Business Details
27 Years
experience
Emergency
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Expert Tree Crane Traffic Marine Services
Founded in 1999, Action Tree Service has established itself as a leader in high-risk, high-complexity operations across the Okanagan region. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with cutting-edge equipment to deliver safe, efficient solutions in tree management, crane operations, marine transport, and traffic control. As the only crane-assisted tree removal specialists in Canada, we integrate ISA-certified arborists with a proprietary fleet of hydraulic cranes to tackle projects others deem impossible.Our commitment to WorkSafeBC-certified practices and a 26-year lost-time injury-free record demonstrates our unwavering focus on safety for workers, clients, and communities. With $5M+ liability coverage and real-time hazard monitoring systems, we provide single-source solutions for residential, commercial, and municipal clients. Our cross-company coordination ensures seamless execution of projects requiring multiple specialized services, from post-wildfire recovery to infrastructure upgrades.
Services
Tree Removal
Crane Services
Marine Transport
Traffic Management
Stump Grinding
Boat Hauling
FireSmart Landscaping
Lift Planning
Emergency Response
Lot Clearing
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 26 years of experience with zero lost-time injuries
- Own fleet of hydraulic cranes (28-110 ton capacity)
- Only Canadian company permitted to lift arborists by crane
- Integrated multi-service solutions for complex projects
- WorkSafeBC-certified practices with $5M+ liability coverage
Associations and certifications
- WorkSafeBC
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
What people say
Creative method of removing trees
Expertly secured then whisked overhead
Great teamwork and fantastic job
Fairly priced and pleased with outcome
Safe and reliable operations
Services
Tree Removal
As Okanagan's only crane-assisted tree removal specialists, we combine ISA-certified arborists with hydraulic lift cranes to safely remove hazardous trees. Our method minimizes environmental impact while ensuring complete removal of unstable or diseased trees. We handle projects ranging from residential properties to large-scale municipal wildfire mitigation efforts.
Crane Services
Our fleet of hydraulic truck cranes (28-110 ton capacity) supports construction, industrial, and arboriculture projects. Certified operators execute precision lifts for HVAC systems, bridge components, and complex tree removals while maintaining strict safety protocols and WorkSafeBC compliance standards across all operations.
Marine Transport
Action Marine specializes in secure boat transportation between Okanagan, Shuswap, Vancouver Island, and Kootenay waterways. Our insured services include lake-to-lake transfers, moorage swaps, and winterization storage with professionally trained crews handling permits and logistics for stress-free boat relocation.
Traffic Management
We provide 24/7 traffic control solutions using automated flagging devices and truck-mounted attenuators. Our MOTI-certified team manages emergency response, construction zones, and special events with a perfect safety record across 250+ annual projects without traffic-related incidents.
Stump Grinding
Our stump grinding service removes problematic stumps after tree removal, restoring land usability. Using specialized equipment, we grind stumps below ground level while maintaining minimal disruption to surrounding landscapes, preparing sites for replanting or development projects.
People
Tony
Owner
With over 26 years in the industry, Tony founded Action Tree Services in 1999 and expanded it into the Action Tree Service conglomerate. He pioneered crane-assisted tree removal methods that revolutionized Okanagan's arboriculture practices while maintaining an impeccable safety record.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We operate throughout the Okanagan Valley, Vancouver Island, Shuswap, and Kootenay regions of British Columbia.
Are you available for emergency services?
Yes, we maintain a 24/7 emergency line for storm damage, fallen trees, and traffic management incidents with one-hour response times.
What makes your tree removal unique?
We're BC's only crane-assisted tree removal specialists, combining ISA-certified arborists with proprietary hydraulic lift cranes for complex projects.
Do you handle commercial projects?
Yes, we serve municipal governments, regional districts, and commercial clients with services including post-wildfire recovery and infrastructure upgrades.
What safety certifications do you hold?
We maintain WorkSafeBC certifications, ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) standards, and $5M+ liability coverage for all operations.
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Reviews (6)
Dave & Julie Marks
Oct 11, 2021
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Action Trees are pretty much the best in the business in Kelowna. Not only do they have the right equipment for any job, but their the crews they send out beyond committed in finding ways to get the job done properly and are tough as nails. This is the second time we have used their service. The first time was to take two large trees down which were trimmed, cut and craned out. This last time, they were able to drop two tall trees on a hillside avoiding the backyard completely where we had pool installation happening. The 2 out of the 3 person crew even encountered a ground wasp nest where they
Jennifer Bernier
Jul 21, 2021
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We had an emergency tree take down that needed immediately action. Action Tree had excellent communication and was able to set up a game plan to have the tree safely come down, in a timely fashion, at a reasonable cost. Much appreciated. Would not hesitate to hire Action Tree Service again.
Service:Tree removal
Service:Tree removal
Lynne Pettman
May 27, 2021
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My experience was satisfying from the quotation process through the work and cleanup. Tony was a pleasure to work with and grasped exactly what I wanted for the pruning of two very large white fir trees. When the work crew arrived they were well informed by Tony and all went smoothly, especially as I have hosta beds under the trees that I didnt want disturbed and Gavin and Jen were really careful. I am happy with the way the trees look after a major 'canopy raise'. I recommend Action Tree Service.
Rudi Van Heerden
May 20, 2021
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Action Tree removed a very large Willow tree for us this spring. From the moment we inquired they were very easy to communicate with and knew what it would take to get the job done safely and efficiently. Since the job site was in a densely populated area and on a busy street, they took extra care ensuring everyone's safety and coordinated traffic control. They went above and beyond by removing all the extra debris from our yard once the tree was removed. Would highly recommend Action Tree Service, simply the best in the valley!
Michele Rule
Feb 23, 2021
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We were very pleased with the service we received today from Action Tree Service. The crew was friendly and happy to listen to our concerns and give us advice. They even saved a branch for the cat tree we are building! They removed the tree using the big crane right over the roof of our house. We were very impressed with their skills and would absolutely recommend them.
Alannah Martel
Sep 21, 2020
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I got my overgrown Manitoba maple tree pruned by Action tree. The team did a fantastic job!!! Our tree frames our house nicely and is clean cut. They also did an amazing job cleaning up all the trimmings by leaving nothing behind. Price was great for the quality. My husband and I are very please and would recommend the Action Tree to our friends. Thank you!!
