After the Storm: Essential Tips for Storm Cleanup and Potential Dangers to Keep in Mind

When storms strike, especially in Georgia, the aftermath can leave landscapes in disarray. For industrial sites, corporate campuses, and athletic fields, fast and effective storm cleanup is crucial—not only to restore the beauty of your property but also to ensure the safety of anyone on-site. Here’s a guide on what to expect during storm cleanup and why hiring a professional team can save you time, stress, and money.

Key Dangers to Be Aware of After a Storm:

1. Fallen Trees and Limbs
   One of the most common hazards after a storm comes from fallen or weakened trees. These can block roads, cause damage to structures, or pose a danger to people. Even limbs that seem stable can shift unexpectedly, leading to accidents.
2. Debris in the Landscape
   The debris from storms—such as broken branches, building materials, or even outdoor furniture—can become hidden dangers that can damage machinery or cause injury if not cleared properly.
3. Flooded or Saturated Areas
   Standing water and oversaturated soil pose a risk to both the landscape and the safety of workers or students on athletic fields. Flooded areas can also promote root rot and disease, which may weaken the overall health of your  landscape.
4. Hidden Electrical Hazards
   Downed power lines can create life-threatening hazards. Proper inspection and care are essential before cleanup begins to prevent electrocution. 

Tips for Safe and Efficient Storm Cleanup

While some cleanup tasks may seem manageable, the sheer scale of the damage at large industrial sites, corporate campuses, and athletic fields often requires the expertise of a professional landscaping team. Here are a few steps to consider:

• Inspect the Damage Safely
  Before cleanup begins, conduct a thorough inspection of the area. Look for unstable trees, flooded areas, and hidden hazards like live wires. If there’s significant damage, especially involving large trees or flooding, it’s best to wait for professionals to assess the situation.
• Prioritize Tree Removal
  If a tree has fallen and is blocking access, prioritize its removal. Clearing routes for entrance and egress should always be the first priority to ensure crews can get in to start cleaning up. Large trees require specialized equipment and expertise to remove safely, especially in corporate or athletic environments where the risk to people or property is high.
• Address Flooded Areas
  For athletic fields and corporate landscapes, drainage systems may need to be checked and repaired. After severe weather, any areas that flooded should be inspected for potential drainage system failure. Make sure any drains are cleared of any debris to help lower the flood water levels quicker
• Remove Hazardous Debris
  Remove all debris, not only for aesthetics but also to prevent further damage or accidents. Even small debris can become projectiles during subsequent storms or during regular maintenance following the storm.

What to Expect When Hiring a Professional Cleanup Company

If your site has experienced significant damage, hiring a professional company is your best option. Here’s what you can expect when partnering with a team like ours:

1. Rapid Response
   We respond to your call quickly and, depending on the severity of the damage, have a crew on site by the next day.
2. Expert Assessment and Risk Mitigation
   We begin by assessing the extent of the damage, identifying potential risks, and developing a customized plan for your property. Whether you manage an industrial site, corporate campus, or athletic field, our experience with storm recovery ensures no detail is overlooked. 
3. Safe, Efficient Tree Removal
   With our specialized equipment and experienced team, we handle even the most complex tree removals quickly and safely, preventing further damage to your property and ensuring worker and visitor safety.
4. Complete Debris Removal
   We remove all landscape related debris, large and small, ensuring your property is clean, safe, and ready for use. We also assess the health of your turf and plants to help prevent future damage. 
5. Turf Repair and Landscape Restoration
   Athletic fields and corporate campuses require meticulous care to return to “country club quality” standards. We repair damaged turf, manage drainage issues, and provide redesigns of damaged areas to restore the landscape to its pre-storm condition.
6. Ongoing Maintenance and Storm Preparation
   Beyond cleanup, we offer services to prepare your landscape for future storms. This includes deep pruning of trees to reduce the risk of falling limbs and installing proper drainage systems to handle heavy rain.

Highlighting Our Experience with Tornado and Severe Weather Cleanups

With over 45 years of expertise in the industry, our team has successfully managed cleanup efforts following some of Georgia’s most severe weather events. From tornado aftermath to high-wind storm damage, we understand the urgency and complexity of restoring large-scale properties. Our experience allows us to tackle any challenge efficiently and safely, minimizing downtime for your business or institution.

Storm cleanup requires more than just a quick fix—it’s about ensuring safety, protecting your landscape investment, and restoring the full functionality of your property. For industrial sites, corporate campuses, and athletic fields, partnering with a professional landscape team will not only speed up the recovery process but also prevent future hazards. Let us help you get your property back to its best condition, safely and efficiently.