DeKalb County · Indiana
Tree removal in Garrett, IN
Garrett: one National Weather Service storm report 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 Garrett
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 63 mph
- with trees across DeKalb County
- 23
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Garrett, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jun 18, 2021 |
| Strongest gust | 63 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
DeKalb County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 31 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 23 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, DeKalb 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 | 136 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 56 |
| Distance to the station | 1 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Garrett
| Households | 2,700 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1972 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Indiana Michigan Power Co |
|---|---|
| Northern Indiana Pub Serv Co | |
| City of Auburn |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 6 utilities in DeKalb County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Garrett
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1972, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Calling the line
- Tree on power lines
- Choosing a crew
- 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.