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Recent natural disasters have uprooted thousands of trees and broken branches that have cost residents millions of dollars in property damage. Although you may be compelled to begin removing debris on your own, consult an emergency tree service instead. Storm damage cleanup can be dangerous and should only be performed by trained professionals.

Why You Should Avoid DIY Storm Damage Cleanup

1. Improper Equipment

Fallen trees and large broken branches can be dangerous to clear on your own. Without the proper equipment, you may be putting yourself at unnecessary risk. That’s why OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires all tree services to have access to protective gear, including respiratory devices and shields and barriers. Contractors will also have the necessary tools to clear debris and perform safe tree removal, such as cranes.

2. Dangerous Hazards 

storm damage cleanupDowned trees may have damaged nearby power lines. If you attempt to clear debris near live wires, you could knock out power in your neighborhood or electrocute yourself, which can cause serious injury or death. Storm damage cleanup experts have experience dealing with these situations and will carefully remove debris without disturbing the power lines.

3. Potential Problems

Dangerous conditions may not be visible to the untrained eye. Trees struck by severe storms may suffer from structural issues and fall at any time. Residential tree services can inspect standing trees for potential signs of collapse. If the tree needs to be removed for safety reasons, professionals can direct where the tree falls so it doesn’t damage your property.

 

Don’t attempt to perform dangerous storm damage cleanup on your own; contact Rivertown Tree Service in Hastings, MN. For over 42 years, their team of tree experts has helped residents of Dakota and Washington counties with tree removal and trimming, stump grinding, and debris and land clearing for residential and commercial properties. They use state-of-the-art equipment and tools to successfully remove hazards to create a safe environment for their clients. Call (651) 438-3704 for immediate tree removal assistance on your property or visit their website to learn more about tree care.

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