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Emergency & Storm Tree Removal in Inverness, FL
A tree on the roof or across the driveway after a storm is scary. Call and we'll try to connect you with a local tree pro who handles emergency and storm tree removal in Inverness and Citrus County.
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- Inverness and all of Citrus County
First, stay safe
- Get everyone out of rooms where a tree is on or through the roof.
- Stay far away from any downed or sagging power line. Assume it is live. Call Duke Energy or Withlacoochee River Electric, whichever serves you, and 911 if anyone is in danger.
- Do not try to cut a tree that is under tension or resting on a structure. Trunks and limbs can spring back with enormous force.
- If you smell gas, leave and call 911 and your gas provider.
What to do next
- Take photos of the tree, the damage and the roof from every side you safely can. Your insurance company will want them.
- Call your homeowner's insurance and ask what they cover for tree removal and emergency tarping.
- Call us to be connected with a tree pro. Tell them what the tree hit, how big it is and whether lines are involved.
- Get the price in writing before work starts, even in an emergency.
After a hurricane: be careful who you hire
After big storms, out-of-area crews and door knockers show up across Citrus County. Some are fine; some are not. Ask for a local address or phone, proof of insurance, and a written price. Don't pay the full amount up front, and never sign over your insurance claim to someone you just met. The Florida Attorney General and Citrus County both publish post-storm contractor tips worth a read.
Why storm removal costs more
A tree lying on a roof is far more work than a tree standing in a yard. Crews may need a crane, extra people and careful rigging to lift it off without more damage, and after a big storm they are booked solid. Expect emergency and after-hours work to cost more than a scheduled removal. Rough estimate ranges are in our cost guide.
Want to lower the risk before the next storm? Read about hurricane tree prep and tree trimming.
Other tree services
- Tree Removal
Dead, leaning, diseased or unwanted trees taken down safely.
- Tree Trimming
Oak pruning, crown thinning and limbs off the roof.
- Stump Grinding
Grind old stumps below grade so you can mow or replant.
- Land & Lot Clearing
Clear brush, scrub and trees from lots and acreage.
- Hurricane Tree Prep
Thin canopies and remove risky trees before storm season.
- Palm Tree Trimming
Dead fronds, seed pods and palm removal.
Areas
- Tree service in Inverness
- Tree removal in Floral City
- Tree removal in Hernando
- Tree removal in Lecanto
- Tree removal in Crystal River
- Tree removal in Beverly Hills
- Tree removal in Inverness Highlands
Questions people ask
Can someone come out tonight?
Sometimes. Emergency availability depends on the day, the weather and how many calls crews already have. We will tell you honestly if we can't find someone right away.
Will insurance pay for tree removal?
It depends on your policy and what the tree hit. Many policies cover removal when a tree damages a covered structure. Call your insurer and keep photos and receipts.
Should I cut the tree off my roof myself?
No. Trees on structures are under tension and can shift or spring back. Leave it to an insured pro with the right gear.
Get a free quote
Leave your details and a local tree pro can call you back. For the fastest help, call Call Now (352) 464-9861.
Inverness Tree Removal is a free referral service. We do not perform tree work and do not hold a contractor license. Calls and requests are passed to independent, local tree service companies who set their own prices, do the work, and are solely responsible for it. Always ask any company for proof of insurance and a written quote before work starts.