Storm and tree damage in Sioux Falls

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In Sioux Falls, who clears a fallen tree depends on where it landed. The city forestry team handles fallen trees and debris in the public right of way, which includes the area in and between the street and sidewalk, but it will not remove trees from private property unless the tree fell from public land. After the severe weather of July 25, 2026, the city opened branch drop sites and said homeowners and property owners are responsible for removing and disposing of trees and limbs on private property. For you, that means a tree in your yard is your job to arrange. Before you hire, ask whether the crew carries insurance, who hauls away the wood and limbs, and whether the quote covers clean-up as well as cutting. If the tree sits near the street or sidewalk, check with the city first, since that strip may fall to forestry rather than to a private crew. Ask for the scope of work in writing, including any roof repairs after the storm.

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What to know in Sioux Falls

  • The National Weather Service lists Sioux Falls's greatest seasonal snowfall as 94.7 inches in 1968/69. Its greatest calendar-year snowfall was 78.2 inches in 1983, and its maximum snow depth was 34 inches.

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  • Storms on the night of July 28, 2025 brought winds exceeding 65 miles per hour and caused outages for 6,400 customers in South Dakota. By the afternoon of July 29, crews had restored service to more than 5,400 of them.

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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 Sioux Falls

Who removes a fallen tree in Sioux Falls?

It depends on the location. The city forestry team clears fallen trees and debris in the public right of way, including the area in and between the street and sidewalk. A tree on private property is generally yours to deal with, unless it fell from public land. City of Sioux Falls (source, opens in a new tab)

Do I have to pay for storm debris on my own lot?

After the July 2026 storm, the city said homeowners and property owners are responsible for removing and disposing of trees and limbs that fall on private property. The city opened branch drop sites for that storm, so check whether any are currently open before you hire a hauler. City of Sioux Falls (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a tree work quote include?

A written quote should name the trees or limbs to be cut, say whether stump work is included, and state who hauls away the wood and debris. Ask for proof of insurance and a start date, and confirm whether damage repair, such as roof work, is covered or priced separately.

How can I compare quotes after a storm?

Get at least two written quotes covering the same scope, so you compare like with like. Check what each includes, such as cutting, clean-up, hauling and any roof repair. Be careful with anyone who demands payment up front or pressures you to decide on the spot.