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Tree Removal in Toronto
Vista Tree provides full tree removal services in Toronto by professional arborists. We work with homeowners and businesses to remove unsafe trees, take out trees for construction, emergency tree removal, lot clearing, tree felling and more.
Considering cutting down a tree?
If you think your tree must come down, first call a certified arborist to get advice. Tree removal laws and bylaws are quite complex and strict, especially in the City of Toronto. A professional arborist in Toronto can tell you if your tree is healthy or dangerous and what to do about it.
Affordable Excellence
At Vista Tree, we’re committed to providing exceptional value to our clients.
Whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner, our tree services are tailored to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.
We provide options for tree care customized to your budget and discerning tastes.
Get rid of a Tree on Your Property
Large and Small Tree Removal
No tree is too big or too small for our comprehensive tree removal services. With precision and care, we safely remove trees of all sizes, utilizing industry-leading techniques and equipment to minimize impact on your property.
Trust us to handle your tree removal needs with professionalism and efficiency, leaving your surroundings pristine and your vision realized.
Remove or manage trees for Construction, Garden Suites and More
Construction Tree Removal
No matter what size your project, ensuring that it is done right is key. We provide Affordable Excellence – professional large tree removal services at competitive prices for building and development.
We work with new home buyers, homeowners, developers, architects, sub-trades and more to deliver fast and cost-effective construction tree removal so your project stays on track.
Build a Garden Suite or Laneway House
Hazard and Emergency Tree Removal
Dealing with damaged, rotting and dead trees is dangerous. It is especially dangerous to try to clean up storm damaged trees without professional assistance. Our arborists can assess the best way to remove a dangerous tree to keep your home and family safe.
Don’t put yourself at risk trying to clear dangerous trees yourself — contact Vista Tree now for your storm clearance needs and emergency tree removal needs.
Cut through ravine tree red tape
Crane Tree Removal
Removing a tree with a crane is not for the faint of heart! Sometimes, however, it is necessary. We can let you know whether a crane is needed, or will make a job more economical – or less.
Crane removals involve a lot of logistics and planning to go ahead without a hitch. Safety is also key – the bigger the job the more is at risk.
Vista Tree Management specializes in managing crane tree removals, from securing the permits to organizing the logistics, removing the tree to disposal of wood. We provide a fully managed and seamless process to ensure safety and success.
Arborist Reports for Unique Situations
Special Tree Removal – Lot Clearing, Estate Management, City Trees, Ravine Tree Removal and More
We provide specialty services outside the regular scope of tree removal. This includes tree felling, lot clearing, selective logging for forestry management, estate clearing and large estate tree maintenance. We also remove city trees (with permits), work in environmentally protected areas (with permits) and provide consulting on tree removal options for large and small projects.
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Tree Removal Knowledge Centre
Removing Trees in Toronto FAQ
What tree cutting or removal services do you provide?
Our tree felling and removing services include tree removal, shrub and hedge removal, felling, and emergency tree removal. We can remove trees of all shapes and sizes. We also do commercial tree removal for construction and renovation.
We are able to remove trees in tight spaces where felling the tree isn’t possible, using advanced techniques and equipment. This is challenging, precise work that only a professional arborist should undertake. When necessary, we use Spyder lifts, cranes and skid steers to make the removal process safe and efficient. No matter what technique we use, we do a meticulous clean of your property when we’re done.If your tree requires a permit, we will write the arborist report for you and submit the application on your behalf. Toronto tree removal bylaws require a permit to remove trees wider than 30 cm in diameter. That’s a trunk roughly the size of a telephone post at 4.5ft, for reference. Click to learn more about how to know when you need an arborist report.
Do I need an arborist report to remove my tree?
Toronto tree removal bylaws require a permit to remove trees wider than 30 cm in diameter. That’s a trunk roughly the size of a telephone post at 4.5ft, for reference. Click to learn more about how to know when you need an arborist report or read about our Arborist Report Service for Construction Arborist Reports, Tree Removal Permits, Garden Suites, Ravine Arborist reports and more.
Is your tree service near me?
We offer tree removal service in the city of Toronto, including York, East York, Scarborough, North York and Etobicoke. We offer service as far north as Stouffville and Markham, and as far east as Oshawa, Whitby, Pickering and Ajax. We have offices five minutes from downtown Toronto, in East York as well as a second office in Scarborough.
How can you help with removing my tree?
We can assess your tree’s health and determine the best way to care for your tree and property. If removing the tree is the right choice, our arborists will work to safely remove your tree. If your tree requires a permit before removal, we will handle getting it for you. Our arborists will assess the tree, write a report and manage the application on your behalf.
Our tree company is fully licensed, insured and staffed by Certified Arborists. We operate in the City of Toronto and neighbouring areas to provide tree felling and removal quickly, safely and efficiently. Learn more about our tree company here.
Why do trees need to be removed?
Most trees in Toronto are removed for construction, followed by the tree being hazardous. Tree hazards are not the same as tree problems. The risk a tree poses can only be assessed by a certified arborist trained in tree risk assessment. If you feel your tree is a risk, contact us to get a free assessment.
Storm damage is another common reason for trees to be removed. After a wind or ice storm, trees many have significant damage and may need to be removed for safety. Signs of risk include broken branches, cracks or splits, tree roots moving and significant changes to the tree after a storm.
If something is wrong with your tree, it may be a problem with how it has grown, or damage that occurred in the past. The best way to handle the tree problem is to have it assessed before it becomes a bigger issue.
My tree is dangerous, what should I do?
First, read our post about how to tell if your tree is dangerous. If the tree is small, it may be removed right away. If it is a large tree, however, you will have to get a permit to remove it. You are allowed to remove trees from your property without a permit only when it is an imminent hazard and the city grants an exemption.
For this application, you’ll need to prove the tree is at imminent risk of failure which means it could fall at any minute and is likely to harm someone or cause property damage. This threshold is very high. An arborist report can help you make the argument to the city that the tree needs to go. If the tree is entirely dead, no permit is required but proof must still be retained and submitted.
If your tree qualifies for an exemption as a hazardous tree or is dead (died naturally or destroyed in a storm), you’ll need to remove it as soon as possible. The maximum time allotted by the city is 72 hours after granting an exemption.
Since tree companies are generally very busy during summer and after storms, it is better to consult with an arborist before you contact the city. Since you’ll need to remove the tree on an emergency basis, it is better to have a tree removal company in place before you receive approval.
If your tree doesn’t receive an exemption, you can still remove it through the regular tree permit process.
What tree company should I choose?
When you’re searching for a tree company, getting a professional, locally owned option is tough. Big box companies aren’t local, and they don’t offer the high quality or customer service you need. On the other hand, how can you tell if a small, locally owned tree company is trustworthy? We have a list of the best tree removal companies in Toronto, and the best smaller, local tree removal companies as well.
Our tree removal service is fully insured. We are certified arborists with diplomas in Urban Arboriculture from Humber College, among many other credentials and certifications. We are a professional, family-owned business with employees located in the City of Toronto. We’re big enough to handle all your needs, and small enough to care about all the details deeply.
