After a storm, the priority order is safety first, then property protection, then cleanup. We offer same-day emergency response across Islip for downed trees, split limbs, and anything resting on a structure or blocking a driveway.
What to Do Right After a Storm
- Stay away from any tree or limb that’s touching a power line — treat it as live until a professional or the utility confirms otherwise
- Don’t attempt to move or cut a fallen tree yourself, especially one under tension against a fence, roof, or another tree
- Photograph the damage before anything is moved, for insurance purposes
- Call your insurance company and us at the same time — we can often work directly with adjusters on larger claims
Storm Damage We Handle
Trees down on a roof, fence, car, or across a driveway; large split or hanging limbs that didn’t fully detach; trees uprooted and leaning against another tree or structure; and general debris cleanup after wind or ice events. Long Island storm seasons — hurricane remnants in late summer and fall, nor’easters in winter — bring different failure patterns, and we adjust equipment and approach accordingly.
Working With Your Insurance
Most homeowners policies cover tree removal if the tree damaged a structure, but coverage is inconsistent for trees that fell in the yard without hitting anything. We document damage thoroughly and can provide the kind of itemized estimate adjusters typically ask for. If a tree was already dead or visibly hazardous before the storm, some carriers push back on the claim — we’ll give you a straight answer on what we’re seeing so you know what to expect.
Emergency Storm Cleanup Cost
Emergency storm response typically runs $500 to $3,500 depending on tree size, whether it’s on a structure, and access conditions during the storm’s aftermath. After-hours and same-day emergency calls carry a premium over scheduled work, which is standard across the industry.
Storm Damage FAQ
A tree fell in my yard but didn’t hit anything. Is that covered by insurance?
Often not, or only partially. Many policies only cover tree removal when it damages a covered structure. Check with your carrier directly, since this varies by policy.
How fast can you respond after a storm?
Same-day in most cases for trees on structures, blocking driveways, or otherwise creating an active hazard. During major regional storms, we prioritize by severity.
Should I move debris before you arrive?
Leave large limbs and anything under tension alone. It’s fine to photograph the damage, but let us assess before anything structural gets moved.
Call (631) 663-7940 for emergency storm tree response anywhere in Islip, 24/7.