Woodford County · Illinois
Tree removal in Washburn, IL
Washburn: 4 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 81 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Washburn
- 4
- strongest gust in them
- 81 mph
- with trees across Woodford County
- 37
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Washburn, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 4 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 14, 2024 · Oct 11, 2021 · Aug 10, 2020 |
| Strongest gust | 81 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Woodford County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 59 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 37 |
| Tornado reports | 11 |
Full record for Woodford County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Woodford County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 121 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 45 |
| Distance to the station | 9 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Washburn
| Households | 440 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 9 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1939 or earlier |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co | |
| Corn Belt Energy Corporation |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Washburn
- Clearing a lota small place, about 440 households
- Is it an emergency?4 tree reports near Washburn
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1939, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree9 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Choosing a crew
- Should it come down?
Rules in Illinois
Illinois: no statewide tree-work license turned up in our research, so proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation is the thing to ask for.
Claim complaints: Illinois Department of Insurance.