Severe weather in Gregg County peaks from March through June, and a single storm can drop a pine across a roof, strip shingles and flatten a fence in one afternoon. This is the order to work in so cleanup is safe, documented and fast.
Quick answer: Photograph the damage first, stay clear of downed power lines, then sort debris into limbs, roofing, fencing and wet building material. Longview’s bulky pickup takes large branches but not roofing, fencing or sheetrock, so most storm cleanups need a 20-yard or 30-yard dumpster at $479 or $599.
STEP 1Make it safe and document the damage
Stay away from downed lines and report them to your utility. Before you move anything, take wide and close-up photos of the damage from several angles. Those photos support an insurance claim, and cleanup can then begin without waiting on an adjuster for every limb.
STEP 2Sort the debris into four piles
- Limbs and trunks: Longview bulky pickup takes branches 3 to 10 feet long, within the 8-cubic-yard cap.
- Roofing and siding: the city does not collect roofing materials. These go in a dumpster.
- Fencing and lumber: also refused by the city.
- Wet insulation and sheetrock: heavy and refused by the city. These go in a dumpster.
Longview knows this routine. After the severe storms that hit East Texas in 2023, the City of Longview ran extra debris collection and was still working through remaining piles into the summer. Pines in saturated ground come down easily, which is why so many local cleanups start with one big tree.
STEP 3Choose the right container size
Limbs alone fit a 10-yard ($379, 1 ton). A downed pine plus fence panels usually needs a 20-yard ($479, 3 tons). Roof sections, siding and tree work together call for a 30-yard ($599, 4 tons). Wet material is heavier than it looks, so size up if in doubt. The weight guide shows why.
CITY OPTIONSWhat the city does after big storms
After major storms the City of Longview has run special debris collection, and its crews work down a schedule that can take weeks. Watch city announcements and the CitySend app. A dumpster on your own driveway puts the timeline in your hands instead of waiting your turn on a route.
AVOID PROBLEMSWatch for storm-chasing contractors
After every storm, out-of-town crews knock on doors. Ask for a local address and written pricing before any work starts. Our guide to choosing a Longview dumpster company lists the questions to ask.
FAQFrequently asked questions
Does Longview pick up storm debris for free?
The bulky item service collects large branches up to 8 cubic yards, four times a year. After major storms the city has also run special collections. Roofing, fencing and sheetrock are not covered.
What size dumpster do I need for storm damage?
A 20-yard ($479) fits most downed-tree and fence cleanups. A roof plus trees often needs a 30-yard ($599).
Can I put tree limbs and roofing in the same dumpster?
Usually yes, but some Gregg County facilities want yard waste kept separate. Tell us your debris mix at booking.
When is storm season in Longview?
March through June is the heaviest severe-weather stretch for East Texas.
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