Stephenson County · Illinois
Tree removal in Freeport, IL
Freeport: 22 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 70 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Freeport
- 22
- strongest gust in them
- 70 mph
- with trees across Stephenson County
- 49
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Freeport, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 22 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Aug 18, 2025 · Jul 15, 2024 · Jul 14, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 70 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Stephenson County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 66 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 49 |
| Tornado reports | 8 |
Full record for Stephenson County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Stephenson County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 148 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 70 |
| Distance to the station | 2 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Freeport
| Households | 11,030 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1958 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Commonwealth Edison Co |
|---|---|
| Rock Energy Cooperative | |
| Scenic Rivers Energy Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Freeport
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1958, among older trees
- Is it an emergency?22 tree reports near Freeport
- Calling the line
- Should it come down?
- Removal day
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.