If a tree is blocking your driveway, safety issues and damage compound into a stressful situation that rivals the tree in size. Moving the tree safely and quickly is your number-one goal.
If a storm just hit your house or you had a tree fall because it is old, the area’s leading tree service in Fredericksburg put together some information to help you answer, “What to do with a tree blocking your driveway?”
A Tree Falls in Your Driveway and Everybody Heard It
The old anecdote about a tree falling in the woods is not so amusing when a tree falls anywhere on your property. When a tree falls unexpectedly, it is scary and you want it taken care of quickly. No matter how much we all appreciate tree diversity, that tree has to go because it poses many safety risks. It also makes coming and going almost impossible.
You need to check your property to make sure everything is in order, then check it again. A falling tree can do serious damage, even if it’s a young tree. You might not see the damage during your first inspection. Therefore:
- Check the house to see if anything is loose, such as exterior decor. These items could fall and hit someone or one of your pets.
- Check to see if any flying tree branches landed on your roof. If so, the branches may have put a hole in the roof or damaged shingles.
- Check the cars for damage.
- Check the area for downed power lines.
- If you find downed power lines, inform your family and neighbors. Call 911 ASAP. The emergency operator will contact the local electric company directly.
- Keep everyone, including your pets, away from the power lines.
Do not begin cleanup until the utility company removes the power lines.
Notify Your Insurance Company
Next, you need to notify your insurance company about a tree blocking your driveway.
Many insurance policies cover fallen trees, but don’t assume yours does. For example, if you have a fallen tree, the insurance company will want to know the condition the tree was in before falling. They have ways to verify that. If insurance deems the tree unhealthy, they will say you should’ve removed it before it fell.
In this case, they will not cover damage caused by the fallen tree. All homeowners should verify their tree coverage no matter what the insurance company says. You still need to hire a tree removal services team as soon as possible to assess the damage and safely remove the tree.
Contact ArborPro To Discuss Removing a Fallen Tree From Your Driveway
ArborPro understands the stress of dealing with a tree blocking your driveway. We know how to remove fallen trees safely. If you have a tree that poses a threat but hasn’t fallen, contact us so we can recommend ways to either save the tree or remove it. We also know how to get rid of webworms in trees and more.
For professional tree services and fair pricing, contact ArborPro at 540-379-8383.
