Emergency Tree Service in Mobile, AL
24/7 response for hurricane- and storm-downed trees on houses, cars, and lines across Mobile, from Downtown and Midtown to Spring Hill, West Mobile, and Tillmans Corner
Had a tree fall in my parents yard. I called 1 tree emergency and they offered quick response and were able to take care of the tree removal and ensure everything was done safely. They helped explain the options and gave multiple solutions for us to consider. Appreciate the great work they did and would definitely call them again if the need arises. Highly recommend.
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Mobile is a city of live oaks, and every hurricane season tests them.
Mobile's historic districts sit under one of the oldest oak canopies on the Gulf Coast. Government Street, Old Dauphin Way, Oakleigh Garden District, De Tonti Square, Ashland Place, and the streets of Midtown are lined with live oaks that arch over the road and reach across roofs and porches, mixed with laurel oaks, water oaks, and southern magnolias. Live oaks are some of the most wind-tolerant trees in the region. The laurel and water oaks planted beside them are not, and those are the trees that split and fall in a tropical storm.
The city has been through it more than once. Hurricane Frederic made landfall on Dauphin Island on September 12, 1979, tore the roof off Mobile City Hall, and damaged more than 15,000 homes in the city. Hurricane Katrina's surge flooded downtown in August 2005. Hurricane Zeta in October 2020 left about 163,000 Alabama Power customers in Mobile County in the dark, with trees down on homes, cars, and lines. In October 2026, Hurricane Isaias came ashore near Destin and swept north through Alabama; at one point Saturday more than 33,000 Mobile County customers were out, and a tree came down on a house on Kenny Street.
Mobile is also one of the wettest cities in the country, and wet ground is what turns a windy day into a tree job. A big oak's root plate lets go in saturated soil at wind speeds it would ride out in a dry storm. The National Weather Service Mobile/Pensacola office covers the city, and tropical rain bands and spring squall lines bring trees down here too.
Field insight:
A typical Mobile storm call is a laurel or water oak that failed at a decayed union and dropped a heavy, moss-draped limb across a roof in Midtown or Spring Hill. Old live oak limbs run long and low over houses and streets, so we rig them down in sections instead of letting anything free-fall. In the historic districts, we also plan around slate and tin roofs, iron fences, brick walks, and the public oaks along the street, which belong to the city.
Mobile response: a failed oak limb lowered off a house in rigged sections
We respond in minutes, not hours
Our network of certified arborists is on standby 24/7 to handle any tree emergency. From fallen trees to dangerous limbs, we provide rapid response to protect your property.
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- Certified Experts
All our arborists are certified and fully insured
- Rapid Response
Average response time under 30 minutes
- Insurance Specialists
We handle all insurance paperwork for you
Emergency Tree Services Across Mobile, AL
One call covers it — tree on a roof, blocked driveway, limb tangled in the service drop, or a leaner over a bedroom.
Emergency Tree Removal
Rapid removal of fallen or dangerous trees threatening your property
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Storm Damage Response
Immediate cleanup after storms, including fallen limbs and damaged trees
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Hazard Assessment
Professional evaluation of potential tree hazards before they cause damage
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Common Tree Emergencies We Handle in Mobile
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Our Mobile Emergency Response Process
Clear steps. Fast action. Zero guesswork. Here's how we get your Mobile property safe again.
How We Handle Your Tree Emergency
Our streamlined process ensures quick response and efficient resolution of your tree emergency
Step :Emergency Call
Call (866) 320-7003 any hour. A live person takes your Mobile address, what the tree hit, whether anyone is trapped or a line is down, and how to reach the property.
Step :Dispatch
We don't climb or run cranes in tropical-storm-force winds. Crews move once winds drop to safe working levels, and trees on occupied homes and blocked exits come first.
Step :Safety Assessment
A certified arborist checks the break, root-plate lift in wet soil, hung limbs, line contact, and whether any part of the tree sits in the city right-of-way.
Step :Controlled Removal
Heavy oak limbs come off the roof in rigged sections, lowered under control instead of cut where they lie, so the house doesn't take a second hit.
Step :Property Protection
Mats, spotters, and controlled lowering protect roofs, porches, iron fences, lawns, and the brick walks and old curbs in Mobile's historic neighborhoods.
Step :Complete Cleanup
We chip, buck, and haul away debris, or cut it to size and stage it at the curb for city storm-debris collection when that's what you prefer.
Step :Insurance Documentation
We photograph and measure the damage before and during removal and send the file to you and your adjuster, which helps when a hurricane or named-storm deductible applies.
Common Tree Challenges in Mobile
Every species fails its own way under load. Knowing those patterns lets us clear the hazard without starting a new one.
Laurel Oak
Common in Mobile yards and along older streets; short-lived, often decayed inside by middle age, and one of the trees most likely to break or fall in a hurricane
Water Oak
Fast-growing with weak wood and internal decay; sheds big limbs and uproots in saturated soil, and it's the one oak Mobile leaves off its Heritage Tree list
Southern Live Oak
Highly wind-resistant, but century-old trees carry long, heavy limbs over houses and streets and can still lose them in a direct hit
Southern Magnolia
Dense evergreen crown catches wind and holds rain; large limbs and whole trees fail in tropical storms
Longleaf & Loblolly Pine
Common in West Mobile and the county; tall pines snap or uproot in high wind, and damaged pines can die standing in the months after
Mobile Tree Regulations
Mobile regulates trees through its Tree Commission and urban forestry staff. Any tree in the public right-of-way is a city tree, and pruning, moving, or removing one needs a permit from the Mobile Tree Commission, even when it hangs over your yard. Cutting a city tree without a permit can bring a fine, so report a fallen street tree to the city or 311 rather than clearing it yourself.
On private land, the rules depend on the lot. On a developed residential lot outside the historic districts, the city doesn't require a permit. Inside a historic district, large Heritage Trees such as oaks, magnolias, and longleaf pines need a permit, and undeveloped lots and commercial sites with an approved landscape plan have their own requirements. Alabama has no statewide law like Florida's that overrides these rules for hazard trees. We'll check which rules apply to your lot before we cut.
Helpful links: City of Mobile — Tree Trimming & Removal Permits, the City of Mobile portal, and the ISA arborist resource Alabama Cooperative Extension System — Mobile County.
Mobile Neighborhoods & Nearby Towns We Serve
We dispatch around the clock across Mobile and the bordering towns.
Downtown Mobile
Oakleigh Garden District
De Tonti Square
Church Street East
Old Dauphin Way
Leinkauf
Ashland Place
Midtown
Spring Hill
Crichton
West Mobile
Tillmans Corner
Theodore
Prichard
Chickasaw
Saraland
Semmes
Don't see your street? We cover all of Mobile County. Call us to confirm.
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Verified Google reviews from across our service area.
Laura Schwartz
August 2026
Had a tree fall in my parents yard. I called 1 tree emergency and they offered quick response and were able to take care of the tree removal and ensure everything was done safely. They helped explain the options and gave multiple solutions for us to consider. Appreciate the great work they did and would definitely call them again if the need arises. Highly recommend.
Terri Lemieux
August 2026
Very professional hard working crew. Came out to my home quickly after massive tree came down in storm and made quick work to cut and remove. Would very highly recommend to anyone in need of tree work.
william gwinnell
July 2026
Done on time and very professional
James. Perona
July 2026
The workers did a great job with the tree very professional and cleaned up the yard the wood guys also did a great job removing the tree all worked very hard and even cleaned up the street great crews I am very satisfied thank you
Dar Johnson
June 2026
These guys go above and beyond!! Would recommend to everybody!
Natalya Spruit
June 2026
Very professional and knowledgeable crew. Came fast and did the job efficiently and safely and cleaned up after. Very satisfied and would recommend. Also helped me to understand the process working with insurance company and steps involved.
Mobile Storm Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions: Mobile Tree Emergencies
Do I need a permit to remove a storm-damaged tree in Mobile?
It depends on where the tree stands. Any tree in the city right-of-way needs a Mobile Tree Commission permit. On a developed residential lot outside the historic districts, no permit is required. In historic districts like Oakleigh or De Tonti Square, large Heritage Trees need one. A tree that has already fallen on your house is an emergency, and we'll help you sort out the city side afterward.
The oak that fell is between the sidewalk and the street. Is it mine?
Probably not. Trees in the public right-of-way belong to the City of Mobile, and the city restricts who can cut them. Report it to the city or 311. If it has landed on your house or car, call us too: we can make the scene safe and coordinate with the city on the part that's in the right-of-way.
When can you get to my Mobile property after a hurricane?
Crews can't safely climb or run cranes until the winds drop, so no one should be cutting during the storm itself. After that, we triage: trees on occupied homes, trapped people, and blocked exits come first, then trees on cars and outbuildings, then yard cleanup. Call (866) 320-7003 and we'll tell you honestly where you are in line.
Does homeowners insurance cover tree removal in Mobile?
Coverage depends on your policy. Many policies cover removal when a tree damages an insured structure, and treat a tree that falls in the yard without hitting anything differently. Many coastal Alabama policies also carry a separate hurricane or named-storm deductible, often a percentage of dwelling coverage. Check with your carrier. We document the scene with photos, measurements, and arborist notes, and we never ask you to sign over your insurance benefits.
What should I do if a tree is on a power line in Mobile?
Treat every downed line as live. Stay well back, keep kids and pets away, and don't touch cars, fences, or standing water near the wires. Report it to Alabama Power, which serves the city. Once the utility has made the line safe, our crew can remove the tree.
Can I just leave storm debris at the curb in Mobile?
After a declared storm, the city usually runs curbside storm-debris pickup with rules about separating vegetation from construction debris and keeping piles off hydrants, meters, and storm drains. Follow the city's current guidance. We can haul everything away, or cut and stage it at the curb if you want to use the free pickup.
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