Service Overview
Storms can leave trees in dangerous, unpredictable states — split trunks, hanging limbs, uprooted root systems, and trees leaning against structures. HCL's storm damage and cleanup service provides rapid, safe response to restore your property and eliminate hazards.
Our arborists are experienced in assessing storm-damaged trees under pressure. Trees that have been partially uprooted or structurally compromised require technical dismantling — you can't just cut them at the base. We use rigging, climbing, and machinery to safely dismantle trees that are tensioned, leaning, or sitting on buildings and fences.
Beyond the immediate hazard, we handle full site cleanup: chipping and removal of debris, grinding stumps, and restoring access to driveways and paddocks. Whether it's one tree across a driveway or fifty hectares of storm-toppled pines, we mobilise with the right gear.
Why HCL?
Rapid Response
We prioritise storm callouts — fast mobilisation when it matters most.
Safe Assessment
Expert evaluation of compromised, tensioned, or wind-thrown trees.
Technical Dismantling
Rigging and crane-assisted extraction from buildings, fences, and infrastructure.
Full Site Cleanup
All debris chipped, removed, and site left clear and safe.
Service Areas
Available across North Canterbury, Mid Canterbury & West Coast.
Emergency storm damage response across Canterbury, Selwyn, North Canterbury, and the West Coast.
Photos from the Job
Frequently Asked Questions
We prioritise storm callouts and aim to respond within 24 hours for urgent situations — sooner for access-blocking or structure-threatening trees. Contact us immediately and we'll assess availability.
Yes. Fallen trees on structures require specialised rigging to lift the weight carefully before cutting, to avoid further damage. Our team is trained and equipped for this.
Absolutely. For large-scale storm cleanup across farms and rural properties, we bring excavators, chippers, and our full team to clear efficiently.
These are extremely dangerous — 'widowmakers'. We treat these as an urgent priority. Never work under a hanging limb; call us and we'll make it safe.
Many home and rural insurance policies cover emergency tree removal where a tree has caused damage or poses an imminent threat. We can provide documentation to support your claim.