What to Do After Storm Damage to Your Trees

Storm damage to trees can range from minor broken branches to catastrophic failures that threaten your home. With 30+ years of experience handling emergency tree work throughout our local service area, Timberline Expert Tree Service has responded to thousands of storm calls. Here's our step-by-step guide for what to do after a storm.

Step 1: Stay Safe — Don't Go Near Downed Trees Before anything else, stay away from downed trees and limbs. They can be under tension and shift or spring suddenly. If a tree has fallen on your home or a power line, call 911 first and stay inside.

Step 2: Document the Damage Take photos and video of all damage as soon as it's safe to do so. This is critical for insurance claims. Photograph the tree, the damage to your property, and any surrounding context.

Step 3: Call Your Insurance Company If a tree has damaged your home, fence, or other structures, call your insurance company right away to open a claim. This is where having an insurance specialist like Timberline on your side is invaluable — we have 30 years of experience working directly with insurance companies and can help document and support your claim.

Step 4: Call a Professional Tree Service Do not attempt to cut or move a large downed tree yourself. Trees under tension can react violently when cut, and chainsaw injuries are extremely common after storms. Call a licensed, insured tree service immediately.

Step 5: Tarping and Temporary Protection If a tree or limb has breached your roof or walls, the structure needs to be tarped as quickly as possible to prevent further water damage. Timberline offers tarping services to secure your home while permanent repairs are arranged.

We're Available 24/7 for Emergencies Storm damage doesn't wait for business hours. Call or text us anytime at (404) 236-6219 and our emergency crew will respond as quickly as possible.