Storm-Damaged Trees? What to Do After Severe Weather in the Lowcountry
Severe weather is a fact of life in the Lowcountry, with hurricanes, tropical storms, and strong winds posing a constant threat to trees. After a storm, it’s essential to assess any damage quickly and take the right steps to ensure safety and protect the long-term health of your landscape.
At Kolcun Tree Care, our ISA-certified arborists have over 20 years of experience helping homeowners and businesses recover from storm-damaged trees. Whether you need tree removal, emergency tree services, or expert pruning, we’re here to restore your property safely and efficiently.
Step 1: Assess Tree Damage Safely
Before taking action, inspect your trees carefully while keeping safety in mind. Some damage may be obvious, while other issues, like internal cracks or root instability, can be harder to spot.
Signs of Severe Tree Damage:
- Large broken or hanging branches
- Uprooted or leaning trees
- Cracks in the trunk or major limbs
- Exposed or lifted roots
- Splintered bark or deep wounds
If you notice any of these issues, stay clear of unstable trees and call a certified arborist for an assessment.
Step 2: Determine if a Tree Can Be Saved
Not all storm-damaged trees need to be removed. In many cases, proper tree pruning can help trees recover. However, some damage is too severe, requiring professional removal.
Step 3: Schedule Emergency Tree Removal if Needed
If a tree has fallen on your home, driveway, or power lines, don’t attempt to handle it yourself. Emergency tree removal requires specialized equipment and expertise.
Step 4: Prune and Trim Remaining Trees for Recovery
Trees that survive a storm often have broken limbs, torn bark, or exposed wounds. Proper tree pruning helps them heal by removing damaged branches and encouraging healthy regrowth.
Step 5: Strengthen Trees for Future Storms
Storm damage prevention starts long before a hurricane arrives. Investing in professional tree care helps your trees withstand high winds and extreme weather conditions.
How Kolcun Tree Care Can Help
When storms strike, fast action is essential. Kolcun Tree Care provides expert tree removal, tree pruning, stump grinding, and emergency tree services throughout Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, Savannah, and the surrounding Lowcountry.
Need Storm Damage Assistance? Call Kolcun Tree Care Today
If a storm has damaged your trees, don’t wait until the next one to take action. Whether you need tree removal, pruning, or expert tree health care, Kolcun Tree Care is ready to help.
Call us today at 843-757-8050 to schedule an assessment, or submit an inquiry through our website.
