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Steps to Take After a Tree Falls on Your Home

Steps to Take After a Tree Falls on Your Home

Living in an older neighborhood is an amazing experience. Beautiful architecture, good schools, friendly neighbors, and tree-lined streets.…

Jul 22,2025

What to Do If a Tree Falls on Your House

Living in an older neighborhood is an amazing experience. Beautiful architecture, good schools, friendly neighbors, and tree-lined streets. Unfortunately, having well-established trees can be a disadvantage, especially if a tree falls on your house, blocks access to the street, or takes down power lines. At Sesmas Tree Service, we understand how scary and dangerous trees falling on your house can be, and we provide comprehensive tree removal services in Atlanta, GA to restore safety and peace of mind. If you are the victim of a fallen tree, knowing what to do can prevent further issues and costly repairs.

Steps to Take After a Tree Falls on Your Home

Evacuate the Premises

If you or your family are in the house when a tree falls, evacuate everyone as soon as possible. Be cautious of electrical and gas lines, and do not use your cellphone to call for help until you are away from the house. Additionally, assess your surroundings and use the safest route possible to get out and away from the house.

Call Emergency Services

Once everyone is at a safe distance, call emergency services to send the appropriate responders for your safety needs. If anyone is injured or killed, let the dispatcher know when you call. It is advisable to remain at the scene as you wait for medical care or an ambulance. Additionally, use warning signs to steer passersby away from the fallen tree, especially if it crosses over the property fence and onto the street.

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Call the Insurance Company

The next step is to call the insurance company so they can assess the damage and cover any emergencies, tree removal, or other details covered in your policy. If the tree falls on your neighbor’s property, they will need to make a claim on their policy, but your coverage provider should be aware of the damage. When the damage or removal is not covered, call a trusted tree care company for an estimate to avoid hidden charges.

Contact Appropriate Service Providers

Fallen trees cause a lot of damage that requires different contractors and tree service providers to prevent further issues and secure your home. Even if the tree misses your house and nearby structures, roots can extend under the property, causing damage to the foundation. So, hire a builder or contractor to check for signs of structural damage and a tree service provider to handle removal.

Other Things You Can Do to Ensure Safety

Once you deal with the fallen tree and the subsequent damage, implementing preventive measures is crucial to mitigate such scenarios in the future. Here are other things you can do to ensure the safety of your trees and loved ones.

Customer Reviews

3 large Leyland Cypress trees removed near front of our home. Excellent service, professional crew, very competitive pricing for superior work! Rolando provided the initial estimate and the  follow up and was the best in terms of customer relations. I'd both use this company again AND highly recommend them.

Susan Hitchcock

This is the 2nd time we have used Sesmas Tree Service. They are a wonderful company to deal with. They were on time, professional, and very thorough. They cleaned up prior to leaving and went out of their way to protect our plants and landscaping. And they kept to their proposal with no hidden cost or add ons. Definitely a five star experience!

Gene McFadden

Wow!  I deal with tree services in my professional work and I can honestly say Sesmas is by far the most professional, best equipped, efficient, safety conscious, and communicative service I've ever encountered.  Their price was very reasonable and they even went so far as to include additional work without increasing the price.  Call them!  Now! They are very quick to respond.

Scott McLendon

We've used Sesmas several times and have always received excellent service.  Estimates are quick and easy and the crew is efficient and leaves the property clean of debris.  Recently we needed a tree removed next to a heavily landscaped area.  Sebastian went over everything with me in detail and listened to my concerns.  The crew did an excellent job in removing the tree with minimal disturbance to the surrounding area.  We are pleased and will consider them again in the future for pruning and tree removal.

Tonia Griswold

Sesmas Tree Service was amazing! I had two dead trees cut and a lot of trees that were already down on my property removed. Sebastian came out and sent the quote in writing within 24 hours. We were in the process of scheduling the service when a slot opened up sooner snd I was able to go ahead and get the work done. Everything was explained ahead of time for what to expect. The crew was very efficient and professional.  All of the work and cleanup was done in one day. I would recommend Sesmas for your tree cutting/cleanup needs.

LaDora Woods

I hired Sesmas to cut down a very tricky tree that was hanging over my house as well as a few large limbs. They did a great job and had the machinery to get the job done right.

Perry Hartman

Great experience with Sesmas. They were meticulous with my tree removal, safe and efficient. David’s communication throughout the process was much appreciated. Highly recommend!

Lindsay Ellenburg

Great experience with Sesmas Tree Service. The arborist who came out was a Board Certified Master Arborist, and you could immediately tell he knew his stuff. He took the time to explain what needed to be done, gave us clear options, and helped us feel confident from start to finish. The whole process was easy and professional. We’ll definitely use them again.

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Schedule Regular Inspections

Hire a tree care company to inspect, diagnose, and address issues annually, or whenever there has been tree damage or an injury. Early intervention when it comes to trees is crucial to prevent minor issues from escalating and causing serious hazards down the line. Also, professionals can determine when it is time to eliminate a tree, especially during infestations, infections, or decay.

Mulch Regularly

Mulching is a crucial tree maintenance practice that adds nutrients to the soil and helps retain moisture for your trees. Consult a professional arborist to determine the best mulch material for your trees and whether fertilization is necessary. Healthy and sturdy trees are less likely to fall, giving you peace of mind knowing your house is safe year-round.

Contact a Tree Care Company

Whether a tree has fallen on your property or you want to maintain a healthy yard, working with professional tree service providers is crucial. Contact us at Sesmas Tree Service to learn more about fallen trees and how we can help you avoid hazardous situations. We provide comprehensive services, keeping your outdoor spaces safe and functional for many years to come.

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