Washington County · Indiana
Tree removal in New Pekin, IN
New Pekin: one National Weather Service storm report near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 60 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near New Pekin
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 60 mph
- with trees across Washington County
- 39
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near New Pekin, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 8, 2016 |
| Strongest gust | 60 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Washington County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 46 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 39 |
| Tornado reports | 10 |
Full record for Washington County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Washington County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 103 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 34 |
| Distance to the station | 9 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in New Pekin
| Households | 560 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1976 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Duke Energy Indiana, LLC |
|---|---|
| Clark County Rural E M C | |
| Harrison County Rural E M C |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 5 utilities in Washington County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for New Pekin
- Clearing a lota small place, about 560 households
- Removal day
- Arborist assessment
- Cables and braces
- Tree on power lines
- Should it come down?
Rules in Indiana
Indiana: 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: Indiana Department of Insurance.