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Tree Branches Over Your Roof in Edmonton

Branches touching or hanging over your roof lead to damage, blocked gutters and easy access for pests. We trim and clear branches away from Edmonton roofs safely, without harming the tree.

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Why branches over your roof are worth clearing

Branches over your roof are worth dealing with before they cause problems. Overhanging limbs drop leaves and needles into gutters, scrape shingles in the wind, give squirrels and pests a bridge to your attic, and can break off onto the roof in a storm.

The fix is proper clearance pruning, cutting the right branches back to give your roof space without butchering the tree. We keep a safe gap and keep the tree healthy.

The Problems

Why branches over your roof are a problem

Blocked gutters

Leaves and needles filling gutters and downpipes.

Roof & shingle damage

Limbs rubbing and scraping shingles in the wind.

Pest access

Squirrels and rodents using branches to reach your roof.

Storm breakage

Overhanging limbs breaking onto the roof in a storm.

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Damp & moss

Shade and debris keeping the roof damp.

Safe clearance

The right gap kept between the tree and your roof.

Why Choose Us

Why use an arborist for roof clearance

Cutting branches over a roof is awkward and risky. Here is why to leave it to us.

ISA Certified expertise

Every job is planned and led to International Society of Arboriculture standards.

Safety-first work

Proper gear, rigging and property protection so nothing gets damaged.

Complete cleanup

We haul away all wood, branches and chips and leave your yard clean.

Free, upfront quotes

A clear on-site estimate with no surprises. What we quote is what you pay.

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How It Works

Our simple process

1

Free on-site quote

We assess the job and give you a clear written price.

2

Book your date

Pick a time that works, or call 24/7 for urgent jobs.

3

Expert tree work

Our crew does the job safely with the right equipment.

4

Full cleanup

We clear all debris and leave your property spotless.

Honest Pricing

How much does it cost to trim branches off my roof?

Clearing branches from a roof is usually a small to medium trimming job, often from around $200, depending on the size of the tree and how many limbs need cutting back.

We confirm the price with a free on-site look before starting.

  • Size of the tree
  • How many branches
  • Roof access and height
  • Nearness to wires
A few branchesfrom $200
Larger clearancefrom $350
Big overhanging treefrom $500
On-site quoteFree

Guide prices only. Your exact price is confirmed free, on site, before any work starts.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How much clearance should there be between a tree and my roof?
A good rule is to keep branches at least a couple of metres back from the roof, enough that they do not touch in the wind or bridge pests across. We set a safe, sensible gap.
Will cutting branches back hurt the tree?
Not when done properly. We make clean clearance cuts and avoid removing too much, so the tree stays healthy while your roof stays clear.
Can you reach branches on a tall or steep roof?
Yes. We have the equipment and training to work safely at height and over rooflines, which is exactly why this is not a job to do off a ladder yourself.
Do overhanging branches really cause damage?
Yes. They block gutters, scrape shingles, keep the roof damp, and give pests a route in, and in a storm they can break onto the roof. Clearing them prevents a lot of small problems.
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Get branches cleared off your roof

Book a free on-site assessment, or call now for 24/7 service across Greater Edmonton.