Storm Tree Damage & Emergency Tree Removal Services in Minneapolis
When high winds and severe storms threaten damage to your home from fallen trees, you can trust the expert arborists at Bratt Tree Company to safely restore your landscaping with our emergency tree removal services. Even if a tree is in a difficult-to-access or precarious position, we have the expertise and equipment to help.
If your Twin Cities home or business has been affected by a severe storm and you need emergency tree removal services, call us now at 612-721-4153 or request service online.
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We Can HelpAssessing Tree Risk After a Storm in the Twin Cities
Many Minneapolis homeowners begin storm damage cleanup themselves in the days following a strong winter storm or a severe thunderstorm. This is the best course of action if there’s only debris like small broken branches and brush piles.
However, if the damage includes large fallen branches, or if your tree and its branches are near a powerline or hovering over a valuable structure, it’s best to call a certified arborist to assess and remove the tree.
Sometimes, the real storm damage isn’t readily visible, and hidden structural instability puts a tree and its branches at high risk of falling in the next storm. Certified arborists can check the health of a tree and give you their professional recommendations to make sure you, your family, your property, and your neighbors stay safe.
Risks of Leaving Damaged Trees After a Storm
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Property damage: Damaged trees may have weakened branches or compromised root systems, making them more susceptible to falling. If a damaged tree falls, it can cause significant damage to structures such as houses, cars, fences, or other nearby objects.
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Personal injury: Falling branches or entire trees can pose a serious risk to people on your property. They can cause injuries or even fatalities if they strike individuals or obstruct walkways and driveways.
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Pests & diseases: Damaged trees are more susceptible to infestations by pests or diseases. Open wounds or broken branches can provide entry points for insects, fungi, and bacteria, which can further weaken the tree’s health and spread to nearby trees.
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Spread of damage: If a tree is partially damaged, there’s a chance that it may continue to break and fall apart during subsequent storms. Falling branches or limbs can damage neighboring trees, structures, power lines, or utility services.
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Legal liabilities: Neglecting to address damaged trees promptly may lead to legal liabilities if the tree causes damage or injury to others. Property owners have a responsibility to maintain their trees and ensure they do not pose an unreasonable risk to others.
Bratt Tree’s ISA Certified Arborists specialize in assessing and removing large trees. Protect those you care for and call us at 612-721-4153, or contact us online to assess your tree after a storm.
When To Call for Professional Emergency Tree Removal Services
Here are several high-risk situations when it’s best to call a certified, licensed professional like Bratt Tree Company to remove a tree:
- Branches hovering over a structure, vehicle, or high-traffic path
- Significantly decreased canopy volume
- Fallen tree parts making the tree structurally unstable
- Storm damage involving powerlines
- Large, broken branches hanging from the top of the tree
Our expert arborists know how to ensure you and your property stay safe from fallen and damaged trees. Call us at 612-721-4153 or contact us online to request emergency tree removal service.
Why Choose Bratt Tree Company for Emergency Tree Removal?
Minneapolis homeowners and business owners have trusted Bratt Tree Company to protect their families and properties for over 30 years. We have the experience to remove a damaged tree quickly and safely. Our ISA Certified Arborists are skilled at assessing the health of a tree and making professional recommendations so that you can make the best decision for your home, especially in emergencies or after a bad storm.
With our emergency tree removal services, we can restore safety to your Twin Cities home or business as soon as possible. Contact us online to schedule your service or call us today at 612-721-4153.
Frequently Asked Questions About Storm Damage Services & Emergency Tree Removal
Professional tree removal helps ensure the tree is properly and completely removed from your property. Professionals prevent the tree from damaging fencing, your home, and landscaping during removal.
More importantly, professional tree removal companies will remove the tree safely and without risk to life and limb.
There’s no problem removing light debris and leaves. However, we strongly recommend hiring a professional to remove any limbs that are heavy, near structures, or resting atop landscaping that could be damaged during the removal process.
Trees regularly fall on power lines during storm and tornado season. If your tree falls on the power line, stay out of the yard and call 911, followed by your utility provider to report the issue.
Never attempt to remove the tree from the line as there is a significant risk of electrocution and fire.
It depends on the type and extent of the damage to your tree. We prefer to save damaged trees rather than cut them down whenever possible.
Our arborists are masters at their craft, and we can apply a wide range of solutions to save damaged trees and protect them from further damage. We are happy to inspect your tree and determine whether it can be saved through cabling and bracing or other techniques.
Pruning your trees will help remove dead branches from the equation. These are almost always the first to snap and fall during a storm. They also become breeding grounds for pests that can further damage the tree. For the optimal protection against storm damage, it’s best to remove:
- Dead branches
- Branches that have grown over your home or fence
- Branches that are making the tree drastically lean or split
Contact Bratt Tree Company to speak with our certified arborists about your trees and their specific needs.
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