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Storm and tree damage in Grand Rapids

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Grand Rapids knows what a severe summer storm can do to trees and roofs. After the Thursday night storm of August 24, 2023, Consumers Energy began restoring power to around 200,000 homes and businesses, and it reported winds that reached 75 miles per hour. The National Weather Service rated the first tornado that night an EF-1, touching down in west central Kent County from Alpine Township to Plainfield Township. For you, that means a fallen tree is not always only a tree problem. Before you hire anyone for removal, clean-up or a roof repair, check whether any branch or trunk is touching or near an electric line. Consumers Energy says to call 9-1-1 and the utility, not to touch the branch or line, and to leave cutting near power lines to its crews. Once the area is safe, ask any tree or roofing business for a written quote that states the work, the clean-up and haul-away, and whether any roof work is included. Ask for proof of insurance as well, and compare at least two quotes.

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  12. Tree Fish

    Open around the clock, every day, the company offers emergency tree work beside hazard tree assessment, stump grinding and pruning. It works in Wyoming, Kentwood, Grandville and Walker.

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What to know in Grand Rapids

  • The National Weather Service rated the first of the August 24, 2023 tornadoes an EF-1. It touched down in west central Kent County, from Alpine Township to Plainfield Township. The storms also produced numerous areas of 60 to 70 mph wind gusts, and power was lost to around 460,000 customers statewide at the height of the event.

    National Weather Service Grand Rapids (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.

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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 Grand Rapids

What should I do if a tree falls on a power line near my Grand Rapids home?

Stay away from the tree and the line. Consumers Energy says to call 9-1-1 and the utility at 800-477-5050, and not to touch the branch or the line. Do not hire a crew to cut anything near the line, because the utility says to leave that work to its crews. Consumers Energy (source, opens in a new tab)

How strong were the winds in the August 2023 storm that hit Grand Rapids?

Consumers Energy reported winds that reached 75 miles per hour in the storm of Thursday night, August 24, 2023. The National Weather Service also noted numerous areas of 60 to 70 mph gusts. Storm damage like this is why it helps to know who to call before branches come down. Consumers Energy (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a quote for tree removal or storm clean-up include?

A written quote should describe the work on each tree or roof area, say whether stump removal, clean-up and haul-away are included, and state the timing. Ask for proof of insurance. When comparing quotes, check that each one covers the same scope of work rather than only looking at the totals.

Can I ask a roofer to repair storm damage before I call my insurer?

Often you can arrange a temporary cover to keep water out, but check your policy first and tell your insurer about the damage. Keep photos and any written quote or invoice. Ask the roofer to separate emergency protection from the full repair, so you can compare options clearly.

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