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Storm and Hazard Tree Questions
Short, plain answers to the questions we hear most around Cameron Park. Don't see yours? Call (530) 999-7156.
About calling us
Who comes to my house?
An independent tree pro from nearby. Finding them and booking the time is our part. The cutting and the quote are theirs.
Do you charge me anything?
No. The call and the help finding a pro are free to you.
Can I get two prices?
Sure. Just say so on the call. We'll aim to send a second pro, so you have two numbers side by side.
Which towns do you cover?
Cameron Park and towns within about 15 miles, from Folsom and Granite Bay out to Placerville and Cool. The towns page lists every one.
During and after a storm
There's a tree on a power line. Now what?
Keep ten feet away at minimum, per PG&E. Dial 911 for anything dangerous. Non-urgent tree trouble on PG&E wires: 1-800-743-5000.
What's the difference between a Wind Advisory and a High Wind Warning?
Under a High Wind Warning, strong wind and even stronger gusts are already blowing, so head indoors. An advisory is the milder of the two. That's the cue to tie down patio stuff.
Where should I park when a big wind is coming?
Away from big trees and wires if you can. The weather service says to put your car somewhere a falling tree or a downed wire is unlikely to reach.
Will insurance pay to haul away a fallen tree?
Often, if it struck the house or the garage. Consumer Reports puts the usual cap for removal at $500 or $1,000. Trees that miss everything mostly aren't covered.
Costs
Ballpark, what does taking a tree down cost?
Today's Homeowner pegs Sacramento-area removals near $723 on average, and $270 to $1,166 for most. Add more for storm damage, a crane, or a tree hugging the house.
Why does storm work cost more?
It's rushed, it's often risky, and everyone calls at once. Thumbtack says some companies add an emergency fee as high as $250 an hour.
Is a tree that's already down cheaper?
Usually. One national guide lists $75 to $150 for a fallen tree on open ground. A tree on a roof or fence costs more.
Rules in Cameron Park
Do I need approval to take down a tree?
Maybe, if CC&Rs cover your lot. The Cameron Park CSD's architectural review form puts tree removal on its approval list. Its office number is (530) 677-2231.
What about oaks?
The CSD's form says oaks are protected in El Dorado County and need an arborist's report to remove. Its 2026 review fee for an oak removal is $103.
Whose job is the line running into my house?
Yours. PG&E names it the service drop and leaves the clearing to owners. Need a pro near it? Ask PG&E for a short, free shutoff while they work.
Want the long version? Each service page goes deeper, and the towns page covers each place we serve.