Emergency & Storm Work
Storm Damage TreeClearance AcrossStafford & Staffordshire.
After the storm passes, the cleanup begins — fallen trees, broken limbs, blocked drives and damaged fences. We clear, document and dispose, fast.
✓ Insurance-ready reports · 24/7 storm response · £5m insured
What is Storm Damage Clearance?
Major storms — Eunice, Arwen, Ciarán — leave Staffordshire's tree population battered. Branches down, root plates lifted, splits in the canopy, hangers snagged in adjacent trees. Clearing it all up safely takes the same skills as routine tree work, scaled up to handle volume and unpredictability.
We mobilise additional crew and chipping capacity during named storm events. Job priority is set by hazard: fallen trees on buildings or roads first, then dangerous hangers, then routine clearance.
Every job is documented with before/after photos and an itemised scope suitable for insurance claims. Most domestic clearance jobs are completed in 1–2 days from initial call.
Who It's For
- Homeowners and landlords with storm-damaged trees
- Property managers handling multiple sites
- Insurers needing same-week clearance scheduled
- Estates and farms with multiple trees down
When It's Needed
- Trees or branches down after a storm
- Blocked driveways, paths or access routes
- Damage to fences, sheds or outbuildings
- Hangers caught up in surrounding trees
What Happens If You Leave It
Storm damage gets worse with time. Splits widen, hangers shift, weakened roots fail in the next gust. The first calm day after a storm is the cheapest day to deal with it — leave it three weeks and you're paying for second-event damage too.
Burning storm waste in your garden is illegal in many areas (especially during dry conditions) and can result in fines or fire liability. We chip on site or remove to licensed waste facilities.
Our 5-Step Process
Free Site Inspection
We visit, listen and assess access, hazards and surrounding structures before quoting a single penny.
Written Diagnosis & Quote
You get a clear scope of works, fixed price and method statement — usually within 24 hours of the visit.
Scheduled Visit
We agree a date that suits you, confirm the day before and arrive on time with the right kit and crew.
Safe Execution
Risk assessments and permits handled. Roping, rigging and cutting carried out to NPTC and BS 3998 standards.
Clearance & Sign-Off
All arisings removed (or chipped/logged for you), site swept clean, photos sent and invoice issued.
Why Choose RJ Hutchinson
Surge-Capacity Crew
Additional climbers and chippers mobilised during named storms.
Priority Triage
Hazards cleared first; routine jobs scheduled in order of urgency.
Insurance Documentation
Photos, scope and cost — everything your insurer needs to approve.
All Waste Removed
Chip away or to licensed disposal. Nothing left for you to deal with.
Multi-Site Capable
Estates and managing agents handled in coordinated sweeps.
Honest Triage Advice
We tell you what's urgent and what can wait — not everything's an emergency.
Storm Damage Clearance: The Full Detail
What Happens In a Major Storm Event
Named storms typically produce 100+ call-outs across Staffordshire over 48 hours. We work to a triage system: life-safety risks (trees on houses, road blockages) within hours; significant property risks (hangers over driveways, leaning trees) within 24 hours; routine clearance within the following week.
If your job isn't immediately life-threatening, we'll be honest about timing. A fallen tree at the back of a paddock can wait three days. A split limb hanging over your kitchen window cannot.
Insurance, Liability & Documentation
Storm damage from named events is usually covered by buildings insurance. We provide an itemised report compatible with most major UK insurers (Aviva, Direct Line, NFU, etc), including before/after photographs, dated quotation and method statement.
If a neighbour's tree caused damage to your property, the legal position is more complex. We can supply expert reports for legal proceedings if needed.
Every job is covered by £5m Public Liability Insurance and carried out under method statements and risk assessments tailored to your site.
Storm Damage Clearance — Frequently Asked Questions
How soon can you clear my storm damage?+
Life-safety hazards: same day. Routine clearance: usually within 3–7 days of a major event.
Will my insurance pay for it?+
Most buildings policies cover storm damage from named events. We supply the documentation needed.
Do you provide written reports?+
Yes — photos, itemised scope and cost, suitable for insurance submission.
What about my neighbour's tree on my property?+
We can clear it; the cost recovery is between you, the neighbour and respective insurers.
Can you handle multiple sites?+
Yes — managing agents and estates handled in coordinated multi-day sweeps.
How is it priced?+
Fixed quote on arrival, before any work starts. Premium hours apply for genuine out-of-hours.
Do you take all the wood away?+
Yes by default; we can leave logs for firewood on request.
Are you insured for storm work?+
Fully — £5m PL covers storm response as standard.
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Free site visit, fixed-price written quote, no pressure. Call directly or send a few details — most quotes back within 24 hours.