Storm Damage Tree Cleanup
Storm Damage Tree Cleanup and Removal in the Twin Cities
A storm can turn a healthy tree into an emergency in seconds. A limb through the roof, a trunk across the driveway, or a tree leaning hard against the house is not something to wait on. ArborGold is a certified arborist team based in Plymouth, serving homeowners across the west and north Twin Cities suburbs with fast, careful storm damage cleanup.
If a tree has come down on your home, a vehicle, or a power line, call us first and stay clear of the area. We answer emergency calls 24 hours a day, every day, and we prioritize situations where a tree has struck your home or is blocking access.
Storm Damage We Handle
When wind, wet snow, or ice moves through, we respond to every kind of tree damage a Minnesota storm can cause:
- Trees fallen on homes, garages, fences, or vehicles
- Large limbs hanging or broken but not yet down, which are among the most dangerous situations to leave alone
- Trees uprooted or leaning after saturated soil gives way
- Split trunks and cracked main branches that can fail without warning
- Trees or debris blocking driveways, walkways, or roads
- Full yard cleanup and hauling of storm debris once the hazard is cleared
Every job starts with a certified arborist assessing what is safe, what can be saved, and what has to come down. That judgment is the difference between clearing a hazard properly and creating a new one.
What to Do Right Now if a Tree Has Fallen
If you are dealing with active storm damage, a few steps protect you before help arrives:
1. Stay away from any downed line.
Never approach a tree touching a power line, and assume every line is live. Call your utility and keep everyone, including pets, well back.
2. Get everyone out of a damaged structure.
If a tree has hit your home, leave the affected rooms until the tree is stabilized and removed.
3. Do not try to cut a tree under tension.
A trunk or limb that is bent, pinned, or leaning is holding enormous force and can snap or kick back. This is the most common cause of serious storm cleanup injuries.
4. Photograph the damage.
Take clear photos from several angles before anything is moved. You will want these for your insurance claim.
5. Call a certified arborist.
We can tell you over the phone whether your situation is an immediate hazard and how quickly we can be there.
Will Insurance Cover Storm Tree Removal?
This is the first question most homeowners ask, so here is a plain answer. In most cases, homeowners insurance covers tree removal when a storm-damaged or fallen tree has hit a covered structure such as your house, garage, or fence. Coverage and limits vary by policy, so your insurer has the final say.
A tree that falls in your yard without striking a structure is often treated differently, and coverage there depends on your specific policy.
We help you document the damage for your claim, provide the written assessment and itemized estimate your adjuster will ask for, and work directly with your insurance company and adjuster to handle it all. We recommend photographing everything and calling your insurer as soon as it is safe to do so.
Can a Storm-Damaged Tree Be Saved?
Not every damaged tree needs to come down. A tree that has lost a few limbs may recover fully with proper pruning, while one with a split trunk or major root damage is usually a hazard that should be removed. Guessing wrong in either direction is costly. Remove a tree that could have been saved and you lose decades of growth. Leave a compromised tree standing and you risk it failing in the next storm.
Because our assessments are done by a certified arborist rather than a crew with a chainsaw, you get an honest evaluation of whether your tree can be pruned and preserved or needs removal. When a tree can be saved, we tell you.
Why Minnesota Storms Are Hard on Trees
Storm damage here is not random. A few local factors put Twin Cities trees at higher risk, and knowing them helps you understand your own yard:
- Straight-line winds and severe summer thunderstorms regularly move through the metro and can bring down even large, healthy trees when soil is saturated.
- Heavy wet snow and ice early and late in the season load branches with weight they were not built to carry, splitting limbs and whole trunks.
- Ash trees killed by emerald ash borer are especially dangerous in storms. A dead ash becomes brittle and can shatter or fall with little warning, and many older Twin Cities neighborhoods still have standing dead ash. If you have one, storm season is exactly when it becomes a threat.
The mature oaks, elms, and boulevard trees that make these suburbs beautiful are also the ones most likely to cause serious damage when they fail. Regular assessment before storm season is the best protection.
Serving Your Neighborhood
We provide storm cleanup and emergency tree removal across the west and north Twin Cities, including Plymouth, Wayzata, Minnetonka, Maple Grove, Deephaven, Long Lake, Medina, Golden Valley, Excelsior, Shorewood, Mound, Eden Prairie, and Edina, along with the surrounding communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you respond to storm damage?
We answer emergency calls 24 hours a day, every day. We prioritize situations where a tree has struck a structure or is blocking access, and we will tell you over the phone how quickly we can reach you.
Do you work with my insurance company?
Yes. We provide the documentation, photos, and written estimate your adjuster needs, and we work directly with your insurer and adjuster to handle the claim from start to finish.
What does storm damage cleanup cost?
Every storm situation is different, so we give you a clear estimate before any work begins. Emergency hazard removal, full debris cleanup, and hauling can be quoted together or separately depending on what you need.
Should I remove a leaning tree myself?
No. A leaning or partially uprooted tree is under heavy tension and is one of the most dangerous things to cut without training and the right equipment. Call us for a free assessment.
Do you remove dead ash trees before they fall?
Yes. Because dead ash is so likely to fail in a storm, we recommend removing them proactively rather than waiting. We can assess any ash trees on your property.
Storm damage does not wait,
and neither should you. If a tree on your property has become a hazard, call ArborGold for a certified arborist who will assess the situation honestly and clear it safely.
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ArborGold Inc. is recognized as one of the most trusted tree service companies thanks to our consistent commitment to quality, safety, and customer care. Our team of certified arborists brings extensive tree knowledge and a genuine passion for working outdoors, ensuring every project is handled with expert precision. This dedication to professional tree care is why homeowners rely on us for dependable service and complete peace of mind.
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Areas We Serve
- Minnetonka
- Plymouth
- Bloomington
- Eagan
- New Hope
- Twin Cities/Metro
- Minnetonka
- Plymouth
- Bloomington
- Eagan
- New Hope
- Twin Cities/Metro