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Storm and tree damage in Fort Wayne

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Storm damage in Fort Wayne tends to come in two forms. Freezing precipitation is not uncommon, though major storms are usually several years apart, and high winds above 50 mph arrive once or twice a year. Snow adds to it: the area averages 33.6 inches a year, and January is the most likely month for heavy snow. That pattern means tree and roof damage often shows up after a single wind event or an ice load, not as a steady yearly cycle. When you hire for tree removal, storm clean-up or roof repair, ask whether the crew carries insurance and whether the quote covers hauling away limbs and debris. Ask who handles work near power lines, since you should not go near a downed line yourself. Get the scope in writing, including what is removed, what stays and what happens to the stump. If you run a generator during an outage, Indiana Michigan Power says to keep it outside, away from doors, windows and vents.

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What to know in Fort Wayne

  • In its storm guidance, Indiana Michigan Power says that when using a generator you should connect appliances directly to the generator. The generator's electrical output should not be connected to any home or building electrical circuits.

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Before you hire

  1. For a tree near power lines, call your utility first: only a utility-certified arborist should work within 3 m of the wires.

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  2. Ask which permits the job needs and who will get them; your municipal building department can tell you before work starts.

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  3. Ask about liability insurance and workers’ compensation cover before anyone works on your roof or property.

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Questions about hiring in Fort Wayne

How often do high winds hit Fort Wayne?

The National Weather Service for Northern Indiana says winds above 50 mph happen once or twice a year in the Fort Wayne area. Major freezing storms are usually several years apart. That makes it worth checking your trees for dead or weak limbs before windy seasons, not only after damage. National Weather Service, Northern Indiana (source, opens in a new tab)

When is heavy snow most likely in Fort Wayne?

January is the most likely month for heavy snow, and snowfalls of six inches or more usually happen only once per season. If you want a tree or roof checked before winter loads arrive, plan the work for autumn, before the first snow, which typically falls around the first of November. National Weather Service, Northern Indiana (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a tree removal quote include?

A written quote should name the trees or limbs involved, say whether debris hauling and stump work are included, state the start and finish timing, and confirm the crew carries insurance. Ask for the same details from each business so you can compare quotes fairly, line by line.

Can I run a generator in my garage during an outage?

No. Indiana Michigan Power says gas-powered generators must not be used in enclosed or partially enclosed spaces such as a garage or basement. Place the generator outside, away from doors, windows and vents, and connect appliances directly to it rather than to your home's circuits. Indiana Michigan Power (source, opens in a new tab)

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