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Your safety comes first — stay clear of the area, avoid downed power lines, and call 911 if there’s immediate danger. 

Once it’s safe, contact Mathews Tree Service for emergency response. 

We’ll assess the damage, secure the area, and begin the removal process while documenting everything for your insurance company. 

Emergency tree removal involves added risk, equipment, and timing 

— often in the middle of the night, during storms, or around live power.

These situations require specialized crews, heavy machinery, and immediate dispatch, which is why prices are higher than standard removals.

We believe in transparency. 

You’ll always get a clear estimate before work begins, with no hidden fees.

Is emergency tree removal covered by homeowners' insurance?
In many cases, yes — if the tree caused damage to a covered structure such as your home, garage, or fence. However, every policy is different. 

Our team works directly with insurance adjusters to ensure accurate documentation and fair reimbursement for storm-related damage. 

An emergency involves an immediate threat to safety or property, such as:

• A tree that has fallen on a house, vehicle, or power line
•  A large branch blocking driveways or trapping you in
•  A tree leaning dangerously after wind, rain, or ice storms

If you’re unsure, call us — we’ll help assess the risk and dispatch a crew if needed.

Yes. Safety is our top priority. We coordinate with local utility providers to flag and secure power or communication lines before performing any removal near live wires. 

Absolutely. Once the tree is safely removed, we can haul away debris, chip branches, and grind the stump. Some homeowners choose to regrade or replant the area 

— we can assist with that, too.
👉 See our Stump Grinding Services for more information. 

Yes — Mathews Tree Service is fully licensed, insured, and follows ANSI Z133 and ISA safety standards. We’re equipped for hazardous removals, crane-assisted jobs, and disaster cleanup throughout Cookeville and the Middle Tennessee area. 

We provide 24/7 emergency tree removal.

Our crews are on-call during major storms and can often respond within hours, 

depending on road conditions and local demand. 

That’s considered a potential hazard. We’ll inspect the tree and determine whether it requires emergency removal or if trimming, bracing, or cabling can stabilize it.
👉 Learn more on our Tree Removal Page. 

In most cases, you’re responsible for removing the tree and repairing any damage — unless your neighbor was negligent (for example, ignoring a clearly dead or unsafe tree). 

Your homeowners insurance typically covers the removal and damage.

Our team can document the situation for insurance adjusters to help your claim move faster. 

Immediately.

A fallen or leaning tree poses a safety hazard and can worsen structural damage over time. The sooner it’s removed, the safer and cheaper the process.

Mathews Tree Service offers 24/7 emergency response throughout Cookeville and Middle Tennessee — we’re ready to act fast after any storm. 

That can still qualify as an emergency if it prevents you from leaving your property or emergency vehicles from reaching your home. We prioritize accessibility and safety — our crews can clear access quickly, even if full removal must wait for daylight or utility clearance.