Carroll County · Illinois
Tree removal in Thomson, IL
Thomson: one National Weather Service storm report near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 85 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Thomson
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 85 mph
- with trees across Carroll County
- 36
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Thomson, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jul 10, 2025 |
| Strongest gust | 85 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Carroll County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 50 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 36 |
| Tornado reports | 4 |
Full record for Carroll County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Carroll County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 132 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 62 |
| Distance to the station | 6 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Thomson
| Households | 220 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1965 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Commonwealth Edison Co |
|---|---|
| Jo-Carroll Energy, Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Thomson
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 220 households
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1965, among older trees
- Who pays?
- Choosing a crew
- Tree on power lines
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 Thomson
Close by
- Savanna 5 with trees
- Mount Carroll 6 with trees
- Lanark 8 with trees
- Milledgeville 6 with trees