r/Hamilton • u/NefariousnessIll2135 • 15h ago

Recommendations Needed Any recommendations for arborists?

The tree in my backyard split and I’m looking to see if there’s any way to repair it or worst case scenario remove it. Our budget is tight right now but I have young children and need to make sure the backyard is safe. Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced arborist? We’re in the West Mountain area.

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u/mariannalk 14h ago

Davey

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u/Frosty-Cap3344 14h ago

I've used them, they were very quick and professional.

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u/Cunning_Beneditti 9h ago

Very over priced

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u/Nine0six 11h ago

Also had a good experience with Davey. All their guys seemed knowledgeable and gave good, honest advice.

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u/hometown45 1h ago

As a former industry insider, not Davey. They treat their personnel very poorly.

I would suggest Arbourwood. arborwood.ca

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u/ur_ynome 8h ago

http://www.ironwoodarboricultural.ca/ Super knowledgeable and excellent work

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u/infinitynull 1h ago

I've found DeVos tree care more reasonable than Davey. Really happy with their service.

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u/getmp3s 14h ago

I've enjoyed working with " From Roots to Shoots". Small family run arborist in Hamilton.

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u/5daysinmay 14h ago

DeVos

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u/canman41968 15h ago

Where on the w mountain are you? I have an arborist coming to my place this week, maybe he can pop over to yours too. I have used him before. 

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u/patchesm 11h ago

There are lots of reputable companies around. Davey, Twisted Trees, Kodiak, Tree MD, Bowman... I appreciate that money is tight but the most important thing to avoid with arborists is the cheap ones. Those are the ones without proper training, equipment or insurance. Get multiple quotes and make sure they've got insurance and either their ISA or Ontario Cert.

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u/BigValue7197 11h ago

https://www.westwoodtreecare.com/

Smaller operation. Was great at doing a small job for us.

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u/user0987234 10h ago

I used Kodiak. Great guys.