After a wind event or heavy snow load, the instinct is to get outside and start cleaning up. We understand — but the first 30 minutes after storm damage are also the highest-risk window for homeowners who move too quickly.
Before you touch anything: look up. Hanging limbs — what arborists call “widow makers” — may look stable but can fall without warning. Check for branches caught in the canopy above ground level, any leaning that wasn’t there before, and cracks at the base of major limbs or the trunk itself.
If you see any of those signs, back away and call us. Our emergency response team serves Lane County and Benton County with same-day and next-day availability for hazardous conditions. We’ll assess the full picture safely, remove what needs to go, and give you an honest evaluation of what’s worth saving.