SIMCOECOUNTY'S#1 RATEDTREE SERVICE

Yes. Axe & Wedge Tree Works Ltd. carries comprehensive general liability insurance ($5 million+) and WSIB coverage for all crew members. We are members of both the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) and TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association), which require ongoing education and adherence to the highest industry standards. We're happy to provide proof of insurance before any work begins.

Absolutely. All quotes are completely free and come with no obligation whatsoever. We schedule an on-site visit so our arborist can assess the trees in person and provide an accurate, written estimate. We don't do drive-by or phone quotes for tree work — there are too many variables that affect safety and pricing. Most quotes are scheduled within 2–3 business days.

We maintain 24/7 emergency coverage for situations involving imminent risk to people or property. For genuine emergencies — a tree on your house, a tree blocking a road, or a dangerous situation following a storm — we aim to have a crew on-site within a few hours. During major storm events when we're managing high call volumes, wait times may be longer, but we triage by urgency and always respond as quickly as possible.

We serve all of Simcoe County and surrounding regions, including Barrie, Collingwood, Midland, Penetanguishene, Orillia, Wasaga Beach, Tiny Township, Springwater, Severn, Oro-Medonte, Innisfil, Georgian Bay, Honey Harbour, Port Severn, Victoria Harbour, Waubaushene, Wyevale, and select Muskoka projects. Contact us to confirm service to your location.

Yes, complete cleanup is included in all our tree services. We chip all brush and small debris on-site, and all logs, stumps (if grinding is included), and wood chips are removed from your property unless you request otherwise. Many clients ask us to leave the wood chips as mulch, which we're happy to do. We rake the area and leave your property as clean — or cleaner — than we found it.

Stump grinding uses a rotating cutting wheel with carbide teeth to physically chip the stump into wood chips and sawdust, grinding it down 8–12 inches below the soil surface. This is deep enough for lawn restoration, planting, or paving over the site. The main lateral roots will remain in the ground and decay naturally over the years, but they won't interfere with typical use of the area. For projects requiring full root removal (such as poured concrete), we offer root grubbing as an additional service.

For most deciduous trees, late winter (February through early April) is the ideal pruning window — trees are dormant, pests and pathogens are inactive, and the crew has better visibility without leaves. That said, deadwooding and hazard pruning can and should be done year-round as needed; waiting until the 'right season' to address a dangerous dead limb is never recommended. Some species like oaks and elms should specifically avoid summer pruning to prevent disease entry. Our arborists will advise on the best timing for your specific trees.

Common warning signs include: large dead branches in the crown, a significant lean that has developed recently, cracks or splits in the main trunk or major limbs, fungal growth (mushrooms or conks) at the base or on the trunk, hollow cavities in the trunk, roots that appear damaged or disturbed, and a history of branch failures. If you notice any of these signs, it's worth having a qualified arborist assess the tree before the next windstorm. We offer complimentary hazard assessments as part of our quote process.

Yes. We partner with Financeit to offer flexible payment plans for larger projects — everything from tree removals to lot clearing and crane work. You can finance from $100 to $100,000 with no hidden fees, transparent terms, and fast pre-qualification that won't impact your credit score. Monthly installment options are available. Ask us about financing when you receive your quote, or visit our contact page to get started.