Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Tree Care Services in High River, Alberta
Founded in 1989, Somerset Tree Service Ltd. has established itself as a trusted leader in arboriculture, dedicated to preserving and enhancing tree health across the Foothills region. Spearheaded by ISA Certified Arborist Art Cox, our team combines over 50 years of collective experience with rigorous ongoing education to deliver exceptional tree care solutions. We specialize in precision pruning, plant health diagnostics, and safe tree removal, utilizing industry-leading techniques and equipment to address both urban and natural challenges. Our commitment to safety, technical excellence, and environmental stewardship ensures every project meets the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. Through continuous professional development and adherence to ISA-approved practices, we maintain the expertise necessary to tackle even the most complex tree care scenarios.From routine maintenance to emergency storm response, our services are designed to protect property values while safeguarding the ecological integrity of your landscape. As a family-owned business deeply rooted in the High River community, we prioritize personalized service and transparent communication. Our staff holds multiple certifications in aerial operations, chainsaw safety, and pest management, ensuring comprehensive capabilities for residential and commercial clients alike. By integrating advanced arboricultural science with practical field experience, we provide tailored solutions that extend tree longevity and mitigate risks. This unwavering dedication to professional excellence has made us the region's premier choice for comprehensive tree care services.
Services
Tree Pruning
Plant Health Care
Tree Removal
Deep Root Fertilization
Storm Damage Repair
Hazard Assessment
Tree Cabling
Hedge Shaping
Insect Diagnosis
Disease Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of ISA-certified arboriculture expertise
- Comprehensive training in aerial rescue and safety operations
- Specialized knowledge of prairie climate tree species
- Proven track record in complex tree removals
- Continuous professional development through industry conferences
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
- Arboriculture Canada Training Program
- Alberta Pesticide Applicator License
- St. John Ambulance Emergency First Aid Certification
Services
Tree Pruning
Our ISA-certified arborists perform precision pruning using industry-approved techniques to enhance tree structure and health. We systematically remove deadwood, diseased branches, and structural weaknesses while addressing environmental constraints. This proactive approach prevents property damage and extends tree lifespan through proper growth patterning.
Plant Health Care
Specialized diagnostics identify tree pests and diseases affecting prairie species. Our licensed applicators implement targeted treatments using biological, cultural, or chemical methods. Deep root fertilization services restore soil nutrients to combat stress in harsh climates, with customized maintenance programs ensuring long-term vitality.
Tree Removal
When preservation isn't feasible, our team executes safe removals using advanced rigging systems and heavy equipment. We handle hazardous trees with specialized safety protocols, including crane operations for large specimens. Complete site cleanup includes stump removal and debris management with options for material retention.
Storm Damage Repair
Emergency response teams address storm-damaged trees with priority on safety hazards. We perform structural assessments to determine salvageability, implementing cabling systems or partial removals where possible. Rapid debris clearance restores property access while minimizing further landscape disruption.
Hazard Assessment
Comprehensive evaluations identify structural weaknesses and disease progression in urban trees. Our certified arborists use integrated risk assessment protocols to determine failure probabilities. Detailed reports guide clients on mitigation strategies, including pruning schedules or removal recommendations to prevent property damage.
People
Art Cox
Owner/Operator
ISA Certified Arborist with 25+ years experience in prairie tree care. Holds Landscape Gardening Apprenticeship certification from Olds College. Specializes in local tree species diagnostics and preservation techniques. Continuously updates skills through ISA Prairie Chapter conferences.
Questions
What tree services do you offer?
We provide complete arboriculture services including pruning, health diagnostics, removals, fertilization, storm damage repair, and hazard assessments using ISA-approved methods.
Are your arborists certified?
Our team includes two ISA Certified Arborists and staff with multiple safety certifications from Arboriculture Canada and Olds College training programs.
Do you handle emergency tree situations?
Yes, we offer emergency response for storm-damaged or hazardous trees with specialized equipment and safety protocols.
What areas do you service?
Primarily serving High River and the Foothills region, with capabilities extending to surrounding Alberta communities.
How do you handle large tree removals?
We use cranes, rigging systems, and specialized equipment for safe removal of large or hazardous trees with minimal property impact.
Can you help prevent tree diseases?
Our plant health care program includes regular inspections, targeted treatments, and fertilization to prevent and manage tree diseases effectively.
Reviews (1)
Ian D.
Nov 20, 2017
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Fantastic service, efficient , knowledge and helpful. The guys gave me a quote and recommendations, came out a few weeks later to complete the job...were quick , SAFE - full health and safety equipment (no cutting corners like some companies) Full insurance, and an amazing clean up after the job of two trees removed...to make the yard like new almost. If you need any tree work...Pruning, removal or just professional help ...look no further than Art at Somerset tree Services.
