The trees, stumps, and debris gone, and the ground left level and ready for whatever you're building.

Tree Removal

Years In Business

Fully Insured

Clearing the Lot

Nothing Starts Until the Trees Are Gone

You bought the property for what you’ll build on it. Homeowners with a new build ahead of them and builders lining up their trades run into the same problem: the trees are standing right where the house, the driveway, or the foundation needs to go.

Tree removal here is the front end of the earthworks, handled as part of the site work so you’re dealing with one crew instead of chasing a separate contractor. The trees come down, the stumps and roots come out, and the debris gets loaded and hauled, so the ground is left level and workable. When a tree needs a climber, or stands close to a building, a power line, or a fence, we coordinate certified arborists for that part, then bring the excavator in to clear what’s left.

Victoria’s ground is tough to dig. Roots wrap around rock, old fill hides buried debris, and plenty of residential properties leave barely enough room to swing a bucket. We match the machine to the site instead of forcing one size onto every job.

One crew runs the site from the first tree to the final cleanup, so there’s no gap between contractors.

Start to Finish

What Happens After You Call

We walk the site and quote it straight. We look at the trees, the access, and anything protected, then give you a written price and timeline.
We sort access, locates, and any permit. Before the machines arrive, we map the route in, call for utility locates where we’ll be digging, and flag any removal that needs a City permit.
The trees and stumps come out. A certified arborist handles any climb or a tight drop near buildings or power lines. Then our excavator pulls the stumps and roots, and everything gets hauled off.
We grade the ground and walk it with you. The property is left clear and level, ready for the next trade, and we do a final walk so you can sign off.

Not sure what your lot needs? Call (250) 885-2213 and we’ll walk it with you.

What our clients have to say

Cameron Holliday

Really impressed with the service , I have been in construction over 20 years, working with and operating equipment myself , Chris is a natural , fast and efficient, no mistakes and no damage to the property, extremely good guy, made instant friends with the local material yard and saved me a tonne of money on dump fees, highly recommend him to anybody interested ????

Nolan Mayrhofer

Grant is an exceptional human and an incredible craftsman to work with. He genuinely loves what he does, and his mile-wide smile says it all. His passion for life shines through in his work, and it shows in every detail. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Lorne Robert

Chris and his team did an outstanding job! They were professional, efficient, and really knew their stuff. The excavation work was done on time and with great attention to detail. Communication was excellent throughout the entire process, and they left the site clean and ready for the next stage of the project. If you’re looking for a reliable excavation company here on the Saanich Peninsula, I highly recommend Chris and his crew!

Owen Bain

We've hired Auzzie a few times to expand our yard and worked with him on some other projects as well. Top notch operator and easy to work with, always friendly, knowledgeable and efficient! Will definitely be having him back

Chris Brunner

We hired Auzzie to put in a gravel driveway extension for us and are absolutely thrilled with the result! He is as masterful on the excavator as a surgeon is with a scalpel, and is thoroughly knowledgeable on all the little details that are often overlooked in getting the job done right. Also worth mentioning is that he made the whole job a lot of fun. Most importantly, however, is that he had the job done for us on time and on budget - and the outcome exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend Auzzie for any excavation project!

Freddy Mazereeuw

When we needed to expand and level our yard for washroom trailer storage, Auzzie’s Earthworks was our first call, and they did a fantastic job. Chris quickly tore out bushes, regraded the area, spread gravel, and compacted everything down in just a few hours. The yard is now perfectly level and ready for our trailers. Highly recommend Auzzie’s Earthworks for anyone needing efficient, professional site prep!

Dynamic Fencing & Decks

We hired Auzzie’s Earthworks to help with a challenging fencing project through Dynamic Fencing, and the experience was fantastic. We initially discovered that under the thick ivy was nothing but rock, roots, and loose dirt—no stable ground for a fence. Auzzie came out for an estimate, and right away, he had a clear plan to remove the ivy, rock, and debris, creating a 2'x24' trench so we could put in a retaining wall. Despite having limited space to work in and being surrounded by raised garden beds, he completed the job efficiently and without disturbing the vegetable garden. His speed, precision, and skill were top-notch. Highly recommend Auzzie’s Earthworks for any tricky site work!

Christopher Aldridge

We recently worked with Auzzie from Auzzie’s Earthworks and couldn’t be happier with the experience. Communication was clear and fast from the start, which made planning a breeze. Despite our tight schedule, Auzzie was able to fit us in and arrived punctually, ready to go. The equipment he used was top-notch, and his skill in operating it quickly and efficiently was immediately evident. Highly recommend Auzzie’s Earthworks for anyone looking for a reliable, professional service

Bill Peck

Auzzie gives a master class in customer service and quality work with every project. He is very skilled and vitally, very knowledgeable of local district bylaws. An absolute pleasure to work with. I have no reservations recommending him for your project. You will end up with a fine product and have a bunch of fun along the way.

Built for Tough Ground

Why Auzzie's Earthworx as Your Tree Removal Contractor

You get one tree removal contractor for the whole property, from standing trees to finished grade.

Compact machines sized for residential properties. We work tight access and close to what stays standing, without chewing up the rest of the yard.
One crew from the first cut to final grade. The same team clears the trees, pulls the stumps, and grades the ground, so you’re working with one outfit instead of three.
A written quote and a straight timeline. We give you the price and the schedule up front and flag permits before work starts, so the scope is locked before the machines show up.

Straight Answers

Common Questions About Tree Removal

A few questions come up on nearly every removal job, what it costs, whether you need a permit, who does the cutting, and what happens to the stump.

How much does tree removal cost in Victoria, BC?

Tree removal cost in Victoria depends on the size and number of trees, how close they sit to buildings or power lines, whether the stumps and roots have to come out, and how easily equipment can reach them. Site-prep clearing is usually quoted as one job rather than per tree. Send photos and rough measurements and we'll give you an accurate written quote.

How long does tree removal take?

Most residential tree removal takes a day or two. Larger or harder sites take longer depending on the number of trees, the access, and the weather. You'll get an estimated timeline with your written quote.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Victoria, BC?

You may need a permit to remove a tree in Victoria, depending on the tree's size, species, and location, and some protected trees can't be removed at all. Property owners are usually responsible for permits. We check what applies to your lot when we walk the site and tell you before any work starts.

Do you remove the stump and roots too?

Yes. For a build, we pull the stumps and roots out with the excavator so the ground is clear to work on. If you'd rather leave a stump cut low instead of fully removed, let us know and we'll quote it that way.

Can you get equipment onto a tight or hard-to-reach lot?

Yes. We use compact excavators that fit narrow access and work close to fences, buildings, and anything staying put. We check the route in before the machines arrive and protect what's along the way.

Do you cut the trees down yourselves, or use an arborist?

We coordinate certified arborists for any felling that needs a climber or sits close to a building or power line, and they carry their own insurance. We manage the site, then handle the stumps, roots, debris, and grading. The result is one call that takes the property from standing trees to ground that's ready to build on.

Have questions? Get in touch!

Talk It Through Before You Break Ground

We handle tree clearing and land clearing across Victoria and the surrounding communities, for new builds, subdivisions, and residential properties that need trees taken down before the earthworks can start. If you know what needs to come out, or you want someone to walk the site and scope it first, the quickest way forward is a straight conversation.

Call (250) 885-2213 to go over the job, or send a few photos and measurements through the free quote form for a faster, more accurate number.

Auzzie’s Earthworx is insured, with documentation available on request.

“Once the trees are down, the lot’s ready for the next stage. See our site preparation service.” or “Planning to replant after the build? See our tree planting service.”