We provide around-the-clock emergency services for trees that are deemed hazardous, that may be damaged from high wind and storms.
Severe weather can turn a healthy-looking tree into an immediate hazard within minutes. Fallen trees, broken limbs, uprooted trees, and storm-damaged branches can threaten homes, vehicles, driveways, power lines, and other areas of your property.
When that happens, you need an experienced tree service with the equipment and crew necessary to assess the situation and safely begin the cleanup process.
Always Trees provides professional emergency tree service and storm damage tree removal throughout Huntsville, Madison, Owens Cross Roads, Hampton Cove, Hazel Green, Meridianville, and surrounding North Alabama communities.
From fallen trees and dangerous hanging limbs to major storm cleanup, our experienced crews are equipped to handle challenging tree situations safely and efficiently.
Not every damaged tree requires immediate removal. However, certain situations shouldn't be ignored or postponed.
A tree emergency generally involves a tree or limb that creates an immediate or developing threat to people, structures, vehicles, access points, or surrounding property.
Contact a professional tree service when you discover:
Storm damage isn't always obvious from the ground. A tree can remain standing while having significant broken limbs or structural damage high within its canopy.
When you're unsure about the condition of a storm-damaged tree, having it professionally evaluated can help determine whether immediate action is necessary.
North Alabama is no stranger to severe weather.
Strong thunderstorms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, lightning, heavy rainfall, and saturated soil can all cause significant tree damage throughout the Huntsville area.
Sometimes the result is obvious — an entire tree falls.
Other times, storms leave behind weakened trees that may become dangerous days or even weeks later.
Always Trees can assist with:
The appropriate response depends on the amount of damage and the condition of the individual tree.
In some situations, selective trimming can remove damaged branches while preserving the tree. In others, extensive structural damage may make complete tree removal the safest option.
A tree falling onto a house is one of the most complicated situations a tree service can encounter.
The goal isn't simply to remove the tree as quickly as possible.
The tree must be removed in a controlled manner that minimizes the possibility of causing additional damage to the structure.
Large trunks and limbs can weigh thousands of pounds. Once a tree is resting against a home, roof, garage, fence, or other structure, the way that weight is distributed becomes extremely important.
Removing the wrong section first can cause the remaining tree to shift unexpectedly.
Depending on the situation, our crews may use specialized equipment, ropes, rigging systems, controlled cutting techniques, and other methods to carefully dismantle the tree.
This is not a situation where homeowners should attempt DIY tree removal.
If a tree has fallen on your home, keep people away from the affected area and contact experienced professionals to evaluate the situation.
One of the most easily overlooked storm hazards is a branch that breaks but doesn't immediately fall.
These branches are sometimes referred to as hanging or suspended limbs.
They can remain caught within surrounding branches and appear relatively stable from the ground. In reality, they may fall without warning.
Large hanging limbs can pose a significant risk to:
Avoid walking or parking underneath damaged trees after severe weather.
Professional tree crews have the equipment necessary to access damaged branches and remove them in a controlled manner.
The first priority after severe weather should always be safety.
Don't walk underneath broken limbs or attempt to inspect severely damaged trees from directly below.
A partially broken branch can fall suddenly.
If a tree or branch is touching, hanging near, or has brought down a power line, do not approach it.
Treat all downed utility lines as energized and contact the appropriate utility provider or emergency authority.
Chainsaws, ladders, damaged trees, and overhead branches are an especially dangerous combination.
Storm-damaged trees are often under unusual tension and compression. Cutting a branch or trunk can cause it to move unexpectedly.
If your home, garage, fence, vehicle, or other insured property has been damaged, take photographs and video from a safe location before cleanup begins when possible.
This documentation may be useful when communicating with your insurance provider.
Once immediate electrical and life-safety hazards have been addressed, an experienced tree service can evaluate the damaged trees and determine the safest approach to removal or trimming.
Tree damage and insurance coverage can vary depending on the circumstances, your insurance carrier, and your individual policy.
When a tree damages an insured structure, homeowners may need documentation showing both the damage and the work necessary to safely remove the tree.
Before cleanup begins, take clear photographs and video whenever it is safe to do so.
Useful documentation may include:
Always Trees can provide documentation related to the tree work performed, but homeowners should contact their insurance carrier directly regarding coverage, deductibles, reimbursement, and claim requirements.
Storm damage doesn't automatically mean a tree needs to be removed.
Some trees can be preserved through professional trimming and removal of damaged branches.
The decision depends on several factors, including:
A healthy tree with isolated limb damage may simply need professional pruning.
A tree with a split trunk, substantial root failure, severe lean, or extensive structural damage may need to be removed.
The objective should be to determine the safest long-term solution rather than automatically removing every damaged tree.
Different types of storm damage require different solutions.
Complete removal may be necessary when:
Trimming may be appropriate when:
Our team can evaluate the situation and recommend the appropriate approach based on the condition of the tree and the surrounding property.
Storm cleanup can be considerably more complicated than routine tree work because damaged trees may be unstable and access to the property may be limited.
We first evaluate the tree, surrounding structures, access points, hanging branches, and other hazards.
This helps determine what needs immediate attention and how the work can be performed safely.
Every storm-damaged tree behaves differently.
We determine how the tree or damaged sections can be safely dismantled and what equipment will be necessary.
When necessary, damaged limbs and sections of the tree are carefully cut and controlled using appropriate equipment and rigging techniques.
Trees resting on structures may need to be dismantled section by section.
Once the immediate hazard has been addressed, branches, trunk sections, and other tree debris associated with the work can be removed from the property.
When severe weather affects one tree, it may have damaged others nearby.
Before leaving, it can be worthwhile to identify additional broken limbs or visible hazards that may require attention.
Emergency tree service is important after severe weather, but preventative tree maintenance can sometimes reduce the amount of damage before a storm arrives.
Routine tree trimming can identify and remove:
Trees with significant lean, trunk decay, root problems, or other structural concerns should also be evaluated before severe weather exposes those weaknesses.
No tree service can guarantee that a tree will withstand a major storm or tornado. However, addressing known hazards before severe weather arrives can help reduce avoidable risks.
Emergency tree work requires experience, planning, and the right equipment.
Storm-damaged trees can be unpredictable. Limbs may be under tremendous tension, trunks may shift as sections are removed, and trees resting against structures require careful dismantling.
Always Trees combines an experienced crew with professional tree removal and rigging equipment to handle challenging storm cleanup situations throughout the Huntsville area.
Our emergency and storm tree services include:
We are locally owned and experienced with the types of trees, properties, and severe weather conditions found throughout North Alabama.
Always Trees provides emergency and storm tree services throughout Huntsville and surrounding communities, including:
Huntsville • Madison • Owens Cross Roads • Hampton Cove • Hazel Green • Meridianville and surrounding North Alabama areas
Whether you're dealing with a single broken limb or significant tree damage across your property, our team can evaluate the situation and determine the safest approach.
If a storm has left you with a fallen tree, dangerous hanging limbs, an uprooted tree, or tree damage threatening your home or property, don't put yourself at risk trying to handle it alone.
Contact Always Trees for professional emergency tree service and storm damage tree removal in Huntsville and throughout North Alabama.
Call or text Always Trees at (256) 479-2990 for assistance.