5.0

16 Reviews on Google

5.0

16 Reviews on Google

Land Clearing in North Vancouver

From overgrown residential lots to full site prep for development. Whatever the scale, done right and in compliance with local regulations.

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ISA Certified Arborist
ISA #: PN10411A
ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
BC Forest Safety Certified Fallers
$2 Million Liability Insurance
Worksafe BC

How it works

Bigger jobs need a clear sequence. Here’s ours.

Assessment

Walk the property to identify what's staying, what's going, and any permit requirements.

Assessment

Walk the property to identify what's staying, what's going, and any permit requirements.

Falling

Hazardous trees removed first, clear a path for the larger trees to fall.

Falling

Hazardous trees removed first, clear a path for the larger trees to fall.

Yarding

Useable logs organized for your use. Milling, firewood, or hauled away completely. Your call.

Yarding

Useable logs organized for your use. Milling, firewood, or hauled away completely. Your call.

Cleanup

Brush and branches chipped, every stump ground 12-16 inches below grade.

Cleanup

Brush and branches chipped, every stump ground 12-16 inches below grade.

Types of land clearing

New build / pre-construction

Lot cleared, stumps ground, site ready for your excavator to move in.

Overgrown or neglected property

Years of unchecked growth cleared out. Brush, windfall, and undergrowth. all of it gone.

Acreage & rural lots

Large-scale clearing for road access, agricultural use, or opening up raw land for development.

Developer & contractor sites

Done in a timely fashion, permit compliance, and clean access for whatever crew comes next.

Why Ironclad

Production logging experience

Jeff Kinney spent 15+ years in production logging before bringing that same discipline to residential and development sites on the North Shore. Production logging demands precision at scale, meeting timelines, and no room for error. That’s the standard Ironclad holds on every clearing job.

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Jeff Kinney, Lead Arborist & Owner

Our reviews

Don't take our word for it

Our lead arborist & owner Jeff Kinney does every estimate and every job himself. No junior crews, no salespeople.

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Brian Lehn

West Vancouver

Ironclad completed all the work on time and on budget. Jeff was very knowledgeable about all aspects of tree work. Do yourself a favour and call Ironclad to get the job done properly.

Brian Lehn

West Vancouver

Ironclad completed all the work on time and on budget. Jeff was very knowledgeable about all aspects of tree work. Do yourself a favour and call Ironclad to get the job done properly.

Enzo Design Build Inc.

Downtown Vancouver

Ironclad has been doing a great job for us for many years, and we can't say enough good things about them. Jeff is a true professional who consistently delivers outstanding work, and he's a pleasure to work with. He's reliable, detail-oriented, and always goes the extra mile to make sure the job is done right. We highly recommend Jeff and the Ironclad team to anyone looking for quality work and someone they can truly trust.

Enzo Design Build

Downtown Vancouver

Bob Bryant

North Vancouver

Jeff is a conscientious arborist who is easy to work with. He gave us great advice, and did a great job delivering on what he suggested. He even brought his stump grinder to get rid of some old stumps in our garden. Highly recommended!

Bob Bryant

North Vancouver

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit for lot clearing in North Vancouver?

It depends on the tree and your property type. In the District of North Vancouver, a permit is generally required for trees with a trunk diameter of 75cm or more at 1.3m above the ground, or if the tree is in a streamside area, on a slope greater than 30%, or is a protected species such as Arbutus or Garry Oak. In the City of North Vancouver, single-family residential properties typically don't require a permit unless the property is in a streamside area. When in doubt, we'll assess the tree and let you know exactly what's required before any work begins.

Can you clear steep or difficult terrain?

Yes. Jeff's background is in commercial logging on the BC coast — steep, technical sites are well within his experience. Most crews won't take on what Ironclad handles routinely.

How long does land clearing take?

Depends on the size of the site and what's on it. A small residential lot with a handful of trees can be done in a day or two. Larger or more complex sites take longer. Jeff will give you a realistic timeline before work starts.

Do I need a permit for lot clearing in North Vancouver?

Can you clear steep or difficult terrain?

Yes. Jeff's background is in commercial logging on the BC coast — steep, technical sites are well within his experience. Most crews won't take on what Ironclad handles routinely.

How long does land clearing take?

Everything gets cleaned up before we leave. Branches and debris are chipped on site, and larger wood can be left in rounds for firewood if you'd like it, or hauled away completely. Stumps are ground down below surface level. You choose what stays and what goes — we handle the rest.

Do you handle the stumps as well, or is that separate?

Stump grinding is included as part of a full land clearing job. If you only need stumps removed from a previous clearing, that can be quoted separately.

What happens to the logs after clearing?

Useable logs can be organized for milling or firewood if you want to keep them, or hauled away completely. Brush and branches are chipped on site. Every stump is ground 12–16 inches below grade. You decide what stays — we handle the rest.

Can you handle clearing for a new build or development site?

Yes. From initial assessment and permit handling through to final cleanup, Ironclad manages the full clearing process for pre-construction sites. Jeff works to your timeline and leaves the site ready for whatever comes next.

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Need a lot cleared?

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+1 (604) 368-9564

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+1 (604) 368-9564

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