Additional Resources for Trees in Saskatoon

Safety should be your top priority when hiring a tree service company. It protects your family, your property, and everyone on the job.

At Tree Removal Saskatoon, safety is part of every step. We barricade work areas to keep people and vehicles clear of falling debris. Our team uses professional rigging and slinging techniques to lower large tree sections in a controlled way. Every crew member wears full protective gear, including hard hats, face shields, cut-resistant chainsaw pants, safety boots, and harnesses.

There are no shortcuts and no exceptions. When you hire Tree Removal Saskatoon, you are choosing a team that treats your safety as seriously as the work itself.

Unlike medicine or engineering, arboriculture has no single governing body controlling who can call themselves a professional. Anyone can claim the title — which means you need to ask the right questions before hiring.

In Canada, the most recognized credential is a Certified Arborist designation through the ISA — the International Society of Arboriculture. This requires passing a comprehensive exam and ongoing education to maintain. A step further is becoming a Registered Consulting Arborist through ASCA — the American Society of Consulting Arborists — which involves advanced training in tree assessment and risk management. Additional certifications are also available through Arboriculture Canada Training and Education schools.

Always ask your tree service provider what certifications they hold before work begins. A qualified professional will have no hesitation providing proof. At Tree Removal Saskatoon, our arborists hold recognized industry certifications — giving you confidence the job will be done correctly and safely.

Wildlife protection is a genuine consideration when removing or pruning trees in Saskatoon — and one that many homeowners overlook until it is too late.

Certain species of bats and birds found in Saskatoon are legally protected and cannot be disturbed, relocated, or harmed without proper authorization. The Big Brown Bat is the most common bat species in the area and can often be found roosting in old trees, hollow trunks, or dense canopies. Disturbing an active roost — even unintentionally during tree removal — can result in legal consequences.

From July to August, bat pups remain in the roost and relocation is not permitted during this period. If work is planned during these months, the tree must be inspected for inhabitants before removal begins.

A knowledgeable tree service provider will identify protected species during their initial assessment and advise you on the appropriate steps and timeline before any work proceeds. At Tree Removal Saskatoon we factor wildlife considerations into every job assessment — it is part of doing the work responsibly.

Before any work begins, a professional tree service company should give you a clear timeline — not just a price. Duration affects your schedule, your neighbours, and in some cases the outcome of the work itself.

Several factors can influence how long a job takes. Equipment requirements, site preparation, and proximity to structures all add time. Wildlife considerations can also affect timing — if a protected species is found roosting in a tree scheduled for removal, work may need to be delayed until it is safe and legal to proceed.

Seasonal timing matters too. A knowledgeable arborist will advise you on the best time of year to carry out trimming and pruning to minimize stress on your trees and maximize results. Rushing a job at the wrong time of year can do more harm than good.

At Tree Removal Saskatoon we provide a clear scope of work, honest timelines, and upfront communication about anything that could affect your schedule before we start.

Two of the most damaging practices in the tree service industry are topping and spike climbing — and unfortunately both are still used by uninformed or careless operators.

Topping is the act of cutting off the top of a tree to dramatically reduce its height. While it may seem like a quick fix for an overgrown tree, topping destroys the tree’s natural structure, leaves large open wounds vulnerable to disease and rot, and in many cases leads to the tree’s early death. It is never a recommended practice and Tree Removal Saskatoon does not top trees under any circumstances.

Spike climbing — where an arborist wears boots fitted with metal spikes to aid climbing — causes dozens of open puncture wounds in the bark with every step. These wounds invite disease, fungi, and insect infestation, significantly shortening the life of an otherwise healthy tree. Professional arborists use non-invasive climbing techniques and equipment that protect the tree throughout the process.

Before hiring any tree service company in Saskatoon, ask directly whether they top trees or use spike boots for trimming and pruning work. The answer will tell you everything you need to know.