SERVPRO of South Nashville - Trees fell on my house after a storm - what now?

11/16/2020 (Permalink)

When a tree falls on a house, the damages can be extensive and troublesome to repair. When a tree is driven into your home by severe weather, those damages can be catastrophic and life-threatening.

Knowing what to do and which Storm Repair Company to call to remove a tree and clean up the flood water will help you get your home restored fully and quickly.

What Happens After a Tree Impact

When a tree impacts your home, the entire structure may be compromised regardless of where it falls. If the tree has fallen directly on your roof, it could lead to permanent structural damage that could cost of hundreds of thousands of dollars to repair. Even if the tree isn’t a direct hit to your foundation, it could damage your plumbing, causing pipes to be dislodged and lead to a flood. This could potentially be worse if the problem isn’t caught quickly.

Why Do Trees Fall During Severe Storms?

During severe weather events, the damage caused by the tree’s impact can be exacerbated by wind-driven rain or snow entering your home through the hole in the roof. During a flood, massive amounts of erosion can take place, loosening the hold that trees have in the ground. This instability, coupled with the force of moving water and wind, can easily topple your healthy tree onto your home.

What To Do After Flooding Due to Tree Impact?

First and foremost, make sure not to panic. This is why you have insurance. Once you have a chance to document everything with pictures and narrated videos, make sure to do the following:

• Shut off the water supply to the house.
• Shut off the electricity to avoid electrocution.
• Prepare an evacuation kit, including personal documents, clothes, electronic device chargers, snacks, and valuables.

At the same time that you contact a 24-hour emergency tree service, make sure to also make the call to SERVPRO South Nashville today at (615) 331-0200 for a consultation.