When a tree comes down or a storm leaves branches hanging dangerously over your roof, the situation can’t wait. Green America Tree Care provides emergency tree removal in Atlanta and the surrounding areas. Our ISA-certified arborists assess the situation on arrival and move quickly to secure your property.
Not every tree situation is a true emergency, but some are. If any of the following apply, call now rather than waiting for a scheduled appointment.
When a tree falls on your house or car, the priority is securing the structure and removing the tree safely before the damage compounds. Working around compromised rooflines, broken glass, and unstable wood requires a different approach than a standard removal. Our crew assesses structural risk before any cutting begins.
Storm damage tree removal covers situations where a tree is still standing but no longer safe. Split trunks, major limb failures, and trees that shifted during a storm can all pose immediate risk even when the storm has passed. If a tree looked fine before the weather hit and looks wrong now, it warrants an assessment.
Fallen tree removal after a storm is straightforward when the tree is in an open area. It’s more complex when the tree is across a driveway, blocking access to a structure, or tangled with other trees. We clear the debris and restore access as part of the job.
Hazardous tree removal applies when a tree is structurally compromised but hasn’t failed yet. A visible lean that appeared suddenly, a major crack running through the trunk, or a root ball starting to lift out of the ground are all conditions that warrant immediate attention. We remove the risk before it becomes a loss.
If a tree or limb is contacting a power line, call your utility company first. Once they’ve confirmed the line is de-energized or they’ve cleared the scene, we can proceed with removal. Don’t attempt to clear a tree near an active line.
You’ll reach someone who can dispatch a crew to your property. On arrival, our arborist walks the site, identifies the immediate risks, and gives you a clear picture of what needs to happen before any work begins.
From there removal proceeds in sections, particularly when the tree is near a structure or in a confined space. We use crane-assisted removal when the situation requires lifting sections that can’t be dropped safely. Once the tree is down, we clear the debris and leave the site accessible.
If other trees on the property show signs of storm stress, we flag those during the visit. Addressing secondary risks on the same call is more efficient than scheduling a follow-up after the next weather event.
Many homeowner’s insurance policies cover emergency tree removal when a tree damages a structure. Green America provides the scope of work and removal documentation your insurance company needs to process the claim. Document the damage before any work begins. Photographs and video from a safe distance give your adjuster a clear picture of the original condition.
Emergency tree removal is sometimes the wrong answer. A tree that lost major limbs in a storm isn’t necessarily gone. Depending on how much of the canopy remains, whether the trunk and root system are sound, and how the tree responds to pruning, restoration is sometimes the better path.
Our arborists make that call based on what they see on site. If the tree can recover safely, we’ll tell you. If it can’t, we’ll tell you that too and explain why. For non-emergency situations or trees that need ongoing assessment, see our tree removal services page for more detail on how we approach that decision.
Get everyone out of the affected area of the house and don’t re-enter until the structure has been assessed. If the tree is contacting a power line, call your utility company before anything else. Once the scene is safe, document the damage with photos and video from a distance. Then, call your insurance company and a certified arborist. Don’t attempt to move or cut the tree yourself. A tree resting against a structure is under load and can shift unpredictably.
Calls are typically returned within one business day.
It depends on your policy and the circumstances. Most standard homeowner’s policies cover removal when a tree damages an insured structure: the house, a detached garage, a fence. Removal of a tree that fell in the yard without hitting anything is less commonly covered. Review your policy and call your insurer early. We can provide the documentation they need to process your claim.
Yes. A cracked trunk, sudden lean, major limb failure, or a root ball starting to lift are all hazards whether or not the tree has come down yet. In some cases, removing a compromised tree before it falls is safer and less costly than waiting for it to take something else with it?
Most emergency removals use chainsaws and rigging. When a tree is against a structure or in a confined space, we deploy crane work to lift and lower sections that can’t be dropped safely. For full detail on our removal process and equipment, see our tree removal page.
Sometimes. A tree that lost major limbs isn’t necessarily gone if the trunk and root system are intact. A certified arborist can assess whether pruning, cabling, or bracing will support recovery, or whether the damage is too extensive. We’ll guide you through that decision.
Regular inspections and professional pruning are the most effective preventive steps. Removing weak or overcrowded branches reduces wind resistance before a storm hits. Soil health and proper root zone management matter too. We can assess your remaining trees after an emergency visit and identify any that need attention.
Green America Tree Care provides emergency tree service to Atlanta property owners. We serve Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Marietta, Dunwoody, Johns Creek, Milton, and surrounding communities. Check our full service area and complete the contact form or call us directly at 770-560-8656.
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