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Avatar for JRM Tree Service Care For Life LLC
JRM Tree Service Care For Life LLC
5.0(
91
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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

Emergency services offered

"Excellent tree trimming experience. good communication with work crew. Very safe and professional workers. Clean up of work site, removing trees and raking up after work was completed. Will hire again w/o reservation."
Full Tree Service
Tree Trimming
Tree Service
Top Down View
Tree Removal

+20

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
69 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
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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

"I highly recommend the work of R&P Outdoor Solutions. The tree that they removed for me was a very difficult job because of its proximity to my house and electric lines and they handled it very professionally. I was very impressed with their skill. I was also impressed with how they did what they said they would do, were on time, worked hard, were considerate of us, avoided tearing up our yard, and cleaned up completely when the job was done for a very fair price. My hats off to Mr. Richard Wilcox and his guys for their fine work and professional demeanor. I appreciate what they did for us very much."
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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

A pro can guide you on the alternatives to tree topping depending on the specific issues within your trees. For example, if you’re dealing with breakage and cracks in your tree, they may suggest canopy reduction, which removes less than 25% of the tree’s limbs. If you’re dealing with lesser damage, some intentional pruning may be all you need. If you’re looking to get a clearer view through your tree, the pro may also try windowing or skirting your tree.

The best time to prune Japanese flowering cherry trees depends on where you live and the type of flowering cherry tree. Some trees benefit from being pruned toward the end of winter or early spring, after the last freeze. Meanwhile, other trees do well after blooming, in late spring or early summer. Avoid pruning your flowering cherry tree in the early winter, as this encourages open wounds that can lead to infections or infestations. 

Yes, pruning makes trees stronger because it fosters proper growth, weight distribution, and balance of the crown. By increasing the structural integrity of the tree through pruning, it’s less likely to experience disease, pests, broken limbs, and storm damage. Pruning the right branches and limbs is key to improving a tree’s strength and balance.

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.

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