Emergency Tree Removal in Rocky Mount, NC
A tree on the roof or across the driveway is scary, and the first hour matters. Get everyone safe, then call.
Do this first
- Get everyone out of rooms under or near the fallen tree
- Stay far away from any downed or sagging wires. Treat every wire as live
- Report downed lines to your electric utility (City of Rocky Mount electric inside the city) or 911
- If the roof is open, move valuables away from the opening
- Take photos of the damage from a safe spot for your insurance claim
- Don’t climb on the roof or try to cut a tree that’s under tension
Why storm trees are dangerous to cut
A tree that fell on a house or snapped in the wind is usually loaded with stored tension. Trunks and limbs can spring back or roll when cut. Storm work is the most dangerous job in tree care, and it’s not a do-it-yourself project with a chainsaw.
A crew will stabilize the tree, take the weight off the structure piece by piece, and help you tarp the roof once the tree is off.
Insurance
Homeowners policies often cover removing a tree that fell on a covered structure, like the house or a detached garage. A tree that fell in the yard without hitting anything is often not covered. Call your insurer, and keep your photos and the tree service’s invoice.
Storms around Rocky Mount
Rocky Mount has seen its share. Hurricane Floyd in 1999 brought nearly 17 inches of rain and the Tar River’s record crest, and Hurricane Matthew in 2016 pushed the river to its second-highest level. On July 19, 2023, an EF3 tornado tracked across Nash and Edgecombe counties north of town, near Dortches and Battleboro, and downed trees closed I-95.
Saturated ground after a flood also loosens roots, so trees can come down days after the rain stops. After a big storm, crews get booked fast. Calling early gets you on the list, and the crew can tell you what has to happen right away and what can wait.
Have a tree that needs to go?
Call for a free estimate. No obligation, and you’ll talk to a local tree crew.
Emergency Tree Removal: common questions
A tree fell on my house. Who do I call first?
If anyone is hurt or a wire is down, call 911. Then call your insurance company and a tree service. The crew can get the tree off and help protect the opening until a roofer arrives.
Can you come at night or on the weekend?
Calls are answered 7 days a week. The crew will tell you what has to happen right away and what is safer to do in daylight.
My neighbor’s tree fell in my yard. Who pays?
It depends on the situation and the insurance policies involved. If the tree damaged your property, start with your own insurer. They’ll sort out whether the neighbor’s policy is responsible.
Serving Rocky Mount and nearby towns
Emergency Tree Removal is available throughout Rocky Mount and the surrounding area. Find your town for local details.