When the unexpected happens, fortune comes to the prepared. Here we will be talking about what to expect from emergency tree services. Emergency tree damage consists of tree damage that is incurred during a heavy storm. This is when tree damage or tree failure is caused by the weather. Results from the tree damage may include a damaged roof, no power, or a tree leaning on another tree threatening your property. Whatever it is, it’s unexpected and costly to deal with. Below we will go over the process and give quick tips to help with the process.
When to Call Emergency Services
First and foremost, deal with the safety of people and pets when assessing a potential storm tree damage. Once that is dealt with, if you notice tree damage especially if another tree is leaning on another tree, call a tree service immediately. Time is essential when dealing with tree failure. You may have to call a couple of tree services before you get the ball rolling on a solid tree service, especially when calling after hours. Be mindful that the tree service may have an emergency number on their voicemail message. Use it if you are calling after hours. The tree service may need a couple hours to set up everything on their end. Once you get a tree service to come, be mindful if the tree fails, make sure that the area underneath is clear from people or pets as much as possible.
Emergency Tree Damage Response Process
Now we will talk about the tree service’s response process when dealing with emergency tree services. The tree service must first send an estimator to view and plan everything out before work boots hit the job site. The estimator may decide a crane is the right response to the issue. This is when a third-party crane company will be contacted, unless the tree service has a crane. Once the appropriate equipment is sorted then gathering the workers is the task. It could be the dead of night when these emergency tree jobs happen. Once the workers are assembled, then they all head to the job site to get the tree safe from causing any damage. During an emergency tree job, the tree workers may just get the tree safe and on the ground; then they will complete the hauling away part of the job during normal business hours.
What Services Are Part of Emergency Tree Services
There is a myriad of services that could consist of emergency tree services. Tree removal is a big one. Typically, we deal with tree failure, and this consists of removing the whole tree. Sometimes a tree’s damage may consist of more than half of the crown, this is when removal is recommended. When the tree’s structure is being threatened with failure, tree removal is recommended as well. Other times a limb may have to be removed, or a manageable portion of the tree may have to be pruned. When dealing with tree damage from a storm anything is possible sometimes. Tree damage is almost impossible to foresee with concrete accuracy, but experience helps when trying to get these damaged trees safe.
How to Prepare
Do your research on the storm preparedness checklists online and sort out what things seem important to you. Things that may help would be an LED lantern, batteries, cell phone chargers, flashlights, water, generators and other items can help during power outages. It’s also helpful to have a large tarp to cover your roof if your roof is damaged. The tarp will cover the hole left from the tree damage, sometimes the tree services will do this. Get your trees checked out routinely to make sure tree damage doesn’t surprise you.
AAA Tree Service is the area’s experts when dealing with emergency tree services. We have been serving Northern Virginia for over 40 years. We also have awards for being a stellar tree service. If you’re dealing with emergency tree services, give us a call and let our experience help you. We are ready for whatever job comes in.