Hockley County · Texas
Tree removal in Sundown, TX
Sundown, in Hockley County: 4 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 Hockley County
- 4
(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
Hockley County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 66 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 4 |
| Tornado reports | 17 |
Full record for Hockley County
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Hockley County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Relatively low |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 98 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 20 |
| Distance to the station | 9 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Sundown
| Households | 580 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 6 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 7 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1983 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Southwestern Public Service Co |
|---|---|
| Lamb County Electric Coop, Inc | |
| Lyntegar Electric Coop, Inc |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in Hockley County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Sundown
- Clearing a lota small place, about 580 households
- Should it come down?
- Choosing a crew
- Warning signs
- Permits and rules
- Pruning instead of removal
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.
Map of Sundown
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