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Storm and tree damage in Windsor

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Windsor's tree work is shaped by two things: a municipal rule and a record of winter storms. City-owned trees are protected by City by-laws 135-2004 and 131-2019, and their removal must be approved by authorized City of Windsor arborists. Weather adds pressure too. After an ice storm in the Chatham, Kent and Essex areas, CBC reported about 20,000 customers still without power, and the storm also downed trees and knocked out power to thousands in Windsor. The area also averages 139.8 cm of snow a year, with January the snowiest month. For you, this means checking who owns the tree before anyone cuts it. If it stands on City property, a crew cannot simply remove it; the City's arborists must approve first. For a fallen or hanging tree near wires, ask whether the crew will wait for the utility to deal with the lines. Ask for a written quote that names the work, the clean-up and the disposal of debris, and ask for proof of insurance before work begins.

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Before you hire

  1. For a tree near power lines, call your utility first: only a utility-certified arborist should work within 3 m of the wires.

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  2. Ask which permits the job needs and who will get them; your municipal building department can tell you before work starts.

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  3. Ask about liability insurance and workers’ compensation cover before anyone works on your roof or property.

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Questions about hiring in Windsor

Can I have a City-owned tree removed in Windsor?

Not on your own. City-owned trees in Windsor are protected by City by-laws 135-2004 and 131-2019, and removal must be approved by authorized City of Windsor arborists. If you are unsure whether a tree is the City's, ask the City before you book any crew. City of Windsor (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a written quote for storm and tree work include?

It should name the address, the exact work (removal, pruning, cleanup or roof repair), whether stump grinding and debris hauling are included, the start date, and who carries insurance. Ask for it in writing so you can compare quotes line by line.

Is storm damage in Windsor a real risk, or just a rare event?

It happens. After an ice storm in the Chatham, Kent and Essex areas, CBC reported that the storm downed trees and knocked out power to thousands in Windsor. Heavy ice can bring down limbs onto roofs and lines, so it helps to know who to call before a storm. CBC News (source, opens in a new tab)

How do I compare quotes from different tree crews?

Compare like with like: the scope of work, cleanup, disposal, insurance coverage and timing. Be careful with a quote that is vague or asks for full payment up front. Ask each crew how they would handle any wires or a roof near the tree.

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