24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE
24/7 emergency tree service in South Shore MA. Storm damage, fallen trees, hazardous limbs. Real people answer. Call 508-369-5009.
ISA Certified Arborists
Internationally recognized credentials
Fully Insured & Licensed
Complete liability coverage
24/7 Emergency Service
Real people answer the phone
Serving 60+ Towns
All of South Shore MA
When a tree falls on your roof at 2 AM during a nor'easter, you need a crew that answers the phone and shows up fast. Southeast Arborist provides 24/7 emergency tree service across the South Shore of Massachusetts — from Cohasset and Scituate on the coast to Plymouth, Hingham, and Norwell inland. We are not a call center. When you dial our emergency line, a real person answers and dispatches a crew to your location.
The South Shore is one of the most storm-exposed regions in New England. Nor'easters bring sustained winds of 40 to 70 mph that snap branches and topple weakened trees. Summer thunderstorms produce sudden downbursts and microbursts that can flatten healthy trees with little warning. Ice storms coat branches with inches of heavy ice, causing catastrophic limb failure across entire neighborhoods. And every few years, a tropical system tracks up the coast bringing hurricane-force conditions that test every tree on your property.
Our emergency response team is equipped to handle every scenario: trees on houses, trees on cars, trees blocking roads and driveways, hanging limbs threatening to fall, and uprooted trees leaning against power lines. We carry chainsaws, rigging equipment, and portable lighting to work safely in darkness and adverse weather conditions. When the situation requires it, we bring in our crane to lift entire tree sections off structures without causing additional damage.
Speed matters in emergencies, but so does doing the job right. A rushed, careless emergency removal can cause more damage than the fallen tree itself. Our crew takes the time to assess the situation, secure the area, and develop a removal plan that protects your property and the safety of everyone on-site.
Why It Matters
Storm damage does not wait for business hours. A tree that falls on your home creates an immediate safety hazard — compromised roof structure, exposed interior, electrical dangers from downed lines, and water damage from rain entering the breach. Every hour of delay increases the damage and the cost of repair. Having a reliable emergency tree service on call means the difference between a manageable situation and a catastrophe.
Beyond immediate safety, prompt emergency response protects your insurance claim. Documenting the damage and beginning mitigation quickly demonstrates due diligence to your insurance company. Our crew can coordinate with your adjuster, provide written documentation of the emergency, and ensure the work is performed to professional standards that satisfy insurance requirements.
The South Shore's coastal exposure means every homeowner should have an emergency tree service contact before they need one. Trees that appear healthy can have hidden internal decay, root rot, or structural weaknesses that only reveal themselves under storm loading. Annual tree inspections can identify potential hazards before they become emergencies, but when the unexpected happens, you want a number you can call at any hour and know that help is on the way.
Our Approach
Our emergency response starts the moment you call. We gather information about the situation — what has fallen, what is at risk, whether power lines are involved, whether anyone is injured or trapped — and dispatch a crew immediately. Typical response time is 2 to 4 hours depending on storm volume and severity. During major storm events, we triage calls by severity, prioritizing situations involving structural damage to occupied buildings, blocked emergency access, and immediate safety threats.
On arrival, our crew leader secures the scene and assesses the situation before any cutting begins. If power lines are involved, we coordinate with the utility company for de-energization. We then develop a removal plan that addresses the immediate hazard while protecting the remaining structure. For trees on buildings, this often means careful sectional removal using rigging to lift pieces off the roof without causing additional damage.
After the emergency is resolved and the immediate hazard is cleared, we can return during normal business hours to complete full cleanup, stump grinding, and any additional tree work identified during the emergency response. We also provide documentation for your insurance claim, including photos, a description of the work performed, and our professional assessment of the cause.
What's Included
No voicemail, no call center, no automated system. When you call Southeast Arborist in an emergency, a real person answers the phone and dispatches a crew to your location.
Our crews are equipped with chainsaws, rigging gear, portable lighting, and all necessary safety equipment to respond quickly and work effectively in any conditions — day or night, rain or snow.
The South Shore sees nor'easters, ice storms, thunderstorms, and occasional tropical systems. Our team has extensive experience managing storm damage across every type of weather event New England produces.
When a tree is on your home, careless removal can cause more damage than the tree itself. We use careful rigging and sectional removal techniques to lift debris off structures without compounding the problem.
Trees on power lines require coordination with the electric company before any work can begin. We handle that coordination so you do not have to, ensuring the scene is safe before our crew starts cutting.
We provide photographs, written descriptions of work performed, and professional assessments to support your insurance claim. Our documentation helps ensure your claim is processed smoothly.
Investment
Emergency tree service pricing depends on the severity of the situation, the size and location of the tree, equipment required, and time of day. Emergency calls during storms and after-hours responses typically cost more than scheduled work due to the urgency, hazardous conditions, and immediate mobilization required. A simple limb removal blocking a driveway may run $300 to $800, while removing a large tree from a home with crane assistance can range from $1,500 to $4,000 or more.
Most homeowner insurance policies cover storm damage tree removal when the tree has fallen on an insured structure. We work with all major insurance carriers and can provide the documentation needed for your claim. The best way to minimize emergency costs is prevention — annual inspections and proactive pruning to identify and address hazards before the next storm.
Timing
Emergencies happen year-round, but the South Shore has distinct storm seasons. Nor'easters are most common from October through April, often bringing the combination of high winds, heavy rain, and sometimes snow or ice that causes the most tree damage. Summer thunderstorms from June through September produce sudden, intense wind events that can topple otherwise healthy trees. Ice storms — the most destructive for trees — typically occur in December through February, coating branches with heavy ice that causes widespread limb failure. We recommend scheduling a tree inspection in early fall before storm season begins, and again in spring to assess any winter damage.
FAQ
Yes. Southeast Arborist is accessible outside of normal business hours. When you call our emergency line, a real person answers — not a voicemail or answering service. We dispatch a crew to your location as quickly as possible.
Typical response time is 2 to 4 hours depending on storm volume, severity, and our current call queue. During major storm events, we triage by severity — structures at risk and safety hazards take priority. We will give you an honest estimated arrival time when you call.
First, ensure everyone is safely out of the affected area. Do not enter rooms with compromised ceilings. If you see downed power lines, stay at least 30 feet away and call 911. Then call us at 508-369-5009. If it is raining, cover exposed areas with tarps if you can do so safely. Document the damage with photos for your insurance.
Most homeowner policies cover tree removal when a tree has fallen on an insured structure — your home, garage, shed, or fence. Removal of a fallen tree that is not on a structure may or may not be covered depending on your policy. We provide full documentation to support your claim and can work directly with your adjuster.
Never approach or attempt to remove a tree from power lines. Even lines that appear dead can carry lethal voltage. Call 911 and your utility company first, then call us. We coordinate with the electric company to ensure lines are de-energized before beginning work.
Yes. We clear trees and large limbs blocking driveways, private roads, and access routes. If a fallen tree is blocking a public road, contact your town's DPW or police department as well — we can often assist with municipal clearing during major storm events.
Yes. Our crews carry portable work lights and are equipped and trained for nighttime operations. Safety is always the priority, and we will assess whether conditions allow for safe work or if the situation needs to be stabilized until daylight.
Annual tree inspections by a certified arborist are the single best prevention. Regular pruning removes dead wood and reduces wind loading. Cabling and bracing can stabilize structurally weak trees. Proactive removal of dead or declining trees before storm season eliminates the highest-risk hazards on your property.
Our Process
We visit your property, inspect the trees, and discuss your goals. No cost, no obligation.
You receive a detailed scope of work and transparent pricing before any work begins.
Our ISA Certified crew completes the work safely and efficiently using proper equipment.
We haul all debris, rake the area clean, and walk the site with you to ensure satisfaction.
Our Work
Testimonials
“85-90ft pine removed no problem with no damage to my fence 2ft away. Excellent crew.”
Keith England
Google Review
“I would highly recommend Southeast Arborist to anyone in need of tree service! Mike and his team were very pleasant and professional, providing outstanding service!!! Reasonable pricing! The team came on date and time as promised, the clean up was well above and beyond what we would have expected!!”
Bernadette MacLean
Google Review
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Southeast Arborist, LLC · P.O. Box 1361, Plymouth, MA 02362
