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Top-Rated Arborists in Old Hickory - Updated Nov 2026

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

Serving Old Hickory, TN and surrounding areas

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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!!"
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nolensville tree removal
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mulching

+8

Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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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."
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+1

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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"
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Large Oaks over a garage leaning. Taken down smoothly and cleaned up.
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Large Oak cut and removed
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+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

Any cutting of tree roots can hurt or kill a tree, which is why it's recommended you don’t do it unless the roots are damaging or invasive on a nearby structure like your home. You should never cut more than 15 percent of above-ground tree roots at one time. If you have any questions about cutting tree roots, contact your local arborist.

Salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, and burning can all help dissolve a tree stump. You can also bury the tree stump in soil or mulch to help it rot naturally. Killing a tree stump prevents future regrowth, but you may also remove it by digging it out or grinding it.

Yes, forestry mulching can grind stumps, but the level of effectiveness depends on the equipment used. Drum mulchers can break down smaller stumps, but larger or deep-rooted stumps may require a dedicated stump grinder for complete removal. If full stump removal is necessary for replanting or construction, additional excavation may be needed. Always check with your forestry mulching provider to confirm whether they offer stump grinding and if their equipment is suitable for your specific needs.

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

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