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Storm and tree damage in Worcester

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Tree work in Worcester starts with a question that depends on where the tree stands. The city's public tree ordinance says no Public Shade Tree may be cut, trimmed or removed, in whole or in part, except under the conditions it sets out, and it names the tree warden as Superintendent of Shade Tree Management and Pest Control under G.L. c. 132, § 13. The region also knows what storms can do. The National Weather Service in Taunton confirmed three tornadoes on June 1, 2011, and one damage path ran about 39 miles from Westfield to Charlton, through Hampden and Worcester Counties. After the October 2011 snowstorm, WBUR reported that nearly 44,000 National Grid customers were still without power six days later. When you hire, first find out whether the tree is on private land or is a public shade tree, since a public tree is the tree warden's matter. Ask any tree service to put in writing what will be cut, what will be hauled away, and who handles any permission needed. Keep roof repairs and tree removal clearly itemised in the quote.

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What to know in Worcester

  • The National Weather Service in Taunton confirmed three tornadoes on June 1, 2011 in southwest and south-central Massachusetts. One damage path ran from Westfield to Charlton in Hampden and Worcester Counties, with a continuous damage path of approximately 39 miles.

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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.

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

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

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Questions about hiring in Worcester

Can I have a tree beside the street in Worcester cut down?

Not on your own say-so if it is a Public Shade Tree. The city's ordinance states that no such tree shall be cut, trimmed or removed, in whole or in part, except under its conditions. Check with the city's tree warden before booking any crew to work on it. City of Worcester (source, opens in a new tab)

Who is the tree warden in Worcester?

Under the city's ordinance, the tree warden is designated as the Superintendent of Shade Tree Management and Pest Control, under G.L. c. 132, § 13. That office is the one to ask when a tree may be public and you are unsure who decides. City of Worcester (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a tree removal quote include?

Ask for a written quote naming the trees or limbs to be cut, the method, whether stump grinding and debris hauling are included, and the start date. Ask for proof of insurance as well. Get at least two quotes and compare them line by line, not only by the total.

How should I handle storm-damaged trees on my roof?

Photograph the damage before anything moves, then call your insurer. Ask the crew to separate tree removal from roof repair on the quote, and have the roof checked for hidden damage once the tree is off. Be wary of anyone who pressures you to sign on the spot.

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