Burien Emergency Storm Tree Clearing
Homeowner’s Issue
Burien yards get a lot of winter weather: heavy rain, strong southerly winds, and occasional saturated soils on slopes that run toward Puget Sound. Many homes sit on small to moderate slopes and have clay-loam soils that hold water; that combination makes shallow-rooted or moss-covered trees more likely to lean or fall. Homes near Seahurst Park and the Highline corridor often see wind-driven branches fall across driveways, fences, and gutters. For landlords and homeowners this means safety risks for tenants, blocked access, and water intrusion if trees damage roofs or downspouts. Typical owner goals are fast cleanup, preventing repeat failures, and converting a hazardous site into a low-maintenance, attractive yard that handles heavy rain without more work. Sustainable practices matter here: we focus on chipping, reusing wood as mulch, and green-bin disposal rather than herbicides or toxic treatments. The right approach reduces future storm damage and keeps rental properties tenant-ready with minimal ongoing care.
Our Quality Service
We respond quickly and safely to restore access and reduce hazards after storms. Work is staged to manage steep or wet sections, protect lawns and irrigation, and avoid soil compaction. We prioritize:
- safe removal and clean staging of debris,
- chipping onsite where possible and returning mulch to beds,
- stump grinding to remove trip hazards and open planting space.
All work uses sustainable disposal and avoids chemical herbicides.
What’s Included
- Site assessment and hazard mitigation.
- Safe tree and large limb removal.
- Branch chipping and wood recycling where feasible.
- Stump grinding to grade level.
- Debris cleanup and final site sweep.
Optional upgrades: - Mulch + fabric for new planting beds.
- Organic weed control and native replanting suggestions.
- Haul-away vs. green-bin / compost disposal choices.
Before & After / Expectations
After clearing expect a tidy site with chips or hauled debris and a small access area where a stump was ground. For care and regrowth control:
- Water new plantings in summer; minimal irrigation needed once established.
- Pull small weed shoots by hand and refresh mulch yearly.
- Watch for moss in shaded, wet spots; improving drainage and increasing light helps reduce moss over time.
- Ivy and aggressive vines may regrow from roots; repeated hand-removal or mulching and replanting with natives controls spread.
FAQs
- How fast can you respond?
We prioritize emergency calls and aim for same- or next-day scheduling when possible. - Do you remove debris or leave chips?
We offer both: onsite chipping returned as mulch or full haul-away/green-bin disposal. - Will work damage my lawn or slope?
We protect turf and use boards or tracked gear on wet slopes to minimize compaction. - Do you use chemicals?
No — we use sustainable, non-chemical methods only. - Is stump grinding included?
Stump grinding is available and quoted per job; grinding reduces trip hazards and prepares the site for planting.
Call to Action
If a storm has left your property unsafe or you want a proactive assessment in Burien, book a free estimate. We schedule quickly, work cleanly, and use sustainable practices tailored to local soils and slopes. Email neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com to get started.
