Forest City Tree Trimming has been serving London and the surrounding area since 2012, bringing ISA Certified Arborist expertise to the mature hardwood canopy that defines this community. From silver maple and Norway maple lining the older wards to ash trees still recovering from emerald ash borer damage, we know the trees that grow here and the challenges they face.
Whether you need routine trimming, emergency storm removal, stump grinding or a detailed arborist report to support a permit application with the City of London, our crews handle the work safely and leave your property clean. Call us at (548) 708-7545 for a free estimate, or read on to learn how we work in the N6A 4L9 postal code and beyond.
Our Expertise Across London and the Surrounding Area
London's landscape is shaped by its mature hardwoods, ravine lots with steep access challenges, and the legacy of ash removal still underway in post-war neighbourhoods. We specialise in the species that thrive here: silver and sugar maple, red and white oak, birch, Norway spruce, black locust, and the cedar hedges that line nearly every property boundary. Our arborists understand the freeze-thaw cycles that stress older trees, the windstorms and ice storms that split limbs or fell trunks, and the specific approach distances required near private electrical service entrances.
Since 2012, we have worked on tight backyards accessible only through a standard gate, navigated ravine terrain, and managed the regulatory landscape of the City of London and surrounding municipalities. Many of our clients rely on us to prepare arborist reports that support permit applications, assess emerald ash borer risk, or diagnose disease before a tree becomes unsafe. We are fully insured and our arborists hold ISA certification, so you can trust the work and the documentation.
Our services in London
- Tree Removal in London · Full removals in tight lots and open ground alike, taken down in sections with…
- Tree Trimming in London · Our ISA-certified crews trim residential trees across the London area: deadwood…
- Tree Pruning & Crown Reduction in London · Structural work on the framework: crown reduction, thinning and rebalancing of…
- 24/7 Emergency Tree Removal in London · Rapid response after freezing rain, a lake-effect snow squall or a summer…
- Stump Grinding in London · Grinding the stump below grade with a purpose-built grinder, then backfilling…
- Full Stump Removal in London · Full excavation of the stump and root plate where the ground is being rebuilt…
- Hedge & Cedar Hedge Trimming in London · Trimming residential cedar hedges on one or both faces, levelling the top and…
- Tree Cabling & Bracing in London · Flexible cabling and bracing on trees with weak unions or a cracked scaffold…
- Emerald Ash Borer Assessment in London · Emerald ash borer is well established across the London area and the movement…
- Ash Tree Removal in London · An ash killed by the borer turns brittle quickly and becomes dangerous to…
- Wood Chipping in London · On-site chipping of brush from our work or from your own cutting. Chips can be…
- Low Branch Removal in London · Clearing low limbs over driveways, roofs, parking pads and private service…
- Trees Near Hydro Lines in London · Clearing branches interfering with the private service entrance between the…
- Fruit Tree Pruning in London · Pruning garden and small-orchard apple, pear and plum trees: opening the…
- Tree Planting in London · Species selection suited to this Carolinian pocket of south-western Ontario…
- Land Clearing in London · Partial or full clearing of residential lots, field edges and rural driveways…
- Tree Disease Diagnosis in London · On-site examination of a declining tree: crown condition, bark, root collar and…
- Arborist Report & Risk Assessment in London · A written report on a tree's condition and the risk it carries, used for…
How a Tree Care Visit Works in London
First, we listen. You describe what you need: a limb hanging over your house, a declining ash you want assessed, a cedar hedge overgrown, or an emergency removal after a storm. We ask about access, nearby structures, and any permit concerns. For most work, we offer a free estimate on site within 24 hours.
Second, we plan the work carefully. If the City of London may require a permit for a private tree removal, we can prepare or support an arborist report to strengthen your application. We confirm approach distances to any hydro lines and private service entrances. We discuss timing: dormancy from late fall to late winter is ideal for structural pruning and removals, while cedar hedge trimming works best in late spring and summer. For emerald ash borer injection, late spring to early summer is the window.
Third, our crews execute the work and leave your property clean. We chip wood on site if needed, grind stumps down, remove debris, and restore the area. You get a clear invoice and, if required for insurance or municipal purposes, documentation of what was done.
Pricing depends on tree size, species, access, and urgency. Routine trimming starts from $275, crown reduction and pruning from $245, stump grinding from $95, and hedge trimming from $85. Emerald ash borer assessment, tree removal, full stump removal, tree cabling and bracing, arborist reports, and land clearing are quoted individually because site conditions in the London area vary widely. A ravine lot with steep terrain, a tree overhanging a garage, or a mature oak in a tight backyard each present different challenges. We always provide a free estimate before any work begins. Emergency removals are available 24/7 year-round, with priority response during ice storms and summer windstorms.
🌳 ISA Certified Arborists — fully insured service in London.
