When to call right away
Call for a tree that has fallen on or against a building, blocks your driveway or the way out of your property, or has split, lifted, or leaned suddenly after a storm. Joles Tree Service takes emergency calls in Baton Rouge, Prairieville, and surrounding communities.
If a tree or limb is touching a power line, stay well away from it, call the utility company, and call emergency services if anyone is in danger. Do not try to move it yourself.
What to tell us when you call
- Where the tree is and what it is touching or blocking: the house, a car, a fence, the driveway, or a road.
- Whether anyone is hurt or any utility lines are involved. If so, contact emergency services or the utility first.
- About how big the tree is, and whether it is still standing, leaning, or on the ground.
- Your address, how equipment could reach the tree, and the best number to reach you.
What happens after you call
Louie takes emergency calls and will talk through what happened, what has to be dealt with first, and what can wait. Once the immediate danger is handled, the rest of the work, such as the remaining trunk and limbs, stump work, and cleanup, can be discussed the same way as any other removal.
Questions about emergency tree removal
Do you take emergency calls?
Yes. Call (225) 313-0996 and describe what happened and where the tree is.
Can you give a price over the phone?
Many emergency jobs need a look at the site first. Describe the tree, what it is touching, and how it can be reached, and the scope can be discussed from there.
What if the tree is on a power line?
Stay away from it, call the utility company, and call emergency services if anyone is in danger. Once it is safe, call Joles about the tree.
Will the wood and debris be cleaned up?
Ask about hauling, stump work, and cleanup when you call so the agreed scope covers what you expect.