Roanoke city · Virginia
Tree removal in Roanoke, VA
Roanoke, in Roanoke city: 4 storm reports that mention trees across the county, 2016–2025. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- with trees across Roanoke city
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Storm record
Roanoke city, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 5 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 4 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Roanoke city
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 77 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 14 |
| Distance to the station | 3 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Roanoke
| Households | 43,430 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 5 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1959 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Appalachian Power Co |
|---|
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Roanoke
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1959, among older trees
- Should it come down?
- Arborist assessment
- Permits and rules
- Pruning instead of removal
Rules in Virginia
Virginia: 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: Virginia State Corporation Commission, Bureau of Insurance.
Map of Roanoke
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