Emergency Tree Service in Lansing, MI
When severe weather, high winds, ice storms, or unexpected tree failures threaten your Lansing property, Lansing Tree Service provides immediate emergency tree service available 24/7 for both residential and commercial clients. Our rapid-response team handles urgent situations including storm-damaged trees, fallen limbs on roofs and vehicles, trees leaning dangerously toward structures, and hazardous branches blocking roadways or entangled in power lines. With Michigan's unpredictable weather patterns bringing heavy snow loads, damaging ice accumulation, and summer thunderstorms, we maintain readiness with fully-equipped crews, chainsaws, rigging equipment, and emergency lighting to safely address tree-related disasters at any hour.
We specialize in critical services including fallen tree removal, storm cleanup, emergency limb cutting, roof and structure protection, temporary tree stabilization, and coordination with utility companies for safe power line clearance. Our certified arborists quickly assess structural stability, identify widow makers and hanging branches, and implement safe removal strategies even in challenging conditions. From wind-damaged trees split at the trunk to lightning-struck specimens requiring immediate extraction, Lansing Tree Service combines rapid deployment with professional expertise to prevent further property damage, restore safety, and minimize insurance claims. Our emergency crews arrive promptly with cranes, wood chippers, and debris removal equipment to handle catastrophic tree failures and protect your most valuable assets when every minute counts.
Our Emergency Tree Services
We respond quickly, secure hazards, remove fallen or unstable trees, and restore the site so properties and people are safe. We handle both residential yards and commercial sites, coordinate with utilities and insurers, and document work for claims when needed.
24/7 Response for Urgent Tree Removal
We operate around the clock to remove trees that pose an immediate risk to life, vehicles, buildings, or access routes. When you call, we dispatch an on-call crew with a certified arborist or lead technician and equipped trucks, chainsaws, wood chippers, and rigging gear.
On arrival, we perform a rapid risk assessment and stabilize the situation to prevent further damage. We prioritize safe felling, sectional dismantling, or lowering for trees near structures and power lines. We communicate arrival time, estimated scope, and any temporary safety measures to property owners or site managers.
Storm Damage
Cleanup
We clear trees and large branches after thunderstorms, ice storms, or heavy winds to reopen driveways, parking areas, and building access. Our crews separate hazards from general debris and prioritize routes for emergency vehicle access on commercial and institutional properties.
We use heavy equipment for large trunks and staged removal for unstable trees close to structures. Our team assesses secondary risks such as root heave, leaning stems, and cracked limbs that could fail later. We also flag trees that need follow-up evaluation or pruning to prevent repeat emergencies.
Fallen or Hazardous Limb Removal
We remove partially detached limbs, cracked leaders, and hanging forks that pose an immediate drop risk. Our technicians use rope descent and aerial techniques when limbs are high in the canopy and rigging systems when lowering near roofs, fences, or vehicles.
We stabilize limbs with temporary supports as needed to protect property while performing safe cuts. For large or complex removals, we assign a certified arborist to plan cuts that minimize impact to the remaining tree and surrounding structures.
Emergency Tree Services for Commercial and Residential Properties
We respond 24/7 to remove hazardous trees, clear debris, stabilize leaning trunks, and provide insurance-ready documentation. Our crews deploy cranes, bucket trucks, and chainsaw teams depending on the job size and site constraints.
Customized Solutions for Businesses
We assess risks to structures, parking lots, and utility lines before work begins. For large commercial sites, we provide site-specific plans that include traffic control, crane placement, power coordination with utility companies, and a timeline for work to minimize customer disruption.
Our crews stage equipment to protect landscaping and store entrances. We document damage and provide itemized reports and photos for insurance claims and municipal permitting when required. For high-rise or confined-site removals, we use sectional rigging and cranes to lower heavy limbs safely.
We offer priority response contracts for property managers and municipal accounts. Those contracts include scheduled inspections after storms, guaranteed response windows, and invoicing options tailored to recurring commercial clients.
Residential Tree Emergency Support
We prioritize safety around homes, garages, and play areas during every emergency call. Our crews secure the scene, stabilize compromised trees with temporary bracing if needed, and remove fallen trees from roofs and driveways using controlled cutting and mechanical winches.
We handle root plate failures and uprooted trees, grinding stumps and removing hazardous debris the same day when possible. We coordinate with insurers by providing detailed damage reports and photos to speed claims processing for homeowners.
We work in tight yards using bucket trucks or hand rigging to avoid damaging fences, patios, and underground utilities. Homeowners can request same-day estimates and flexible payment options including direct billing to insurance when authorized.
Why Choose Our Emergency Tree Service
Certified and Experienced Arborists
We have provided tree care across Lansing for 20 years, handling emergency removals, storm damage, and hazardous limb mitigation. Our crew includes ISA-certified arborists and certified tree care professionals who assess tree health, identify structural failures, and design removal or remedial pruning plans that prevent repeat problems. We document our work with on-site assessments and written quotes that list the hazard, recommended action, and time estimate.
State-of-the-Art Equipment
We use modern aerial lifts, rope access gear, and a fleet of chipper trucks sized for urban and commercial sites. Our equipment choices match the job type, so we can remove large trunks from tight yards, clear fallen trees from driveways, and grind stumps with minimal disturbance. We maintain equipment to manufacturer standards and replace worn parts promptly to reduce delays. For large or complicated jobs, we stage cranes and rigging systems and coordinate traffic control.
Safety and Insurance Commitment
We run mandatory safety briefings for every shift and require personal protective equipment for all personnel. Our procedures include fall protection, clearly marked exclusion zones, and spotters for chainsaw and crane operations to reduce risk to workers and bystanders. We carry full liability insurance and workers compensation that covers residential and commercial projects in Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Tree Services
Yes, Lansing Tree Service provides 24/7 emergency tree removal services year-round including nights, weekends, and holidays. We understand that tree emergencies don't follow business hours, especially during Michigan storms, ice events, and high winds. Our emergency response team is always on-call with fully equipped trucks, chainsaws, cranes, and safety gear ready to deploy. We respond to fallen trees, trees on structures, blocked roadways, and hazardous situations requiring immediate attention for both residential and commercial properties throughout Lansing.
Lansing Tree Service typically responds to emergency tree situations within 1-3 hours depending on severity, location, and current weather conditions. Life-threatening situations like trees on occupied structures or blocking critical access receive priority response, often within 60 minutes. During major storm events affecting multiple properties, response times may extend to 3-6 hours. We assess each situation upon contact, provide an estimated arrival time, and dispatch our nearest available crew with appropriate equipment like bucket trucks and rigging systems.
Emergency tree service includes trees that have fallen on homes, vehicles, or structures causing damage, trees blocking roadways or driveways, trees on power lines creating electrical hazards, and dangerously leaning trees at imminent risk of falling. Lansing Tree Service also handles storm-damaged trees with large broken limbs hanging precariously, trees uprooted but still standing, and trees threatening property during active weather events. Situations requiring immediate response to prevent injury, further property damage, or restore critical access qualify as emergencies.
Emergency tree removal typically costs $500 to $3,000+ depending on tree size, location, damage severity, and complexity. Lansing Tree Service charges premium rates for after-hours, weekend, and holiday emergency response due to immediate crew deployment and equipment mobilization. Trees on structures, near power lines, or requiring crane work cost more. Simple fallen trees blocking driveways may cost $500-$1,000, while complex removals involving structural damage can exceed $2,500. We provide transparent pricing and work directly with insurance companies.
Homeowners insurance typically covers emergency tree removal when the tree falls due to covered perils like windstorms, lightning, ice, or hail and causes damage to insured structures. Most policies cover $500-$1,000 per tree for removal from structures. Lansing Tree Service provides detailed documentation, photographs, and works directly with insurance adjusters to facilitate claims. Preventative removal of hazardous trees or maintenance isn't usually covered. We recommend reviewing your specific policy and can help navigate the claims process for storm-damaged trees.