Expert Tree Removal & Stump Grinding Services in Oakville, ON

It depends on the type of tree, time of year and what your objectives are. Most trees can be pruned year round if you do not take into account flowering and fruit production. Flowering trees that will need some kind of canopy reduction should be pruned after they flower. Pruning prior to flowering will reduce flowering and fruit production.

We have a great relationship with the cities and towns that we work. As requirements may vary, you should check with your local council, or call us, as we are happy to advise you and help with the necessary paperwork if any.

To make sure that people remain outside of the danger areas identified by Storybook is a shared responsibility. Failure to follow our instructions could result in injury to yourself or tree workers. We will check for hazards prior to commencing work. If however you are aware of any dangers on your property that could cause harm, you should advise Storybook. This could be that there is an underground tank, underground services such as gas, electricity or plumbing near the trees.

The tree industry is somewhat invisible and misunderstood, especially the pricing procedure. If you asked three companies to evaluate your trees you'll probably get three different recommendations and three different prices. Even if you have a defined objective, such as removing a tree, you will still get a large variance in price. Most legitimate companies price their work based on the number of man hours the job will take, the equipment needed to perform the job properly, disposal cost, material cost and the degree of difficulty. Extremely dangerous jobs are generally bid higher due to unforeseen conditions that may delay completion of the work. Some jobs may have extensive landscape of the trees, stone patios or art work which will require the technician to carefully lower limbs which will extend the time it takes to complete the job

Yes we offer Arborists reports; irreversible tree damage is best avoided if preservation or removal is built into the design of a project. Architects and engineers often don't know the effects their designs will have on trees. Consulting Arborists first can prevent the loss of a tree that is a valuable asset to a property.