Who is responsible for cleaning up debris from someone else’s tree that falls on my property?

• <div><p>If debris from a tree located in a government-owned space (such as a sidewalk, public school, or government property) falls in your yard, it is the city’s or state government’s responsibility to have the debris cleaned up. On the other hand, most states only hold a neighbor liable for cleaning up their tree’s debris if they were negligent in caring for the tree.</p></div>

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Last update on January 29, 2022

Reviewed in January 2022
Chip did a great job!! Came, saw repaired, no bunny trails.
Air Repair HVAC, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2021
While we are generally satisfied with the fresh look of the newly painted surfaces, not much care was taken with the fence staining. The fence is old so we expected some uneven stain, but several interior borders were missed and there are boards with stain runs and drips which looks sloppy. In...
Solution Painting Inc
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Reviewed in December 2016
All went well. Per the Angie's List deal, we bought the paint. Foreman kept in good contact with me and came over to make sure we were all set and to discuss the work. The team did some really good work fixing some holes, loose taping, and chips out of the drywall.
MTR Service LLC
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Reviewed in July 2016
I wasn't told until after the repair was completed and my CC charged that the chip would still be visible after the repair
Patriot Auto Glass LLC
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Reviewed in September 2015
The two-man crew showed up a few minutes ahead of schedule to get set up for the job, and were actually painting before the "official" start time. They were all set to go with a paint sprayer on the fence, and showed me how that looked after one coat. We agreed that, while the sprayer would do...
Donna's Painting
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Reviewed in June 2013
He is very meticulous in his work and takes the amount of time need to do a high quality job. All sealing was done by hand with a brush. Washing off the old stain took extra work but was done successfully using a separate brightening product.
PlanetGreen PowerWash
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If debris from a tree located in a government-owned space (such as a sidewalk, public school, or government property) falls in your yard, it is the city’s or state government’s responsibility to have the debris cleaned up. On the other hand, most states only hold a neighbor liable for cleaning up their tree’s debris if they were negligent in caring for the tree.

If you have a lot of trees around your home, mulching all those leaves can smother the lawn. Air and light won't reach the grass and soil if too many leaves have been mulched. Turf grass and other lawn problems can arise if the weather is too wet and excessive leaves have been mulched.

The optimal time to tackle thorn bush removal is during late fall or winter when the bushes are dormant. The plants are less active during this time of year, making it easier to prune and remove. Additionally, you can more easily see what you’re cutting since there are no leaves.

Yes, most services include basic site cleanup and proper disposal of debris, which may include hazardous materials. It is always best to confirm the specifics with your provider.

If you don’t have too many fallen leaves, one option is to leave them in place. They’ll eventually decompose, adding vital nutrients to the soil. But if you have a thick layer of leaves smothering your lawn, you’ll want to either mulch them or bag them up for removal. If you choose to collect and bag your leaves, check with your local municipality on any specific guidelines to dispose of them. Many cities offer curbside pickup if the leaves are disposed of in yard waste bags or containers.

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