DATE2024-01-18
SPECIESQuercus robur (English Oak)
DIAMETER42 in. DBH
LOCATIONResidential, SE Portland
COMPLICATIONRoot ball compromised utility trench. Crane required for extraction without severing gas line.
RESOLUTION TIME7h 20min
INCIDENT DISPATCH — ACTIVE02/27/2026 · 02:17 HRS
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Average Emergency Response
Measured across 847 storm calls, 2024 season
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Storm Calls Last Season
Across 14 counties, Oct 2023 – Mar 2024
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Debris Removed
Certified weight documentation on request
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Emergency Scenario Triage
Four situations.
Different clocks.
Not all tree emergencies carry the same urgency. This table breaks down risk, response, equipment, and cost for each scenario type — so you know exactly what to expect before we arrive.
| Parameter | Fallen Trunk Tree down on structure | Hanging Limb Widow-maker, not yet fallen | Root Heave Uplifted root system | Split Crown Structural failure at fork |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risk Level | CRITICAL | CRITICAL | HIGH | HIGH |
| Response Window | 45 – 90 min | 60 – 120 min | 2 – 6 hrs | 90 min – 4 hrs |
| Equipment Deployed | Chainsaw crew, crane, dump truck | Aerial lift, rigging lines, groundsmen | Excavator, stump grinder, fill crew | Bucket truck, rigging, wood chipper |
| Avg Resolution Time | 3 – 8 hrs | 2 – 5 hrs | 4 – 10 hrs | 2 – 6 hrs |
| Avg Cost Range | $1,200 – $4,500 | $800 – $3,200 | $2,000 – $8,000 | $950 – $3,800 |
| Insurance Claimable | Yes — with cert. report | Yes — with cert. report | Partial — varies by policy | Yes — with cert. report |
| Property Damage Risk | Roof, vehicle, utility lines | Roof, pedestrian zone | Foundation, walkways, pipes | Roof, adjacent structures |
| Permit Required | Emergency waiver applies | Emergency waiver applies | Yes — typically 24–48 hrs | Emergency waiver applies |
Cost ranges reflect median job data from 2023–2024 season. Final estimates depend on species, diameter, site access, and debris volume. Emergency waiver status subject to local municipality. All figures are pre-insurance.
Equipment Reference
| Equipment | Primary Use | Scenarios | Capacity | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked Crane | Lifting and sectioning large trunks in confined access | Fallen Trunk, Split Crown | Up to 40 tons | On truck, 0 delay |
| Aerial Bucket Truck | Accessing hanging limbs and upper crown work safely | Hanging Limb, Split Crown | 75 ft reach | On truck, 0 delay |
| Mini-Excavator | Root ball extraction, soil stabilization, trench work | Root Heave | 6,000 lb lift | 2–4 hrs dispatch |
| Stump Grinder | Below-grade stump removal post-extraction | All scenarios (optional) | 24 in depth | Same day |
| Wood Chipper (12") | On-site debris reduction, eliminates multiple dump runs | All scenarios | 12 in diameter | On truck, 0 delay |
Field Incident Reports
Actual jobs.
Documented on-site.
Each panel below represents a closed incident from the 2023–2024 season. Species, diameter, complication, and resolution time are recorded from crew logs.
DATE2024-02-03
SPECIESPseudotsuga menziesii (Douglas Fir)
DIAMETER28 in. DBH
LOCATIONCommercial, N. Salem
COMPLICATIONWidow-maker limb (est. 1,200 lbs) suspended 60 ft over tenant parking. Aerial rigging under load.
RESOLUTION TIME3h 45min
DATE2024-03-11
SPECIESAcer macrophyllum (Bigleaf Maple)
DIAMETER36 in. DBH
LOCATIONResidential, Beaverton
COMPLICATIONIce storm split crown at primary codominant union. Half of crown on roof. Structural assessment required before removal.
RESOLUTION TIME5h 10min
DATE2024-03-28
SPECIESThuja plicata (Western Red Cedar)
DIAMETER52 in. DBH
LOCATIONCommercial, Lake Oswego
COMPLICATIONFull trunk fall across two-lane road. Traffic closure required. Coordination with county road crew.
RESOLUTION TIME9h 55min
Insurance & Claims Documentation
The adjuster needs
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Insurance companies require certified documentation before they process storm damage claims. We produce the complete package — arborist report, cause-of-failure analysis, geotagged photos — so your claim moves forward, not sideways.
94%
Claims Approved
Of insurance claims submitted with our documentation package were approved on first review, 2024 season.
$2.1M
Claims Supported
Total dollar value of homeowner insurance claims Canopy documentation contributed to in 2024.
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Report Delivery
Certified ISA arborist report with photos, measurements, and cause-of-failure analysis, within 48 hours.
Standard Documentation Package
- Certified ISA Arborist Assessment Report
- Pre- and post-removal photographs (dated, geotagged)
- Tree species identification with diameter at breast height
- Cause-of-failure analysis (disease, storm, structural defect)
- Equipment and crew deployment log
- Debris weight certification
- Site safety clearance documentation
- Adjuster-ready summary letter on company letterhead
"The Canopy report was the only documentation our adjuster accepted without a follow-up request. Claim processed in 6 days."
For Insurance Adjusters
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The Storm Damage
Documentation Checklist
A single-page PDF that walks you through documenting tree damage for insurance claims — in the order adjusters need it. Used by 3,200+ homeowners last season.
Document visible damage with timestamped photos before cleanup begins
Note the species and approximate diameter of affected tree
Photograph any property contact points (roof, vehicle, fence, utility lines)
Record weather conditions at time of incident
Do not move debris until adjuster or arborist has documented the scene
Request certified arborist report from your tree service
File claim within 72 hours — most policies require prompt notification
Keep all invoices, crew logs, and haul receipts for reimbursement
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