Emergency and Storm Tree Removal in Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne Tree Co. takes on emergency tree removal across Fort Wayne, IN, for the tree that came through a roof, crushed a car or shut the only drive out. Storm-day rates climb to two or three times a booked-ahead figure, which is why we first sort out how much of the mess has to go today. New Haven, Huntertown, Leo-Cedarville and Grabill are on our list too, plus Woodburn and Monroeville.
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Which tree is it, and what made you pick up the phone? Someone rings back with a first range.
First thing would be clear the rooms in the house that are under the area that the tree fell on. Also stay back from any wires that are close to the house or on the ground.
- Weight off the roof before anyone touches yard wood
- Bent limbs read for spring before a saw goes near
- Wires stay I&M's until it says the line is dead
- Two quote lines, one for today and one for next week
- Mats down wherever the truck crosses soaked clay
Booked-ahead rate, before any rush
Typical prices per tree for Fort Wayne jobs, from the source below. Your quote follows a look at the job.
$450 to $860
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| Same day or next day | Often 2 to 3 times the booked-ahead rate |
|---|---|
| A 40 ft tree, booked ahead | $450 to $860 |
| A 60 ft tree, booked ahead | $670 to $1,290 |
| Lying clear on open ground | Usually cheaper than cutting it upright |
| Ice on trees, Dec 19, 2008 | About half an inch |
| A fallen street tree | Dial 311, it stays the city's |
Emergency Tree Removal Calls After a Fort Wayne Storm
Root Plate at the Porch
A full crown catches wind like a sail, and soaked ground gives the roots little to grip. The disc of roots can still shift once the trunk is cut free, so we check where it wants to settle first.
Limb on a Parked Car
Leave the car where it sits. Backing away with that weight on the hood can turn a dent into a smashed windshield. We lift the wood straight up in short pieces, and the car waits until the last one is gone.
Hung-Up Trunk
A broken stem caught in the next tree can hang for days, then drop with no wind at all. Nobody works under it. We get a line on it first and bring it down from the far side, and until then the yard below stays empty.
Ice-Loaded Limbs
The December 19, 2008 storm left about half an inch of ice on Fort Wayne trees, and limbs kept falling near I-69 and I-469. That weight stays on until the thaw. If a loaded limb is over the drive and hasn't let go, park on the street until then.
Smaller Storm Calls
A Limb on the House Wire
The line from the pole to your eaves can still be live with a branch on it, even when the lights are out. Report it to I&M and keep everyone away until a crew has dealt with it.
A Trunk Split Down the Middle
One half on the fence and one half still standing means the standing half has a wound as long as the crack. Keep people out of its reach until someone has looked at it up close.
When a Fallen Tree Counts as an Emergency
A fallen tree counts as an emergency when it has fallen on a building or on your only driveway. Also, if it’s hanging over a walkway, it can be dangerous for anyone walking under it. If the soil cracks on the opposite side of the tilt, this can be an emergency, as the tree could be about to fall. If this is an old crooked tree that has had a tilt for several years, there’s little to worry about, and it’s not considered any kind of emergency. If there’s any question about it, it’s always best to take a photo and send it to a tree service to evaluate.
How the Day Goes With a Tree on the House
- The look from the ground. The crew lead walks around it before anyone starts a saw and picks where the wood will land. Treat any wire touching it as hot until I&M says otherwise.
- Finding the spring. A bent limb holds its load like a leaf spring on a truck, and one wrong cut lets it jump or roll. We find where the strain sits, take small relief cuts and stand where it can’t reach.
- Weight off the roof. Sections leave the rafters tied off, highest piece first, and everyone stays off damaged framing.
- The way out. Next comes the drive, so cars and the roofer can get in. Mats go over wet ground wherever the truck has to cross it.
- The rest, quoted apart. Yard wood and the stump get booked apart, often for a dry day the next week.
Pay the Rush Price Once
Getting a tree company to come out the same day is going to cost what’s called a rush rate, where the crew charges a lot more money. If you can live without getting the car out, leave the limb and book it at the normal rate for next week. That way, you can potentially save a lot of money.
Keep It or Take It Down
After a storm, if there are just one or two limbs lost, this is typically not a big deal, and the tree will be fine. A big tear in the tree often happens because there is rot and decay inside the wood. A split or a weak fork can often stay hidden when you’re looking from the ground. It’s best to have a second look a couple of weeks after a storm.
Emergency Tree Removal Cost in Fort Wayne
Book it for today or tomorrow and the bill usually lands at 2 to 3 times the price of that same tree scheduled ahead.
| Tree or crew | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| 40-foot tree, booked ahead | $450 | $860 |
| 60-foot tree, booked ahead | $670 | $1,290 |
| 70-foot tree, booked ahead | $790 | $1,510 |
| Crew of three, per hour | $190 | $240 |
These are Fort Wayne going rates before any rush charge, and the multiple is a national one. A crane, the stump and the roofer come on top.
What affects the price
Every job is quoted after we see it. These are the things that move the number up or down.
| Factor | How it moves the price |
|---|---|
| Timing | Same-day often runs 2 to 3 times normal. |
| What is under it | A house or a live line adds hours. |
Emergency and Storm Tree Removal FAQs
Who removes a tree that falls across a street in Fort Wayne?
The city is responsible for a city street tree that falls across the street. You can dial 311 to get a hold of the city for this service. If someone is in danger, call 911.
Will car insurance pay when a tree falls on my car?
Usually, a car can be covered with full coverage. If it's liability only, the insurer will pay nothing. This usually comes from the auto policy, not the home policy. The deductible comes off first.
Can I cut up the tree before the adjuster comes?
Don't touch the tree. Take photos and call the insurer first. There should be wide shots and close shots. Any clearing can remove the proof that may be needed for insurance.
A crew knocked on my door after the storm. How much should I pay up front?
The Indiana Attorney General says never all of it, and no more than a third down. Get the bid in writing, and walk away from any deal good for today only.
Will Fort Wayne pick up my storm branches?
Not as a rule. The city has run one-off limb drives after bad storms, announced with deadlines, so check before you drag a pile to the curb.
Why won't anyone call me back after a storm?
After a big storm, usually all tree service crews have more calls than they can handle. They answer the most dangerous jobs first. A message that names what's going on with the tree is how it gets sorted out.
Get a quote on your emergency and storm tree removal
Tell us the street, about how tall the tree is and what grows or parks beneath it. You get a call with a range, broken into the tree, the stump and the haul.
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Call (260) 319-3650 to talk now, or describe the tree below and we will call you.