Storm and tree damage in British Columbia

Arborists and roofers for storm damage.

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What applies across British Columbia

  • BC Hydro's report on the December 20 windstorm says more than 750,000 customers lost power, and nearly 350,000 (about 80 per cent of customers) were on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. It also notes the 2006 windstorm hit Vancouver Island.

    BC Hydro (source, opens in a new tab)

Before you hire

  1. For a tree near power lines, call your utility first: only a utility-certified arborist should work within 3 m of the wires.

    Source: bchydro.com (source, opens in a new tab)

  2. Ask which permits the job needs and who will get them; your municipal building department can tell you before work starts.

    Source: ised-isde.canada.ca (source, opens in a new tab)

  3. Ask about liability insurance and workers’ compensation cover before anyone works on your roof or property.

    Source: ised-isde.canada.ca (source, opens in a new tab)