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Can you remove a tree near power lines in High Point?

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Whether a tree near power lines can be removed depends on which line is involved, so that is the first thing to identify. The service drop, the single line running from the pole to your house, is one situation, while the utility's primary lines along the street are the utility's responsibility and are never touched by a homeowner or their contractor. A tree tangled in primary lines should be reported to the utility, which can de-energize or drop the line before any cutting happens. Never let anyone cut a tree in contact with an energized line, and never do it yourself. We connect you with insured local tree contractors who coordinate with the utility when a line is in play.

Updated Aug 20, 2026 · High Point Tree Service Pros, High Point, NC

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Know which line you are dealing with

The type of line changes who does the work and what has to happen first.

How it generally works

Anything touching or near the utility's primary lines is the utility's call. They may de-energize the circuit or temporarily drop the service drop so a contractor can work safely. This coordination takes time, so it is not a same-hour job when a live line is involved.

For a tree that is close to but not contacting a line, an experienced contractor can often rig it down in controlled pieces so no section swings into the line. The judgment on whether that is safe is made on site.

Hard safety rules

Treat every line as live.

Common questions

Who removes a tree touching the power line to my house?⌄
The service drop is coordinated with the utility, which can drop or de-energize it so work is safe. A contractor should not cut a tree in contact with a live line.
Can I trim a tree growing into the lines on the street?⌄
No. Those are the utility's primary lines. Report the tree to the utility and let them handle anything near those lines.
A storm dropped a line onto a tree in my yard. What do I do?⌄
Stay far back, assume the line is live, and call the utility and 911. Do not touch the tree or the line, and do not let anyone cut it until the utility clears it.

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