Franklin County · Virginia
Tree removal in Penhook, VA
Penhook: 5 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 69 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Penhook
- 5
- strongest gust in them
- 69 mph
- with trees across Franklin County
- 132
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Penhook, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 5 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 17, 2025 · May 16, 2023 · Sep 1, 2018 |
| Strongest gust | 69 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Franklin County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 137 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 132 |
| Tornado reports | 1 |
Full record for Franklin County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Franklin County
| Hurricanes | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Very low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 104 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 22 |
| Distance to the station | 14 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Penhook
| Households | 460 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 9 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1992 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Appalachian Power Co |
|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Penhook
- Clearing a lota small place, about 460 households
- Is it an emergency?5 tree reports near Penhook
- Should it come down?
- Choosing a crew
- Warning signs
- Removal day
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.
Map of Penhook
Close by
- Union Hall 8 with trees
- North Shore
- Westlake Corner
- Rocky Mount 6 with trees
- Ferrum 9 with trees