Woodinville Tree Care Pros - Emergency Tree Services
When Disaster Strikes, We Respond Fast
When a disaster hits your community (a tree falls, a branch crashes onto your house, etc.) and you are in an emergency, you don’t have time to wait until the next business day. Woodinville Tree Care Pros provides emergency tree service 24/7 throughout the city of Woodinville and surrounding cities; we respond to emergencies immediately so you can get back to normal and feel safe again.
Our emergency response team works all hours – nights, weekends, and holidays — ready to spring into action when called upon. We understand that experiencing a tree emergency is stressful and potentially life-threatening. Therefore, our team is trained and equipped to handle even the most difficult emergencies both safely and efficiently. Whether it be a tree sitting on top of your house, a driveway blocked by a fallen tree, a hanging widow maker over your children’s bedroom, or a storm-damaged tree that is at risk of falling, we have the knowledge, the equipment, and the experience to provide solutions to your emergency tree problems quickly.
When you contact us during one of your emergency situations, you will be speaking directly with a knowledgeable person who can immediately evaluate your problem and send out our rapid response team to assist you. Our emergency response team arrives at your location equipped with high-quality equipment and safety gear, along with the training to safely stabilize hazardous conditions, remove potential dangers, and start the restoration process often within hours after your initial phone call.
Common Emergency Tree Scenarios
Real Situations We Respond To
We are a team of arborists and emergency responders who work together to provide fast and effective solutions for residential customers in case of an emergency involving trees and branches. Below are some examples of how we respond to different types of emergencies involving trees and branches.
Scenario 1: Severe Storm Damage
Storm Situation: A major storm has broken many of the large branches off of your trees, and they now dangle precariously over your house. The main trunk of the tree appears to be split or fractured, and it is currently still standing upright.
Response:
- We will arrive on your property within 2 hours of your initial contact with us.
- We will assess the structural integrity and overall stability of the tree(s) involved.
- We will establish one or more safety zones around your property.
- We will safely remove the hanging branches utilizing specialized equipment and rigging techniques.
- We will stabilize the split trunk of the tree as needed (using temporary stabilization methods).
- We will return to your property at daylight to complete the removal of the remaining portion of the tree.
- We will document the damage to your property for your insurance company.
The total response time for the first phase of the process (the emergency removal of the hanging branches) is usually between 3 to 4 hours, depending on traffic conditions and other factors.
Scenario 2: Tree Through Roof
Storm Situation: During a severe storm, a large fir tree fell directly onto your house, causing significant damage to multiple areas of your roof and interior. Water is leaking into your house due to the damaged roof.
Response:
- We will arrive on your property within 90 minutes of your initial contact with us.
- We will coordinate with you and your insurance company to ensure we are working under the correct authority and have all necessary information.
- We will carefully section the tree to prevent further damage to your home.
- We will remove the tree from your home systematically to avoid further damage.
- We will assist you in obtaining emergency roofing services (tarps, etc.) to prevent water damage to your home.
- We will clear the debris from your yard and the surrounding areas.
- We will document the damage to your property for your insurance company.
The total response time for this type of scenario typically ranges from 4 to 6 hours, depending on the complexity of the job and weather conditions.
Scenario 3: Tree Blocking Driveway
Storm Situation: Overnight, a tree has fallen across your driveway, trapping your vehicles and preventing you from accessing your property.
Response:
- We will arrive on your property within 60-90 minutes of your initial contact with us.
- We will quickly assess the safest method to remove the tree.
- We will utilize our equipment and experience to remove the tree sections as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- We will clear your driveway completely so you can regain access to your property.
- We will remove all debris from your yard and the surrounding areas.
- We will restore full access to your property.
The typical response time for this type of emergency is 1 to 2 hours.
Scenario 4: Dangling Branch Above House
Storm Situation: A branch was severely damaged by recent storms and is now dangling above your house. This branch is unstable and may fall at any time.
Response:
- We will immediately dispatch someone to your location when you call us.
- Once we have arrived and assessed the situation, we will establish a safety zone around your property to protect everyone involved.
- Using advanced rigging equipment and techniques, we will carefully control the movement of the branch.
- We will slowly lower the branch down to the ground.
- We will then remove the branch and any debris.
- After we have removed the branch, we will inspect the remainder of the tree for any other potential hazards.
The average response time for this type of emergency is 2 to 3 hours.
Scenario 5: Tree Crushes Vehicle
Storm Situation: A tree has fallen on top of your vehicle and crushed the roof, making it difficult or impossible to remove the vehicle.
Response:
- We will rapidly respond to your call and arrive at your property within 90 minutes.
- We will photograph the damage to your vehicle for documentation purposes for your insurance company.
- We will carefully cut and remove the tree sections that are in contact with your vehicle.
- We will minimize the additional damage to your vehicle while removing the tree.
- We will remove the entire tree from your vehicle.
- We will clean up the debris and restore the area.
The typical response time for this type of emergency is 2 to 3 hours.
Storm Preparation Services
Prevent Emergencies Before They Happen
Preventative measures to reduce the likelihood of a storm damaging your trees.
Pre-Storm Tree Evaluation
Before the start of the storm season, our arborists will inspect your trees to identify potential risks from:
- Branches that are structurally unsound or have defects
- Dying or dead branches that pose a hazard
- Poorly attached branches
- Poorly formed tree structures
- Tree species that are prone to storm damage
- Trees that could potentially cause harm to a nearby structure
Pruning Before Storm Season
By strategically pruning your trees, you can significantly lower the likelihood of them being damaged in a storm.
- Removal of all dead and weak branches
- Thinning of dense canopies to reduce wind resistance
- Reducing the weight of long branches by cutting back to the trunk
- Removing poorly attached branches
- Improving the overall strength of the tree structure
Tree Removal Before Storm Season
If there is a hazardous tree on your property, it is best to remove it before the start of the storm season.
- Assess which trees are most likely to fail due to their size, shape, and condition.
- Remove these hazardous trees when the weather conditions allow for a safe removal process.
- Avoid having an emergency occur as a result of a storm damaging one of your trees.
- Typically, avoid paying a premium price for emergency services, such as storm season tree removal services.
- Take steps to ensure your safety before a severe storm.
Cabling and Bracing
Using cabling and bracing techniques, we can help prevent branches from failing due to excessive weight from snow or ice.
- Use cabling to support weak attachments between branches.
- Install bracing to stabilize a split tree before it fails.
- Add structural support to valuable trees that are at risk of failure.
- Provide additional structural support to trees that are weakened by disease or insect infestation.
- Professional installation and inspections of cabling and bracing systems.
Benefits of Preparing For Storm Damage
- Damage to your trees caused by a storm may be greatly reduced or eliminated.
- Emergency response costs associated with storm damage will be greatly reduced.
- You will enjoy peace of mind knowing your trees are protected from the potential hazards of a severe storm.
- Your proactive maintenance will lead to a less reactive maintenance program.
- Many homeowners qualify for insurance discounts based on their proactive maintenance efforts.
