Emergency tree removal during a hurricane storm

Emergency tree .The hurricane is a devastating storm. In the past, it have broken trees, blown out rooftops, and caused damage to power and telephone lines as well as leading to injury of so many people.
If you live in a hurricane prone area, it is important to know what to do if the hurricane strikes. This is especially important if there are trees in your compound.

 Steps for dealing with fallen trees

 

If trees have fallen in your compound after a hurricane, it is vital to have them removed as fast as possible. If they have fallen on the roof, you need to have a roofer repair it as soon as possible.
However, there a few steps that you need to take to ensure safe removal of the tree.

Your safety matters most

You or the family members may be injured by falling debris and tree branches that may still be unstable. Move them out of the danger before doing something else. Call for medical assistance if any of them have been injured.  No one should stand under the fallen tree.

Check the utility lines

Trees may fall on both telephone and power line. This increases the risk of electrocution. Inspect the area around the fallen tree to ensure that the incoming utility lines are intact. If any of the lines is broken, do not attempt to handle the problem. Call the emergency department as well as the utility company.

Inform your landlord and insurance company

Take pictures of the damage and send them to your property insurance company. Follow the instructions given to avoid losing your indemnity. If it is a rented apartment, ensure that the property owner is aware of the situation immediately.

Call for professional assistance

If the tree that you are removing is more than a few pounds, consider professional emergency tree removal services. The professionals have the knowledge and the equipment to remove trees safely. It is good to a few contacts to professional tree removal services
Ensure that the tree removal professionals have cleared your home of twigs and branches. If the roof is damaged, call a roofer to handle the repairs. If other systems such as the central heating and electrical systems have been damaged, have the right professionals to restore them.
Prevent damage to the house by fallen trees by trimming branches that hang on the roof. If the tree looks dangerous, it is  better to have it removed before the onset of the hurricane season.