How To Deal With A Fallen Tree On Your Property
Posted on: 10 October 2022
Has a tree on your property fallen over? Trees fall over due to bad weather conditions, changes in the landscape, or tree death or sickness. Removing a fallen tree without professional help can be a difficult task. This article will guide you through some of the steps you can take to safely remove a fallen tree from your property.
Check that power lines are not involved
Trees often cause power outages when they fall on power lines during bad weather. The first thing you should do is check to see if your tree has fallen onto nearby powerlines. If your tree, or a portion of your tree, has fallen onto nearby power lines, stay away from the area. The lines could still be live.
In this case, call your utility provider and inform them of the situation. They'll send out a certified line clearance expert to remove the tree from the power lines.
Assess the damage
If you have ascertained that your tree is not in contact with power lines, then you can assess the damage around the fallen tree. As you assess the damage, be careful not to disturb any parts of the tree. Branches can break without warning and cause injuries or further damage to your property.
Take pictures of any damage to your property and document everything for your insurance company. Your homeowners' insurance policy might cover some of the damage. However, if your insurance company ascertains that you could have prevented the tree from falling by removing it; your insurance company might not cover the damages.
Hire an arborist or tree service
Removing a fallen tree after a storm is dangerous work. This is especially true if the tree is still hung up on a nearby tree or structure. Don't attempt to remove the tree or parts of the tree if you have little to no experience. The safest thing to do is to call an arborist. The arborist will first perform an assessment to determine the safest and most viable approach to removing the tree.
Choose a reputable tree service that is insured and has worker's compensation, since removing a fallen tree is dangerous work. And since fallen tree removal is often complicated, make sure the tree service you choose has the relevant experience and expertise.
If a tree has fallen over on your property, take these steps to ensure that you can remove your fallen tree safely and carefully. Contact a tree care service to learn more.
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