My Tree Looks Like It Might Fall — What Now?
A sudden lean, fresh soil heave at the base, a large crack in the trunk, or a big split at a fork — those are the patterns that turn into overnight failures.
Signs to take seriously today
New lean, soil lifting on one side of the base, mushrooms at the root flare, deep vertical cracks in the trunk, large recent limb drops.
What dispatch will ask
Species and rough size, proximity to structures, whether it's leaning toward the house, and whether access is clear for a truck and possibly a crane.
What you can do while you wait
Move vehicles out from under it, keep people out of the fall zone, avoid parking in the driveway if that's the target.
For any tree job, ask the contractor for proof of current license and general liability insurance before work begins, and confirm coverage details with your homeowners insurance carrier. This is standard consumer guidance for any tree work — not a claim about the specific crew dispatched to you.