Neighbor told me that I have a dead tree and wants it cut down

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Now that you have notice, you will be responsible if it does any damage, so I would get it taken down.

This is your biggest concern right now. If the tree isn't going to cause any damage if it falls, then NBD that it's dead. But if it does fall onto your property or your neighbor's and causes damage, then you're going to incur more costs than just tree removal. Estimates are usually free, so you can probably have someone come look at the tree. And, while it's true that if you do more than one tree at a time you get a discount, not everyone gives you an equally good discount if it's a neighbor's tree and they are dealing with two different property owners.

This is not true. The neighbor's insurance would take care of the neighbor's damage. Look into your insurance. It does not matter where the tree originates. The person with the damage uses their insurance to deal with the damage.

Not once you have notice! It shifts the burden.

[Anonymous]

I think it would be a neighborly thing to look into it. It's true you might get a discount if you both get work done at the same time. I would still get my own estimate, (let that company know about his work, too) -- but you might be surprised that it isn't very expensive in the scheme of things.

It's probably a good idea to at least look into it, if you plan to be there awhile. You never know when you might need him to do something for you!

[Anonymous]

See here - neighbor's tree falls on your house your insurance still pays for the damage

https://www.angieslist.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It is so far back from both of our homes that is why we did not notice it. However, he does have a swing set back there on the property line (his kids are grown and no longer use).
Also, we really don't have the money for this or any other tree to be removed right now. I honestly don't care if it falls.

Well, then proceed. Why are you asking us? You aren't going to do anything.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:See here - neighbor's tree falls on your house your insurance still pays for the damage

https://www.angieslist.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm

Omg. Yes. In a normal situation. But once you have notice, it is different. There is an entire body of law that has hashed this out over many, many years.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It is so far back from both of our homes that is why we did not notice it. However, he does have a swing set back there on the property line (his kids are grown and no longer use).
Also, we really don't have the money for this or any other tree to be removed right now. I honestly don't care if it falls.

You very much will care if it falls and does damage, and you're responsible for it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It is so far back from both of our homes that is why we did not notice it. However, he does have a swing set back there on the property line (his kids are grown and no longer use).
Also, we really don't have the money for this or any other tree to be removed right now. I honestly don't care if it falls.

Well, then proceed. Why are you asking us? You aren't going to do anything.

+1 if you've already decided to do nothing then do nothing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Now that you have notice, you will be responsible if it does any damage, so I would get it taken down.

This is your biggest concern right now. If the tree isn't going to cause any damage if it falls, then NBD that it's dead. But if it does fall onto your property or your neighbor's and causes damage, then you're going to incur more costs than just tree removal. Estimates are usually free, so you can probably have someone come look at the tree. And, while it's true that if you do more than one tree at a time you get a discount, not everyone gives you an equally good discount if it's a neighbor's tree and they are dealing with two different property owners.

This is not true. The neighbor's insurance would take care of the neighbor's damage. Look into your insurance. It does not matter where the tree originates. The person with the damage uses their insurance to deal with the damage.

Not once you have notice! It shifts the burden.

Not really, the neighbor can say they gave notice and submit a claim to your insurance but it does not shift blame.

If a tree falls and causes NO DAMAGE it's your job to remove the tree, anyway. Again - https://www.angieslist.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm Telling the neighbor they have a dead tree in the back of their yard that is no threat to either house is going to affect insurance claims how?

[Anonymous]

To replace an old swing set that no one uses? You guys are crazy.
OP, get a second opinion and then move on from there. At least you can then say it isn't in your budget and like a pp said, tell your neighbor if he is concerned he can remove it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It is so far back from both of our homes that is why we did not notice it. However, he does have a swing set back there on the property line (his kids are grown and no longer use).
Also, we really don't have the money for this or any other tree to be removed right now. I honestly don't care if it falls.

Well, then proceed. Why are you asking us? You aren't going to do anything.

Cutting dead trees down and limb trimming are normal maintenance in having a yard. Well go ahead and do nothing and have your tree or other trees damage your house, fall on people, and other people's houses. You'll pay for it one way or another. I feel bad for your neighbor. However, if I was in his shoes and you told me you could not pay for it, I would pay for it because chasing you down for damages later will be futile.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Now that you have notice, you will be responsible if it does any damage, so I would get it taken down.

This is your biggest concern right now. If the tree isn't going to cause any damage if it falls, then NBD that it's dead. But if it does fall onto your property or your neighbor's and causes damage, then you're going to incur more costs than just tree removal. Estimates are usually free, so you can probably have someone come look at the tree. And, while it's true that if you do more than one tree at a time you get a discount, not everyone gives you an equally good discount if it's a neighbor's tree and they are dealing with two different property owners.

This is not true. The neighbor's insurance would take care of the neighbor's damage. Look into your insurance. It does not matter where the tree originates. The person with the damage uses their insurance to deal with the damage.

Not once you have notice! It shifts the burden.

Not really, the neighbor can say they gave notice and submit a claim to your insurance but it does not shift blame.

If a tree falls and causes NO DAMAGE it's your job to remove the tree, anyway. Again - https://www.angieslist.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm Telling the neighbor they have a dead tree in the back of their yard that is no threat to either house is going to affect insurance claims how?

You should really look at the entire body of law that governs this. Because you are wrong.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Now that you have notice, you will be responsible if it does any damage, so I would get it taken down.

Yes this. If falling in any direction could cause damage you don't want to pay for out of pocket you now have to take it down.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Now that you have notice, you will be responsible if it does any damage, so I would get it taken down.

This is your biggest concern right now. If the tree isn't going to cause any damage if it falls, then NBD that it's dead. But if it does fall onto your property or your neighbor's and causes damage, then you're going to incur more costs than just tree removal. Estimates are usually free, so you can probably have someone come look at the tree. And, while it's true that if you do more than one tree at a time you get a discount, not everyone gives you an equally good discount if it's a neighbor's tree and they are dealing with two different property owners.

This is not true. The neighbor's insurance would take care of the neighbor's damage. Look into your insurance. It does not matter where the tree originates. The person with the damage uses their insurance to deal with the damage.

Not once you have notice! It shifts the burden.

Not really, the neighbor can say they gave notice and submit a claim to your insurance but it does not shift blame.

If a tree falls and causes NO DAMAGE it's your job to remove the tree, anyway. Again - https://www.angieslist.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm Telling the neighbor they have a dead tree in the back of their yard that is no threat to either house is going to affect insurance claims how?

It happened to me. Has it happened to you?

You should really look at the entire body of law that governs this. Because you are wrong.

[Anonymous]

If the tree isn't near the house and is easily accessible in the backyard, it should be relatively inexpensive to take down. If the tree guys have a lot of room to work and don't have to be extra precious about making sure the tree doesn't fall on anything, they can get it done a lot faster and you can save money by not having the stump ground, if you are so inclined. Just a thought.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Now that you have notice, you will be responsible if it does any damage, so I would get it taken down.

This is your biggest concern right now. If the tree isn't going to cause any damage if it falls, then NBD that it's dead. But if it does fall onto your property or your neighbor's and causes damage, then you're going to incur more costs than just tree removal. Estimates are usually free, so you can probably have someone come look at the tree. And, while it's true that if you do more than one tree at a time you get a discount, not everyone gives you an equally good discount if it's a neighbor's tree and they are dealing with two different property owners.

This is not true. The neighbor's insurance would take care of the neighbor's damage. Look into your insurance. It does not matter where the tree originates. The person with the damage uses their insurance to deal with the damage.

Not once you have notice! It shifts the burden.

Not really, the neighbor can say they gave notice and submit a claim to your insurance but it does not shift blame.

If a tree falls and causes NO DAMAGE it's your job to remove the tree, anyway. Again - https://www.angieslist.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm Telling the neighbor they have a dead tree in the back of their yard that is no threat to either house is going to affect insurance claims how?

It happened to me. Has it happened to you?

You should really look at the entire body of law that governs this. Because you are wrong.

Yes. And neighbor was responsible. It was a great day and my legal education finally paid off!