What to Do When a Tree Falls on Your Property in Rhode Island After a Storm

A powerful storm just passed through Rhode Island, and now there’s a massive tree lying across your yard—or worse, on your house. It’s a stressful situation, but knowing exactly what to do next can help you stay safe, minimize damage, and get your property back to normal quickly.

In this blog, we’ll walk you through the steps to take immediately after a tree falls and explain how Sepe Tree’s 24-hour emergency tree removal services can help when you need them most.

Your first instinct may be to inspect the damage closely, but safety comes first. Fallen trees often bring hidden dangers like:

• Downed power lines
  
• Unstable branches or trunks
  
• Damage to roofs, vehicles, or fencing
  
• Blocked exits or driveways
  
  

Don’t attempt to remove the tree yourself, especially if it’s large or entangled with structures. Contact professionals who specialize in storm damage tree services.

Not every fallen tree requires an emergency response—but many do. Here's when to act fast and call a 24-hour tree service in Rhode Island:

• The tree has landed on your house or another structure
  
• The tree is blocking your driveway or road access
  
• There are large hanging limbs at risk of falling
  
• Electrical wires are involved
  
• The tree is leaning dangerously after the storm
  
  

Sepe Tree provides urgent, professional response across Rhode Island. Whether it’s 2 a.m. or during a weekend storm, we’re on call and ready to help.

For tree-related emergencies, your best bet is a licensed tree removal company with 24/7 availability. In Rhode Island, Sepe Tree is a trusted name for:

• Emergency tree removal
  
• Storm cleanup
  
• Fallen or uprooted tree handling
  
• Dangerous tree trimming
  
• Insurance coordination and documentation
  
  

Our team is fully equipped to handle everything from blocked roads to trees on rooftops—safely and efficiently.

In many cases, homeowners insurance does help with the cost of removing a fallen tree—but only if the tree caused damage to a covered structure, like your home or a fence.

If the tree falls without damaging anything, your policy might not cover the cost of removal. Check with your insurance provider right away and document the damage with photos before cleanup begins.

While some storm damage is unavoidable, preventative tree care can reduce the risk dramatically. Regular services like:



• Tree trimming
  
• Removal of dead or leaning trees
  
• Pruning overhanging limbs near your house
  
• Tree health inspections

…can prevent costly emergencies down the road. At Sepe Tree, we offer year-round tree maintenance tailored for Rhode Island’s climate. Don’t wait for a storm to strike—schedule a hazard assessment today.

If a tree has fallen on your property and you need immediate help, Sepe Tree is here 24/7. We offer emergency tree removal and storm cleanup services throughout Rhode Island—whether it’s day, night, or a holiday.

Don’t risk your safety or delay important repairs. Call 401-276-2828 now and let our experienced crew restore safety to your property.