Storm cleanup in Los Osos clears the limbs, debris and washouts a Central Coast winter storm leaves behind — and fixes the drainage or erosion the storm exposed so the same spot doesn't fail next time. Kestrel Landscapes prioritizes storm calls, makes hazards safe, hauls the green waste and repairs the damage.
Central Coast winter storms arrive as wind first, rain second — and both leave a mess. Snapped limbs and toppled trees, debris scattered across the yard, a path or bed washed out where runoff found a new channel. When it's cleared fast, a storm is an inconvenience; when it sits, limbs become hazards and washouts become erosion.
Kestrel Landscapes handles post-storm cleanup across Los Osos and SLO County: we clear fallen limbs and debris, haul it away, and address the drainage or erosion the storm exposed so the same spot doesn't fail in the next system.
After a storm, we handle
Typical storm calls:
Fallen limbs and branches across the yard or drive
A toppled or dangerously leaning tree
Debris and green waste piled up by wind
A washed-out path, bed or slope where water broke through
Blocked or overwhelmed drainage that flooded during the storm
Debris & limb cleanup
We clear fallen limbs, branches and scattered debris, cut them down to haulable size, and remove the green waste so your property is safe and usable again quickly.
Washout & erosion repair
Storms expose weak points. Where runoff carved a path or undercut a slope, we repair the damage and correct the drainage so the next storm doesn't reopen it.
Drainage recovery
If overwhelmed or blocked drainage flooded the yard, we clear and, where needed, upgrade it so your property is ready before the next atmospheric river lines up.
Our process
1
Rapid assessment
We assess hazards — leaning trees, blocked access — and prioritize safety first.
2
Clear & make safe
We remove limbs and debris and make hazardous material safe to handle.
3
Haul away
Green waste and debris are cut down and hauled off-site.
4
Repair the damage
We fix washouts, undercut edges and exposed drainage problems.
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Storm-proof
We recommend drainage or planting fixes so the same spot holds next time.
Get your storm cleanup estimate
Get a free on-site assessment and a written scope — Based in Los Osos — most SLO County assessments scheduled within 48 hours.
Storm cleanup is priced by the volume of debris, tree work involved, and any repairs the storm made necessary. A yard full of small limbs is quick; large downed trees and washout repair take more.
Volume of debris and green waste
Size and number of downed limbs/trees
Hazard and access difficulty
Washout and erosion repair
Drainage clearing or upgrades
Disposal and haul-away
Note: For large or hazardous tree removal near structures or power lines, we coordinate with a certified arborist or the utility as needed.
Why choose Kestrel Landscapes for storm cleanup
Fast, safety-first response
We prioritize storm calls, assess hazards like leaning trees and blocked access first, and get to properties as quickly as safe conditions allow.
We fix the cause, not just the mess
Where runoff carved a path or undercut a slope, we repair it and correct the drainage so the next system doesn't reopen it.
Coordinated tree work
For large or hazardous tree removal near structures or power lines we bring in or coordinate with a certified arborist so it's done safely.
Storm-ready afterward
We recommend drainage and planting fixes so vulnerable spots hold before the next atmospheric river lines up.
Storm Cleanup FAQs
We prioritize storm calls, especially hazards like leaning trees and blocked access, and get to properties as quickly as scheduling and safe conditions allow. Reach out as soon as it's safe and we'll fit you in.
We handle limb and moderate tree cleanup and haul-away. For large trees near structures or power lines we bring in or coordinate with a certified arborist so it's done safely.
Yes — that's the difference that matters. We repair washed-out paths and beds and correct the drainage or erosion the storm exposed so the same spot doesn't fail in the next system.
Sometimes — coverage for storm-damaged landscaping and debris varies by policy and cause. We can document the damage and work with what your carrier needs, but check your specific policy for what's covered.
Both. We handle one-time post-storm cleanup, and we can also put your property on a seasonal schedule so debris, drainage and vulnerable spots are managed before the next system rather than after. Recurring clients also get priority when storms hit.
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Get a free on-site assessment and a written scope — Based in Los Osos — most SLO County assessments scheduled within 48 hours.