Galax city · Virginia
Tree removal in Galax, VA
Galax: 5 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 63 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Galax
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 63 mph
- with trees across Galax city
- 5
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Galax, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jun 26, 2025 · Jul 29, 2023 · Jan 11, 2020 |
| Strongest gust | 63 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Galax city, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 6 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 5 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Galax city
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
| Tornadoes | Very low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 123 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 36 |
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Galax
| Households | 2,730 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 6 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1968 |
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 Galax
- Is it an emergency?5 tree reports near Galax
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1968, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Should it come down?
- Arborist assessment
- Calling the line
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.