Severe weather in North Georgia can roll in fast—and when it does, trees often take the brunt of the damage. If you’re a homeowner in Canton, GA, and a storm just passed through your neighborhood, it’s important to act quickly and safely when dealing with downed or damaged trees.
At Complete Horticulture & Tree Service, we get dozens of calls each storm season from homeowners needing help with storm-damaged trees, fallen limbs, and trees that are suddenly leaning after high winds or heavy rain. Our team is trained to handle emergency tree situations safely, efficiently, and with full respect for your property.
Here’s what you should do if a storm has damaged trees on your property—and how we can help.
1. Check for Immediate Safety Hazards
Before anything else, do a walk-around of your property—but don’t get too close to damaged trees or limbs, especially if they’re touching:
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Power lines
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Roofs, gutters, or vehicles
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Fences or outbuildings
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Hanging precariously in other trees (“widowmakers”)
Fallen trees and snapped limbs can still shift, roll, or fall without warning. If a tree is on or near a utility line, do not touch it. Call 911 or your local utility provider immediately.
2. Document the Damage for Insurance
Take clear photos and videos of all visible damage, including:
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Broken limbs
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Trees that have fallen or split
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Damage to your roof, siding, driveway, or fencing
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Impacted outbuildings or landscape features
This documentation can help support your insurance claim if your homeowner’s policy covers storm-related tree damage.
3. Don’t Attempt DIY Tree Removal
We know the urge to “handle it yourself” is strong—especially if it looks like a simple cleanup. But the reality is, storm-damaged trees are unpredictable and dangerous. Weak limbs, hidden cracks, and unstable trunks can cause serious injuries or property damage when handled incorrectly.
At Complete Horticulture, we have the proper:
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Safety gear
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Ropes and rigging systems
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Bucket trucks and equipment
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Insurance coverage
That’s the kind of peace of mind you want when a dangerous tree needs to be removed fast.
4. Call for a Professional Tree Assessment
Not all storm-damaged trees need to be removed. In some cases, a professional pruning or structural cabling can save the tree and prevent future hazards. That’s why we always start with a full tree risk assessment.
We’ll evaluate:
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Structural damage
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Root system health
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Leaning or shifting trunks
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Cracked limbs and split trunks
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Proximity to your home or high-traffic areas
From there, we’ll recommend tree removal, pruning, or recovery care—always with your safety and long-term landscape value in mind.
5. Plan for Cleanup and Prevention
Once the immediate danger is handled, we can help you:
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Grind remaining stumps
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Haul away debris
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Re-grade soil and restore impacted landscaping
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Create a long-term tree health and safety plan
We can also assess other trees on your property that may have been weakened by the storm. It’s better to catch the next hazard before it becomes a problem.
Emergency Tree Removal in Canton, GA – We’re Ready to Help
Storms don’t run on business hours—and neither do we. At Complete Horticulture & Tree Service, we offer fast, responsive emergency tree services throughout Canton and surrounding North Georgia communities.
Our crews are trained for:
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Emergency tree removal
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Hazardous limb removal
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Insurance documentation and reporting
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Safe, professional cleanup
Whether it’s a single limb or an entire tree down across your property, you can count on us to handle it with care, speed, and professionalism.
Need Help With a Storm-Damaged Tree?
Call us now at 770-243-3984 for emergency service, or schedule an inspection online via our online form.
Proudly serving Canton, Woodstock, Ball Ground, Milton, Cumming, Holly Springs, and all of Cherokee County.
