Fallen Tree Deck Damage Repair in Marin County

Did a tree or large limb fall on your deck? Clough Construction repairs fallen tree damage to decks throughout Marin County, from broken boards and railings to cracked framing.

A fallen tree is the most common cause of serious storm damage to Marin decks, and the worst of it is often hidden underneath.

Schedule My Free Deck Assessment

Call (415) 444-5554 | Office staff available Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm | Serving Marin County homeowners for 40 years

What to Do When a Tree Falls on Your Deck

Stay off the deck and away from any downed power lines
Photograph the damage before anything is moved
Contact your insurance provider
Have a tree service remove the tree or limbs
Call Clough Construction for a free deck assessment

Why the Framing Must Be Inspected

A heavy limb can crack joists and beams, shift posts on their footings, and stress the ledger where the deck connects to your house, even when the boards on top look fine. Our estimator inspects the structure from below so your repair addresses all of the damage, not just what you can see.

How We Repair Storm Damaged Deck Framing

When framing is damaged, we use one of two proven methods. Sistering fastens a new joist alongside a cracked or weakened one so the two share the load. It is the most cost-effective option, and the existing framing stays in place. Replacing framing in its original location gives a clean, like-new structure, but the boards above usually have to come up, so it costs more. Think of it as a filling versus a root canal: both fix the problem. Learn more about our storm damage deck repair options.

Repair or Replace?

If multiple joists or posts show rot, boards are soft across large areas, or the deck has been patched again and again, a new deck is often the better investment. Composite decking such as TimberTech won’t rot or splinter and needs very little upkeep. Our estimator will inspect your deck from above and below and give you an honest recommendation.

Areas We Serve

We repair storm damaged decks throughout Marin County, including San Rafael, Novato, Mill Valley, Larkspur, Corte Madera, Greenbrae, Kentfield, San Anselmo, Fairfax, Ross, and Sausalito.

Fallen Tree Deck Damage Repair FAQs

What happens if a tree falls on my deck?

Stay off the deck and have a tree service remove the tree. Then schedule a free assessment, because impact can crack joists, beams, or posts even if the boards look fine.

Who removes the tree from my deck?

A tree service should remove the tree or limbs first. Once the deck is clear, Clough Construction will inspect and repair it.

Does insurance cover deck damage from a fallen tree?

Coverage depends on your policy. Contact your insurance provider for details. Our written estimate can help support your claim.

Can you repair just the damaged area?

Often, yes. If the rest of the deck is sound, we repair the affected framing, boards, and railings rather than replacing the whole deck.

Schedule Your Free Deck Assessment

A Clough Construction estimator will inspect your deck, explain your options, and recommend the approach that makes sense for your home. Until then, keep people off any area that feels soft, sags, or has a loose railing. Call (415) 444-5554 or fill out the form on this page. Office staff are available 7am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Serving Marin County for 40 years.