San Mateo County · California
Tree removal in San Carlos, CA
San Carlos: one National Weather Service storm report near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 30 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near San Carlos
- 1
- strongest gust in them
- 30 mph
- with trees across San Mateo County
- 6
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near San Carlos, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 1 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | Feb 4, 2024 |
| Strongest gust | 30 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
San Mateo County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 15 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 6 |
Full record for San Mateo County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, San Mateo County
| Strong wind | Relatively low |
|---|---|
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the station | 2 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in San Carlos
| Households | 11,050 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 7 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1961 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Pacific Gas & Electric Co. |
|---|---|
| City & County of San Francisco |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for San Carlos
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1961, among older trees
- Pruning instead of removal
- Calling the line
- Should it come down?
- Cables and braces
- Choosing a crew
Rules in California
California: tree contractors are licensed by the Contractors State License Board (class C-49, or the older C-61/D-49). License lookup.
Claim complaints: California Department of Insurance.