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Top-Rated Arborists in Old Hickory - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Alonso's Tree Service
Alonso's Tree Service
4.7(
143
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough about Alonso Tree Service!1 Their work is impecable. I had 2 dead ash trees over 40 feet tqall next to my house. They removed them, droping each limb and trunk exactly where they should fall, never touching the house. Each of the four person crew works very hard and efficiently, removing all the debris from the yard, to just like it was. Seriously, you need to check Alonso's Tree Service for all your tree work. You won't be disappointed!!"
After
before
nolensville tree removal
nolensville tree removal
mulching

+8

Response time2 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rivera Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
107
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This wonderful company paired with another company to complete our rather large job. They showed up and got to work and were so efficient and fast! They listened to what we wanted to have done and sought our approval during the job. The debris was cleaned up so well that one wouldn’t know they had been here except for the much shorter trees! Very reasonable and easy to work with and would recommend to anyone!"
General Work
General Work
General Work
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stump Professionals, LLC
4.9(
33
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would definitely use Stump Professionals again. I appreciated Devin's knowledge and confidence. The tree stump he removed was at least 4 feet across he was able to do it efficiently and we were able to use the mulch elsewhere in the yard."
My work
My work
My work
My work
My work

+1

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for R & P Outdoor Solutions
R & P Outdoor Solutions
4.9(
11
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Done a very professional job in a timely manner and was very well mannered. Great prices as well would highly recommend to anybody for tree and lawn services thanx again for the great job"
After
Large Oaks over a garage leaning. Taken down smoothly and cleaned up.
Tree Service Project
Large Oak cut and removed
Before

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Goose's Tree Service
5.0(
16
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a tree fall on our house, and only a professional service could handle it. Neighbors told us about this company, and we werenâ t disappointed. From my first call until completion of the removal it was about 3 hours. They removed the tree without damaging the house or power lines. Mulched it up, ground the stump, and cleaned everything up. The gentlemen that performed the job were extremely kind and hard-working professionals. The cost was extremely fair, especially considering the equipment they needed to bring. I hope that we never need them again for a tree on our house, but Iâ ll definitely be calling them for any tree needs in the future."
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After
After
Land clearing
Land clearing

+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

Most experts recommend removing a tree that has sustained more than 25% loss in the limbs, trunk, or circumference of the bark. Doing an initial trimming of damaged and dangling branches, but then waiting a few days of monitoring to decide how much more you might need to cut can help you better assess the total damage to the tree. However, consulting a tree maintenance pro to make this determination the best course of action before removing a tree.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

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