.
Care below
Access, buildings, gardens and neighbouring property are part of the plan.
Final cleanup
Brush and job debris are removed as included in the agreed scope.
Permits & arborist reports
Not sure what the City needs? Start with the tree, not the paperwork.
Sam can assess the tree, explain likely tree-removal permit requirements and prepare a Certified Arborist report when the municipality requires one.
Read about arborist reportsHow the work moves
From the first look to the final sweep.
You will know what we recommend, what is included and what the site should look like when we are finished.
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See the site
We look at the tree, access and what is happening around it.
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Choose the work
We explain the options, permits and recommended scope in plain language.
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Carry it out
The crew arrives with equipment and a plan suited to the property.
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Finish clean
We remove the agreed debris and walk the finished site before leaving.
Where we work
Based on Vancouver's West Side. Working across the Lower Mainland.
- Vancouver
- North Vancouver
- West Vancouver
- Burnaby
- Richmond
Before we visit
A few useful answers.
Every property is different. These are the practical questions that usually come up before a tree-service quote.
How do I know which service my tree needs?
You do not need to diagnose it before calling. Tell us what you are noticing or what you need the space to do. A site visit lets us look at the tree and recommend the most practical next step.
Does every tree removal need a permit or arborist report?
No. Requirements depend on the municipality, property, tree and reason for removal. We can flag the likely requirements after seeing the site and prepare a Certified Arborist report when one is needed.
Is stump grinding included with tree removal?
It can be added, but it is best treated as a clear line item so the grinding depth, accessible roots and handling of grindings match what you want to do with the area next.
What happens to the branches and wood?
Brush and job debris are removed as set out in the quote. If you want to keep firewood, trunk sections or material for custom milling, tell us before the work is scheduled so we can plan for it.
Can you work in a tight backyard?
Often, yes. Tight access changes the equipment, rigging and removal plan, which is why we look at gates, buildings, fences, gardens and lowering space during the site visit.
Is cleanup part of the job?
Yes. A thorough final cleanup is part of our work. Your quote will make clear what is being removed, what is staying and any special handling you requested.
Tell us what is happening
A branch over the roof? A stump in the way? A permit holding up the project?
Start with a site visit. We will look at the tree, talk through the options and quote the work that fits.