Knox County · Illinois
Tree removal in Knoxville, IL
Knoxville, in Knox County: 48 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 Knox County
- 48
(844) 505-0950 Free call · answered 24/7
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Knox County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 64 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 48 |
| Tornado reports | 7 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Knox 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 | 135 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 59 |
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Knoxville
| Households | 1,260 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 9 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1959 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Ameren Illinois Company |
|---|---|
| Corn Belt Energy Corporation | |
| McDonough Power Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in Knox County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Knoxville
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1959, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 1,260 households
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Permits and rules
- 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.
Map of Knoxville
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