Santa Clara County · California
Tree removal in Los Altos, CA
Los Altos, in Santa Clara County: 2 storm reports that mention trees across the county, 2016–2025. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- with trees across Santa Clara County
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Storm record
Santa Clara County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 6 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 2 |
Full record for Santa Clara County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Santa Clara County
| Strong wind | Very low |
|---|---|
| Tornadoes | Relatively low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the station | 4 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Los Altos
| Households | 10,760 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 8 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1964 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Pacific Gas & Electric Co. |
|---|---|
| City of Palo Alto | |
| City of Santa Clara |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Los Altos
- Warning signshalf the homes built by 1964, among older trees
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Who pays?
- Cables and braces
- Tree on power lines
- Should it come down?
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.
Map of Los Altos
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