Tree damaged by a storm in Brussels? Broken branches, leaning trunk, uprooted tree? Plumridge Tree Experts responds promptly for storm damage tree work in Brussels. We secure the situation, remove dangerous parts and restore what can be saved.
Storm damage to trees: recognise and act
After a severe storm, trees can sustain significant damage. Some damage is clearly visible, other only after inspection:
- Broken branches: large branches that have snapped and fallen on the roof, car or garden.
- Hanging branches (“widow makers”): broken branches still caught in the canopy, ready to fall at any time.
- Leaning trees: root damage causing the tree to lean.
- Split trunks: a trunk split open by wind pressure.
- Fully uprooted trees: trees blown over onto buildings, roads or gardens.
Our storm damage response
1. Securing
The first priority is safety. We cordon off the danger zone and protect people and property.
2. Assessment
Our arborist assesses the damage and determines whether the tree:
- Can be saved: with pruning of damaged parts and possibly bracing.
- Needs partial removal: remove dangerous sections, retain the rest.
- Must be fully felled: when damage is too severe for recovery.
3. Execution
Depending on the assessment, we carry out the necessary work: pruning, dismantling, felling or stabilisation.
4. Clean-up
All debris and green waste is removed. The site is left clean and tidy.
Tree recovery after storm
Not every damaged tree needs to be felled. In many cases, a tree can recover from storm damage:
- Crown restoration: correctly removing damaged branches so the tree can form a new balanced canopy.
- Wound treatment: properly sealing large pruning wounds to prevent infection.
- Stabilisation: a leaning tree can sometimes be straightened and braced.
- Monitoring: regular follow-up in the years after the storm to check recovery.
Insurance and storm damage claims
For storm damage, your home insurance (fire policy) may cover the costs:
- Plumridge provides a detailed invoice and photographic dossier for your insurer.
- Clean-up costs are typically covered under the “natural disasters” section of the policy.
- Damage to buildings or vehicles caused by falling trees is covered by insurance.
- We cooperate with your loss adjuster if needed.
Prevention: making your trees storm-proof
Prevention is better than cure. Regular maintenance reduces storm damage risk:
- Crown reduction: reducing wind resistance by reducing the canopy size.
- Deadwood removal: dead branches are the first to break in a storm.
- Tree assessment: identifying structural weaknesses before the storm strikes.
Why Plumridge for storm damage
- Rapid availability: same-day intervention for urgent danger.
- Crisis intervention experience: we work regularly after storms in the Brussels Region.
- Tree recovery: we always try to save what can be saved.
- Documentation: photographic dossier for municipality and insurance.
Storm damage? Call us
Contact Plumridge for prompt intervention on storm-damaged trees in Brussels.
📞 +32 2 372 0452 — Available for urgent call-outs.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly can Plumridge respond after a storm?
For urgent situations, we aim to be on site the same day. After major storms, we prioritise the most dangerous situations first.
Should I notify my insurer before the intervention?
It is advisable to notify your insurer as soon as possible, but safety comes first. Plumridge documents the situation with photographs before the intervention, so you have a complete dossier afterwards.
Can a storm-damaged tree be saved?
It depends on the severity. A tree with broken branches but an intact trunk and root system can often recover. A fully uprooted or split tree generally needs to be felled.