Nevada County · California
Tree removal in Alta Sierra, CA
Alta Sierra: answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
(844) 505-0950 Free call · answered 24/7
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Nevada County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 1 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Nevada County
| Strong wind | Very low |
|---|---|
| Tornadoes | Very low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 61 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 1 |
| Distance to the station | 5 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Alta Sierra
| Households | 2,920 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 10 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 9 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1984 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Liberty Utilities |
|---|---|
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | |
| Truckee Donner P U D |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Alta Sierra
- The neighbor’s tree10 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Should it come down?
- Arborist assessment
- Choosing a crew
- Warning signs
- Pruning instead of removal
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 Alta Sierra
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