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re: My neighbor's enormous live oak smashed into our backyard (pic now) UPDATE
Posted on 3/3/17 at 11:53 am to OKellsBells
Posted on 3/3/17 at 11:53 am to OKellsBells
Sure somebody has pointed out that is a water oak, known far and wide to fall over or drop big limbs without warning. Only matters if you plan to try to prove your neighbor had reason to suspect the tree was a known hazard.
If you inspect the debris, I wager it will appear perfectly healthy. If it uprooted, the root mass will appear WAY too small for the tree. Not anyone's fault, that is what water oaks do.
Unfortunately for you, it is in your yard now so it is your tree, your problem and your expense to clean up. $3,000 is a VERY high estimate for debris removal, I see around $1,000 from your photo. Is that number your guess or a quote?
If you inspect the debris, I wager it will appear perfectly healthy. If it uprooted, the root mass will appear WAY too small for the tree. Not anyone's fault, that is what water oaks do.
Unfortunately for you, it is in your yard now so it is your tree, your problem and your expense to clean up. $3,000 is a VERY high estimate for debris removal, I see around $1,000 from your photo. Is that number your guess or a quote?
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Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:10 pm to jrodLSUke
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pay for something he is not responsible for is trashy
We take responsibility for our own property and things on our property, again, we don't live in area that wouldn't be that way.
Actually, my neighbor would have been at my house telling me all is good and help is en route.
Hence the reason I want to limit my exposure BEFORE an issue occurs by having an expert certify the health of my own.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:13 pm to OKellsBells
Your kids got a tree house
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:20 pm to OKellsBells
I had this happen when my neighbors tree fell into my yard, it destroyed my patio, the furniture and smashed the roof. My insurance adjuster gave us 800.00 to remove the tree ourselves. We just cut it up with a chain saw carries it out little by little. Was not fun but we came out ahead in the end.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:34 pm to OKellsBells
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This will be about $3000, just for the removal
do you not have an adult male in your life with a chain saw? $3K seems retarded to haul off that tree. go to Home Depot and get six messicans to clean that shite up. No way I'd pay $3000 for removal.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:48 pm to tigerinthebueche
Probably been posted already, but
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If your tree falls on your neighbor's house, the basic rule is that the insurance policy of the property that was damaged pays for the loss. In other words, if your tree falls on your neighbor's house, your neighbor's homeowner's insurance covers the damage to your neighbor's house.
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Scenario 4: What to do if neighbor’s tree that fell on your house was old and weak, and you think the damage could have been avoided Allow us to start with a disclaimer: this scenario is extremely rare! If your neighbor has a tree that seems diseased or illfated, express your concerns to your neighbor. Tell them that you feel that your home is in jeopardy of being damaged by their tree. But keep in mind that a person can’t be forced to remove a tree. If you have serious concerns about your safety, you may wish to get the tree evaluated by a professional and then send a certified letter to your neighbor requesting the removal of the tree. This will put your insurance company in a stronger position to argue your neighbor’s negligence in the event of a claim.
This post was edited on 3/3/17 at 12:49 pm
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:51 pm to OKellsBells
It amazes me how some people make it through life as functioning adults
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:52 pm to AndyCBR
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Impossible to prove after the fact...
Impossible to prove if a tree that just fell was rotting or dying?
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:53 pm to tigerinthebueche
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do you not have an adult male in your life with a chain saw? $3K seems retarded to haul off that tree.
That's insane. That is a case of beer and two buddies removal job on a Saturday if I have ever seen one. That would be kind of fun actually.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:54 pm to OKellsBells
That is not a live oak. Learn your trees. 
It is yours now. 
It is yours now. 
Posted on 3/3/17 at 12:54 pm to jbgleason
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That's insane. That is a case of beer and two buddies removal job on a Saturday if I have ever seen one. That would be kind of fun actually.
Make sure to down at least 1 case of beer before starting, to ensure maximum feelings of confidence when firing up the chainsaw.
Posted on 3/4/17 at 7:37 pm to Ingeniero
Thank you, Captain Obvious.
Posted on 3/4/17 at 7:50 pm to OKellsBells
Did you need to come back and respond to my post twice? You've got wood to cut
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:05 pm to OKellsBells
With all due respect you come across as a whiny bitch
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:14 pm to OKellsBells
I wish I lived closer. I'd take it out for $500.00.
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:15 pm to SEClint
Why are y'all so damn snobby and suspicious? I'm not a fricking alter and didn't even know what that meant until I officially joined. I enjoy reading and posting here because I randomly discovered TD is a local forum of people discussing topics that concern me, and I can maintain a certain degree of privacy. Haze me all you want, I will still read the news here and post sometimes, even if you nit-picky a-holes troll me.
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:16 pm to OKellsBells
I know you aren't an alter.
Don't worry about these nerds. They're all GAF
Don't worry about these nerds. They're all GAF
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:17 pm to OKellsBells
So odd that such an alive looking tree would have that much rot.
That's what I love about kids.
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Our new view- and yes my son loves it.
That's what I love about kids.
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:17 pm to OKellsBells
We're just fricking with you, don't take it too seriously.
Go white knight somewhere else, nerd.
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I know you aren't an alter.
Don't worry about these nerds. They're all GAF
Go white knight somewhere else, nerd.
Posted on 3/4/17 at 8:26 pm to Ingeniero
Well, we have jobs. Dismantling and dragging this out of our yard is going to be a weekend task for us. Thanks for your snarky advice!
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