Serving Hoke and Cumberland County since 2008
Storm Damage Tree Removal in Raeford, NC
Burks Tree Service provides storm damage tree removal in Raeford, NC and across Hoke and Cumberland County. When a tree comes down on your roof, car, or driveway, call us. Emergency jobs go to the front of the line, and we bring the saws, climbers, and heavy equipment to get it off safely.
We have worked storms here since 2008, from summer thunderstorms to the hurricanes that push inland through the Sandhills. We can also help you document the damage for your insurance claim.
What Our Storm Service Covers
- Trees and large limbs lifted off roofs, porches, and vehicles
- Fallen trees cleared from driveways so you can get in and out
- Uprooted trees and root balls moved with a backhoe
- Hanging and cracked limbs cut down before they fall
- Photos and a written estimate you can send to your insurance company
- Full cleanup and hauling once the emergency part is handled
What Happens When You Call
Stay clear and call
Keep everyone away from the tree and any downed wires. If a line is down, call your power company first, then call us.
We come look
We check the tree, the damage, and what is holding weight, then tell you what has to happen first to stop more damage.
Make it safe
The tree is cut off the structure piece by piece so the roof does not take another hit. We can tarp-ready the area for your roofer.
Clean up and document
We clear and haul the debris and give you the paperwork your insurance company asks for.
Why People Call Burks After a Storm
In a storm you need someone who answers, shows up with the right equipment, and works carefully around a damaged house. Customers have written about Burks arriving within hours and helping with the insurance side.
“Burks Tree Service responded to an emergency at my home within 2 hours of the call. A windstorm brought down a massive Sweet Gum tree, crushing part of my house. They came prepared with the appropriate equipment and crew to do the job quickly and safely. As they worked I could tell they were very conscientious of their approach to the removal, as to not further damage the roof. They worked until the job was done, and I was very satisfied with the cleanup of all branches, debris, etc. I have hired 2 other tree services in the past year and Burk's is by far, the best and the only tree service I will use in the future. THANK YOU BURK's!!!”
“They were very helpful in explaining my insurance claim, they came out the day I called to check on the tree for me and they promptly called me if there were going to be any delays or concerns. I will definitely use them again”
“Prompt, reliable and reasonable. Helped me quickly in an emergency during the recent downpours, helping me rescue tenants with septic system complications.”
What Affects Storm Cleanup Cost
Storm work is priced after we see it, and many homeowner policies cover removing a tree that hit an insured structure. What sets the price:
- A tree resting on a roof takes slow, careful rigging. One across the yard is quicker.
- Big uprooted oaks and several fallen pines take more crew time and hauling.
- Root balls and heavy trunks may need a backhoe or skid steer.
- After a big storm, the most dangerous jobs are handled first.
- Making the house safe comes first. Full cleanup and hauling can be done the same day or scheduled.
Storm Damage Help in Raeford, Hope Mills, and Fayetteville
Hoke and Cumberland County sit right in the path storms take when they come inland from the coast. Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Florence in 2018 both soaked this area, and the wet ground let tall pines tip over roots and all. Summer thunderstorms and the odd winter ice storm bring down limbs every year too.
The sandy soil around Raeford drains fast, but when it stays soaked for days after a tropical storm, shallow pine roots let go. That is why a tree that looked healthy can come down in the second day of a storm, not the first.
If a line is down, call your power company before anything else. Around here that may be Fayetteville PWC, Duke Energy, or your electric co-op. Never try to move a tree touching a wire.
Storm Damage Questions
Do you offer emergency tree removal?
Yes. Emergency calls, like a tree on a house or blocking a driveway, get moved to the front of the line. Call (910) 578-2500 and tell us it is an emergency.
Will my insurance pay for tree removal?
Many homeowner policies help pay to remove a tree that fell on an insured structure, like your house or a fence. Coverage varies, so check your policy. We provide photos and a written estimate for your claim.
A tree is leaning after the storm but has not fallen. Is it an emergency?
It can be. If the root plate has lifted or the soil is cracked at the base, the tree can fall with the next gust. Call us to look at it before it comes down.
What if the tree is on a power line?
Stay away from it and call your power company first. Once the utility makes the line safe, we can remove the tree.
How long does storm cleanup take?
Getting a tree off a roof or driveway is often done in a few hours. Full cleanup of several trees may take a day or more.
Areas We Serve for Storm Damage
Our shop is on Rockfish Road in eastern Hoke County. These are the towns we cover most:
Other Tree Services We Offer
Dead limbs, branches over the roof, and overgrown shrubs cut back by climbers and a bucket truck.Tree Trimming in Raeford and nearby
