Tree removal
Tree removal is the process of safely dismantling and cutting a tree down to ground level. Due to the inherent risks involved, this operation must be performed by experts using specialized techniques and equipment.
When is removal necessary?
Municipalities are increasingly regulating tree removal. Generally, it is permitted when a tree is:
- Dead or severely declining.
- Hazardous: Posing an immediate threat to people or structures.
- Diseased: Irreversibly infected by pathogens or pests.
- Damaging Property: Causing structural damage to foundations.
Note that tree removal (cutting down a tree) is increasingly regulated by cities.
In dense urban environments, space is often limited. Our arborists specialize in precision dismantling using advanced rigging systems to lower sections safely, protecting your home, pool, and landscaping. We meticulously assess factors such as wood density, lean, and structural integrity before every job.
To complete the process, we offer professional stump grinding. Whether for aesthetics, safety, or to prepare the site for new landscaping, removing the stump prevents regrowth and leaves your property clean and ready for its next chapter.
Land Clearing
While less common in urban areas, we are fully equipped to handle larger-scale land clearing for property redevelopment or construction projects, always respecting local environmental bylaws.
« It took the tree many years to become what it is. Removing it marks the death of a vital element of nature, so we suggest replanting life. »
Services offered
Évaluation
- Tree analysis
- Verification of your municipality's regulations
- Determination of felling procedures
Ground felling
- Clear and secure the drop zone
- Fell a tree using a notch at its base
- Cut the remaining trunk down to the ground
Controlled felling
- Clear and secure the work area
- Fell a tree in several sections, controlling their descent
- Cut the remaining trunk down to the ground
Arboquébec can professionally handle tree removal in Longueuil and on Montreal's South Shore at very competitive prices. Contact us without delay, a qualified arborist will gladly assist you.