- 519-324-7118
- centurytreeservice23@gmail.com
Professional tree care for homes and properties across Belle River and the Lakeshore community. Century Tree Service is owner-operated by Devin Mills — fully insured, WSIB compliant, and focused on safe work, fair pricing, and clean results.
Century Tree Service provides professional, owner-operated tree care to Belle River and the surrounding Lakeshore and Essex County area. Founded by Devin Mills, our company is built on doing the job right — honest assessments, safe execution, fair pricing, and thorough cleanup every time. Devin personally handles every estimate and is on site for every job, so you always have a direct line to the person responsible for the results.
Our services cover the full range of residential tree care in Belle River, including tree removal, trimming and pruning, stump grinding, emergency storm response, tree planting, and new growth training. Belle River is one of the fastest-growing residential communities in Essex County. Located on the southern shore of Lake St. Clair within the Municipality of Lakeshore, it has evolved from a historic French-Canadian village into a sought-after lakeside neighborhood attracting families, retirees, and commuters drawn to its waterfront lifestyle, new construction, and proximity to Windsor.
When a tree is dead, diseased, or threatening your home, removal is the safest option. Our crew uses controlled rigging, sectional dismantling, and crane-assisted methods for complex situations. Every removal includes full debris cleanup and site restoration.
Professional pruning maintains the health, structure, and appearance of your trees. We perform crown thinning, deadwood removal, and canopy reduction tailored to each species. Proper pruning also reduces storm risk and enhances curb appeal.
Old stumps are hazards, pest attractors, and wasted space on your property. We grind them below grade using commercial equipment and backfill with clean wood chips. The area is left ready for replanting, sod, or landscaping.
Belle River’s Lake St. Clair location exposes it to severe storms, high winds, and ice events that regularly cause tree damage. Century Tree Service provides fast emergency response for fallen trees and hazardous limbs. We work safely around downed utilities and document damage for insurance claims.
The right tree adds shade, privacy, and long-term value to your Belle River property. We handle expert species selection, proper planting, and aftercare within Hardiness Zone 7b and the Carolinian forest zone. Strong native choices include bur oak, red oak, hackberry, and tulip tree.
Young trees need early structural guidance to develop strong canopies and sound branch architecture. Without intervention, trees develop co-dominant leaders and structural weaknesses that become costly to correct. Early investment protects the long-term health of every tree planted today.
Owner-Operated, Every Job. Devin Mills handles every estimate personally and is present on every job site. You deal directly with the person accountable for the work — not a sales rep, not a subcontractor, not someone you have never met.
Fully Insured and WSIB Compliant. Century Tree Service carries comprehensive commercial general liability insurance and is fully WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) compliant. This protects your property, your family, and our crew on every job. We provide proof of insurance upon request and encourage every Belle River homeowner to require the same from any tree company.
Fair, Transparent Pricing. Our estimates are detailed and honest. The price we quote is the price you pay — no hidden fees, no surprise charges, no pressure to approve work you did not ask for. If we identify a concern during the job, we explain it and give you the choice.
Complete Site Cleanup. We do not leave debris behind. All branches, wood, chips, and material are removed from the work area. We rake and inspect the site before we leave. Our customers consistently highlight this in their reviews — because the quality of the cleanup reflects the quality of the work.
Serving Belle River, Lakeshore, and All of Essex County. Based in Kingsville, Century Tree Service provides tree care across Belle River, Lakeshore, Windsor, LaSalle, Tecumseh, Amherstburg, Essex, Leamington, Wheatley, and surrounding communities.
The Emerald Ash Borer has killed the vast majority of untreated ash trees throughout Belle River since 2002. Many standing dead ash remain on private properties, growing more brittle and dangerous every season. If you have a dead or declining ash tree on your property, professional removal should be a priority.
Belle River’s waterfront properties face tree care challenges unique to lakeside environments. Stronger winds increase the risk of limb failure, while saturated shoreline soils weaken root systems. Waterfront trees require species-appropriate pruning, regular monitoring, and careful species selection when planting.
Belle River’s newer developments bring young trees that need proper planting, structural training, and early aftercare. In established neighborhoods, the challenges shift to managing aging trees, assessing hazards, and removing trees past their safe lifespan. Century Tree Service applies the right approach for each property and each tree.
Every project in our gallery represents real work completed by our team across Belle River and Essex County. These are jobs done by our crew, on local properties, for real customers.
Tree removal in Belle River typically ranges from $300 to $3,500 or more depending on tree size, species, condition, and property access. Small trees under 25 feet generally cost $300 to $800. Medium trees between 25 and 50 feet usually run $800 to $1,500. Large trees over 50 feet can cost $1,500 to $3,500 or higher, particularly when they are near structures, hydro lines, or on waterfront properties with limited equipment access. Century Tree Service provides free, no-obligation estimates so you know the full cost before any work begins.
Belle River falls within the Municipality of Lakeshore, which maintains all trees on public rights-of-way, parks, and municipal property. Removing or damaging a town-owned tree without authorization is not permitted. However, Lakeshore does not currently have a bylaw requiring a permit to remove a tree on private residential property. Property owners should be aware that federal protections may apply, including the Species at Risk Act and the Migratory Birds Convention Act during active nesting season (typically April through August). If you are unsure whether a tree on your property is municipally owned or subject to other protections, ask your tree service provider before proceeding.
Late winter through early spring — while trees are dormant — is the best window for pruning most hardwood species found in Belle River. Pruning during dormancy reduces stress, minimizes disease transmission, and promotes healthier growth in the spring. Deadwood removal and hazard reduction can be performed at any time of year. Heavy pruning during the active growing season (May through August) should be avoided when possible, as fresh cuts attract insects and compete with the tree's growth energy. Oaks should specifically not be pruned between April and August to reduce the risk of oak wilt.
Yes. Century Tree Service carries comprehensive commercial general liability insurance and is fully WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) compliant, protecting your property and our crew on every job. We provide proof of insurance and WSIB clearance upon request before any work begins — and we strongly encourage every Belle River homeowner to demand the same from any tree company they consider hiring.
Yes. We provide emergency tree removal and storm damage response for fallen trees, hanging limbs, and hazardous debris across Belle River, Lakeshore, and all of Essex County. Belle River's position on Lake St. Clair makes it vulnerable to severe storms, including the February 2023 ice storm and the August 2023 thunderstorms that shut down the Belle River Marina and Atlas Tube Centre. If a tree has fallen on your home, vehicle, or property, call us at 519-324-7118. We respond as quickly as conditions allow and provide documentation to support insurance claims.
The Emerald Ash Borer arrived in the Essex County region around 2002 and has killed the vast majority of untreated ash trees. If your ash tree is still alive with early signs of decline — thinning crown, D-shaped exit holes, woodpecker activity — it may still be treatable with insecticide injection. If the tree is significantly declined or dead, removal is the safest course of action. Standing dead ash grows increasingly brittle and can shed limbs or topple during storms. Given Belle River's regular exposure to severe weather off Lake St. Clair, dead ash trees near homes and driveways should be treated as a priority.
Homeowners and property managers trust us for reliable tree care, clear communication, and consistent results. We take pride in completing each job safely, efficiently, and with respect for every property we work on.
Whether you need a dead tree removed, a mature maple trimmed back from your roof, a stump ground out of your backyard, or advice on what to plant in a new subdivision lot, contact Century Tree Service today. Devin Mills handles every estimate personally, and there is never any pressure or obligation. Call us or fill out the form below — we respond the same day.
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