If a Tree falls on a fence.?

Question

Ok, so my neighbors tree has broken in two and has fallen into my backyard, is it my responsibility to clean it up or is it his?? It seems like he is just ignoring it..HELP

Answer 1

i had the same problem i just shoved it back in his yard after 2 months he has not cut if up yet ...f...k him he a wimp anyway..

Answer 2

If the tree is growing on your neighbor's property, then it is his responsibility to clean it up. If there is damage to your fence or other property, your neighbor's homeowners insurance should pay for repairs. You might just ask in a calm way if he could give you his timetable for cleaning up the fallen tree. That way you aren't asking him IF he will do it but telling him, in a polite way, that you KNOW that he knows that he needs to deal with it.

Answer 3

Have you talked to your neighbor? He should have contacted his homeowners insurance company. You need to contact yours as well. He is clearly responsible to remove the tree, The insurance companies will figure out liability for any damage caused by the falling tree. If the tree was clearly dying before it fell, your neighbor may be considered liable for failing to maintain his tree properly. If the tree was healthy but knocked over by an "act of God", you insurance will have to cover any damage to your property.

Answer 4

If the tree grew on his property it is his responsibility, however, it is your back yard, and if he is ignoring it, the tree will stay there until either it rots or you clean it up. (at least the part that is on your property). If you want to be a real pain about the whole thing, you can probably take him to court, but it seems like it would just be easier to clean it up yourself.

Answer 5

Tree service and tree removal can get expensive, depending on the size of the tree. If you have a home-owner's insurance policy, file a claim and let the insurance company deal with the neighbor.

Answer 6

It sounds as though it should be his responsibility to clean up the mess and pay for repairs to the fence. Get hold of your neighborhood association (if you have one), and perhaps a lawyer or two, and see what your options are.

If your neighbor is renting, then my guess is that the landlord should be responsible.

Answer 7

He is probably respecting your private property or might not know what to do.

If it was ME, I would just pick up the mess that was on my property, myself.

If a childs ball rolls into your yard, would you make the child walk all the way over to your house to get it, or would you just toss it back to the child?

To me, it's the same.

After all, I'm sure you have always enjoyed looking at the tree in the past. He has committed no crime.

That's just nature.

Answer 8

A few years ago b/c of tropical storm Alicia, our neighbor's tree fell on our garage. It did about $5K damage to the roof. Our insurance paid for it. I think it depends on if you knew if the tree was sick and have proof that you notified your neighbor of this hazard.

Answer 9

sorry to break this to you, but everything what is on your side of the fence- it is your responsibility to clean. you can cut any branches from your neighbor trees straight with your property line if they dead or alive.

Answer 10

If there was ANY damage at all, you may want to ask your neighbour the name of his insurance company (if he's being a total jerk), as no doubt YOUR company would love to talk with them about settling your forthcoming claim.

OR... he could be the good neighbourly thing and clean up the mess.

Answer 11

I'd clean up the mess if he isn't willing. Did it break the fence? If so, make sure to let him know that you're expecting it to be fixed quite soon.