Emergency Tree Service in Scarborough
We provide 24/7 emergency tree service throughout Scarborough. When a tree falls across your driveway after a summer storm, a large limb tears off in a wind gust and lands on your fence, or a silver maple splits at the crotch and is leaning toward your house, call us at (437) 367-8733. We dispatch to all Scarborough neighbourhoods including Guildwood, Cliffcrest, West Hill, Highland Creek, Agincourt, Malvern, Birchcliff, Cliffside, Bendale and Woburn.
Emergency tree work in situations involving immediate risk to people or property is exempt from the standard Chapter 813 permit requirement. Our arborist documents the hazard condition on arrival to create a clear record of the circumstances, which supports the emergency exemption in the event of any subsequent review by the City of Toronto Urban Forestry department.
Emergency Situations We Handle in Scarborough
- Trees fallen across driveways, roads and access routes
- Trees fallen onto structures, vehicles, fences and outbuildings
- Large broken or hanging limbs suspended above occupied areas
- Storm-split trunks with sections leaning toward structures
- Uprooted trees on sloped ravine-adjacent lots
- Post-storm assessments to identify non-obvious secondary hazards
Our Emergency Response Process
When you call our emergency line, our dispatcher takes the address and situation details, notifies the on-call crew and gives you an estimated arrival window. On arrival, our lead arborist conducts a full hazard assessment before any cutting begins. We identify all failure points, check for secondary lean, assess utility involvement and determine the safest work sequence. This step takes minutes but is critical to safe outcomes, particularly on large storm-damaged trees that can behave unpredictably.
For trees in contact with or close to Toronto Hydro lines, we stop before any work begins and advise on the correct process for engaging the utility. We do not work on or near energized lines under any circumstances. Once the utility has confirmed the situation is safe to proceed, we complete the tree work.
After the Immediate Hazard Is Cleared
Once the emergency work is done, we provide a written account of the work performed and the hazard conditions that were present. If the full removal of the damaged tree requires a Chapter 813 permit, we advise on the process and can prepare and file the application. We also walk the property with you after clearing the emergency and point out any other trees that show storm damage or structural concerns that should be addressed before the next weather event. Scarborough's mature residential canopy carries real storm risk, and a proactive assessment after one emergency often prevents the next one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is emergency tree removal in Scarborough exempt from Chapter 813?
Yes. Chapter 813 includes a provision for situations where a tree poses immediate danger to persons or property. Our arborist documents the specific hazard conditions on arrival, which establishes the factual basis for the emergency exemption. We advise on the specific circumstances at each site.
What if the fallen tree is touching the power line?
Do not approach any tree in contact with power lines. Call 911 first if there is an immediate life safety risk, then call Toronto Hydro to report the contact. We will arrive and coordinate with the utility before doing any work near the line. We do not work on or near energized conductors under any circumstances, and we will not allow our crew to approach an unsafe line situation regardless of urgency.
Will homeowner insurance cover emergency tree removal in Scarborough?
Most standard homeowner policies cover removal costs when a tree has fallen on an insured structure such as a house, garage or fence. Removal of a tree that has fallen in the open yard without striking an insured structure is typically not covered. We provide detailed written invoices suitable for insurance claims. Check your specific policy for the exact coverage terms.
Is a large dead branch hanging over my yard a true emergency?
A large dead limb hanging directly over an occupied area, a play structure, a vehicle or a path people use regularly is a genuine hazard that warrants priority response. A dead branch in a less trafficked area of the canopy, while it should be addressed soon, may not require after-hours response. Call us and describe the situation. We will tell you honestly whether it should be treated as an emergency or can be safely scheduled as a priority pruning job.
How quickly do you respond to emergencies in Scarborough?
For isolated single-property emergencies outside of major storm events, we typically arrive within two to four hours of your call. During active storms and the immediate post-storm period when call volume is high, we triage by hazard severity. We give you an honest estimate of arrival time when you call and update you if circumstances change.
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We serve all of Scarborough including Guildwood, Cliffcrest, West Hill, Highland Creek, Agincourt, Malvern, Scarborough Village, Woburn, Birchcliff, Cliffside, Bendale and Wexford. Our certified arborist visits your property, confirms permit requirements and provides a firm written quote before any work begins.