El Paso County · Texas
Tree removal in Socorro, TX
Socorro: one National Weather Service storm report 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 Socorro
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 69 mph
- with trees across El Paso County
- 13
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Socorro, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Jun 19, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 69 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
El Paso County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 30 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 13 |
| Tornado reports | 1 |
Full record for El Paso County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, El Paso County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively moderate |
| Strong wind | Relatively high |
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 42 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 2 |
| Distance to the station | 14 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Socorro
| Households | 11,370 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 2000 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | El Paso Electric Co |
|---|---|
| Rio Grande Electric Coop, Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Socorro
- The neighbor’s tree7 in 10 homes are detached houses
- After-storm checkliststrong wind rated relatively high
- Warning signs
- What changes the price?
- Cables and braces
- Removal day
Rules in Texas
Texas: 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: Texas Department of Insurance.