✓ NZAA Member

✓ $5M Public Liability

✓ Council Approved Supplier

✓ Fully Qualified Arborists

✓ Auckland-Wide

Storm Damage — Auckland

Fast Response. Safe Clearance. When It Matters Most.

When a storm brings down a tree or drops a limb on your property, every hour counts. Specimen Treecare's qualified arborists respond quickly across Auckland — assessing the hazard, making the area safe and clearing what needs to go, with zero mess left behind.

20+

Years of arboricultural experience

$5M

Public liability insurance cover

100%

Qualified, certified arborists

★ 5.0

Google-rated Auckland arborist

Tree or large limb has fallen on your house, fence or vehicle
Trunk has split or major branches have torn away from the tree
Tree is leaning noticeably more than before the storm
Root plate has lifted or heaved up from the ground
Branches are hanging overhead but haven't fully fallen
Debris is blocking driveways, access ways or structures

Signs Your Tree Needs Urgent Action

When to call us

Not sure what you're dealing with? We'll assess it and give you honest advice. No upselling — just a clear picture of what needs to happen.

Our Services

Storm Damage Services We Specialise In

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Debris Clearance

Rapid removal of fallen branches, split limbs and debris from rooflines, driveways, fences and access ways.

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Storm Damage Assessment

A thorough inspection of trees affected by the storm to determine what can be retained with remedial work and what needs to come down entirely.

Fallen Tree Removal

Safe extraction and removal of fully uprooted or collapsed trees, including stump grinding where required.

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Remedial Pruning

Where a tree has been damaged but is worth saving, we prune to restore structure, reduce ongoing hazard and promote healthy recovery.

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Hazard Limb Removal

Identification and controlled removal of hanging, partially attached or structurally compromised limbs.

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Tree Bracing & Support

For trees with split unions or newly weakened structure, cable bracing can provide long-term support and extend the tree's life safely.

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Roof & Structure Clearance

Careful extraction of trees or limbs that have come down on buildings, undertaken to avoid causing further structural damage.

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Post-Storm Crown Tidy

After a storm, many trees are left with ragged tears, broken stubs and an uneven canopy. We tidy the crown to reduce disease entry points and restore the tree's form.

How it works

Our Tree Removal Process

1

You Call, We Respond

Call Wayne directly on 0800 800 TREES. We'll ask a few quick questions, assess the urgency and get a team to your property as fast as we can. We respond across Auckland seven days a week.


2

On-Site Hazard Assessment

Our arborists assess the full picture on arrival — not just what's already fallen, but what else may be at risk. We identify hidden hazards including hanging limbs, root movement and compromised structure before any work begins.


3

Safe Site Establishment

We establish a controlled working zone, brief everyone on site and confirm proximity to powerlines or structures. No cutting starts until the area is properly secured.


4

Controlled Removal or Remediation

Using specialist climbing, rigging and cutting techniques, we remove or remediate damaged material in a methodical, controlled way - protecting your property, structures and garden throughout.


5

Full Site Clean-Up

All timber, branches and green waste are removed from your property. We leave the site clear, tidy and safe.


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Post-Work Advice

Once the immediate hazard is dealt with, we'll advise on the condition of your remaining trees, any follow-up pruning or bracing worth considering and what to keep an eye on going forward.

Qualified & Insured From Start to Finish

Why choose us

NZAA Members

Proud members of the New Zealand Arboriculture Association — held to the highest professional standards.

Council Approved

An approved supplier for Auckland Council, trusted for institutional and public tree work.

Rigorous H&S

Dynamic safety systems regularly reviewed, and arborists trained in aerial rescue.

Full Insurance

Minimum $5 million public liability cover on every job — residential or commercial.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions

  • In many cases, yes. Damage to structures, fences or vehicles caused by a fallen tree is often covered under standard home and contents policies, and your insurer may require a quote or invoice from a qualified arborist. We can provide the documentation you need for your claim. We recommend contacting your insurer as early as possible after the event.

  • Do not approach the tree or the lines. Call Vector immediately on 0508 832 867 to have the line de-energised before any arborist work can take place. We will attend once the lines have been cleared or isolated, and we always check for powerline proximity as part of our on-site assessment.

  • Potentially, yes. A noticeable change in lean — especially if accompanied by soil cracking or root plate movement at the base — can indicate root failure that isn't visible from above. We recommend calling us for an assessment rather than waiting to see what develops.

  • Emergency work to address an immediate safety hazard generally does not require prior consent, even on a protected tree. Follow-up removal or significant pruning once the danger is dealt with may require consent. We'll advise you on this during our site assessment and can help you navigate any requirements if needed.

  • We do our best to attend genuine hazards as quickly as possible, including same-day response for urgent situations. Availability depends on current demand and the scale of any storm event. Call Wayne directly on 0800 800 TREES and we'll give you an honest timeframe.

  • ll debris is removed from your property as part of our service. If you'd like to keep firewood or chip from the job, let us know and we'll discuss what's possible.