Tree Removal Specialists · Muskoka & Collingwood
Tree removal,
done right
Tricky Trees LTD is a professional tree removal and tree service company serving cottages, homes and job sites across Muskoka, Huntsville, Collingwood and the Blue Mountains — accountable crews, scheduled appointments, and a clean job every time.
Why property owners call us
Accountable tree removal & tree care across Muskoka and Georgian Bay
Cottage owners, retirees and contractors call us because we do what we say. We book real appointments, our crew is professional and tidy, and we stand behind every job.
We keep appointments
Book a time that works for your schedule and your season—and count on us to be there. No vanishing acts.
Professional crew
A skilled, respectful, safety-focused team that treats your property like it’s their own from arrival to cleanup.
Fully accountable
Clear estimates, honest advice, and a clean finish. If we quote it, we own it—start to finish.
Insured & certified
Cleared to work anywhere — homes, cottages & commercial sites
We carry $5 million in liability insurance and maintain an active WSIB clearance certificate — so we’re approved to work for condominium corporations, commercial contracts and townships, as well as private property owners.
$5M liability insurance
Comprehensive coverage on every job, so your property and your board are fully protected.
Active WSIB clearance
An up-to-date WSIB clearance certificate is available on request for your records.
Condo, commercial & townships
Fully approved for condominium corporations, commercial contracts and municipal work.
The bread & butter
Tree removal is our specialty
From hazardous pines leaning over the cottage to dead trees crowding your shoreline, tree removal is the core of our business—and where our crew shines.
- Hazardous, dead and storm-damaged trees
- Crane-assisted, tight-access and near-structure removals
- Careful rigging to protect what’s around the tree
- Full cleanup and haul-away when we’re finished
Our specialty
We specialize in crane-assisted tree removal
When a tree is too big, too damaged, or too close to a house, cottage or hydro line to climb and rig safely, a crane is the answer — and it’s where we shine.
Crane work lets us lift heavy limbs and whole tree sections straight up and away from what’s below, with no risk of dropping wood on a roof, deck or shoreline. It’s faster, safer, and far easier on your property than a conventional takedown — ideal for tight lots, steep terrain and hazardous trees.
- Large, hazardous & storm-damaged trees
- Removals over homes, cottages & structures
- Tight-access lots, shorelines & steep terrain
- Faster, safer, and easier on your property
What we do
Complete tree care, from canopy to stump
Everything from taking a tree down to grinding the stump and stacking the firewood—one accountable crew for the whole job. Tree removal is our specialty.
Our specialty
Tree Removal
Tree removal is the heart of what we do. Whether it’s a towering pine leaning over your cottage, a dead ash by the driveway, or a stand of trees crowding your shoreline, our crew removes it safely and cleanly. When access is tight or the stakes are high, we bring in the crane. We assess every job first, plan the drop or rigging, protect what’s around it, and leave your property tidy when we’re done.
- Hazardous & dead tree removal
- Storm-damaged & leaning trees
- Crane-assisted & tight-access removals
- Full cleanup and haul-away
Health & structure
Tree Pruning
Good pruning is about knowing exactly what to cut and what to leave. Our arborists prune for tree health, structure and safety—removing deadwood, reducing risk, and improving light and views without harming the tree.
- Deadwood & hazard reduction
- Crown thinning & shaping
- Young-tree structural pruning
- View & light improvement
Clearance & tidiness
Tree Trimming
Trimming keeps branches off your roof, out of your driveway and clear of walkways. It’s the regular upkeep that keeps a property safe, tidy and easy to enjoy.
- Clearance from homes & cottages
- Driveway & walkway trimming
- Seasonal tidy-ups
- Overgrowth control
Build & reclaim
Lot Clearing
Planning to build, expand, or reclaim overgrown land? We clear lots and building sites efficiently—working with contractors and property owners to open up space while protecting the trees you want to keep.
- Building & construction sites
- Shoreline & view clearing
- Brush & undergrowth removal
- Contractor-friendly scheduling
Finish the job
Stump Grinding
Once a tree is down, the stump is often the last thing in your way. We grind stumps below grade so you can replant, lay sod, or finish your landscaping without an eyesore left behind.
- Below-grade grinding
- Any size stump
- Cleanup of grindings
- Ready-to-replant finish
Split & ready
Firewood Sales
We sell quality firewood cut and split from our work across the region. Great for the cottage fireplace, the backyard fire pit, or getting through a Muskoka winter. Availability varies—call to ask what we have on hand.
- Seasoned hardwood
- Cottage & home quantities
- Local delivery options
- Call for current availability
Documentation
Arborist Reports
Sometimes you need it in writing. We provide professional arborist reports for tree permits, insurance claims, real estate transactions and municipal requirements—clear documentation you can hand to your township, insurer or lawyer.
- Tree permit applications
- Insurance & claims documentation
- Real estate & development
- Municipal & township requirements
On the job
Recent tree removal & tree work across Muskoka & Georgian Bay
Real jobs, real crew—from tall spar removals beside cottages to shoreline cleanups and crane-assisted takedowns.
Where we work
Serving Muskoka & the Collingwood area
Based in Thornbury, we cover the cottage country and the escarpment. Don’t see your town? Give us a call—we likely cover it.
Huntsville
Huntsville and surrounding Muskoka communities
Muskoka Lakes
Muskoka Lakes Township and the big three lakes
Port Carling
Port Carling and the surrounding Muskoka Lakes area
Muskoka
The greater Muskoka region
Thornbury
Thornbury, Clarksburg and the Beaver Valley
Collingwood
Collingwood and surrounding area
The Blue Mountains
The Blue Mountains and Georgian Bay shoreline
In their words
Trusted by property managers & cottage owners
Real feedback from the people who rely on Neal and the crew across Muskoka and Georgian Bay.
Who we are
A tree company you can hold to your word
Tricky Trees LTD was built on a simple idea: show up, do professional work, and stand behind it. We’re based in Thornbury and work across Muskoka and the Georgian Bay region.
Led by Neal Bertin, with more than 20 years in the trees, our crew is trusted by property managers and cottage owners from Parry Sound to Haliburton. We carry $5 million in liability insurance and maintain an active WSIB clearance certificate, so we’re cleared to work for condo corporations, commercial contracts and townships as well as private homes. Cottage owners, retirees and contractors don’t want to chase a tree service around—they want someone who answers the phone, books a real appointment, gives an honest quote, and does exactly what was agreed on. That’s the standard we hold ourselves to, right down to the final cleanup.
Get in touch
Book your free tree removal estimate
The fastest way to reach us is a phone call. Prefer we call you? Fill out the form and we’ll be in touch.
- Email: trickytrees.ltd@gmail.com
- Location: 10–59 King St E, Thornbury, ON
- Areas: Huntsville, Port Carling, Muskoka Lakes, Muskoka, Thornbury, Collingwood, The Blue Mountains
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Get a fast, free tree removal estimate
Tell us about your trees and we’ll book an appointment that works for you. The quickest way to reach us is a phone call.
705-571-9800