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J and T Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jacob and his crew were very efficient. They took down six trees and trimmed one other. Two of the trees were fairly large. They did a very good job at a reasonable price. They careful and neat. They cut the trees close to the ground as I requested and cleaned up afterward, leaving the site neat and tidy. I was very pleased and would hire the J and T tree service again."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Paradise Lawn and Tree Service, Inc.
3.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great company to do business with. Reasonably priced. Got the job done fast. They cut down 4 huge cypress trees and ground up the stumps all in one day and cleaned up all the mess. I was extremely pleased with their work. Very friendly crew. I highly recommend Paradise Lawn and Tree Service. Linda McGuire, Knoxville, TN"
Response time7 hrs
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dalton Landscapes
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"First time having to do maintenance trimming trees and bushes. Got a few estimates but this company was the only one that took time to explain what and how they were going to do. Also, they are very knowledgeable of different trees and plants and what to-do and not to-do. They were pleasant and perfessional. They exceeded my expectation on what they did. My fence treeline never looked so clean and the trees in my yard look healthy with an amazing curb appeal. Highly recommend this company."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job. Arrived exactly at 9:00 a.m. and worked the entire day... I had about 12 stumps that needed to be ground down, and each one was done precisely as we discussed before starting. I would recommend this professional for any necessary stump grinding, including those in hard to reach areas."
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Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Full Service Property
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rutledge, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\n

Response time1 day
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

A chainsaw is the best tool to cut down a tree, but you may also use a handsaw or ax. You may also want to use a lopper or pole saw to remove limbs before cutting down the tree. Wear chainsaw chaps and protective gear, including eyewear and earplugs if you use a chainsaw. Again, if you’re unsure about how to use this tool, this project may be one to skip.

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

Common signs that a tree is rotting include dead branches, a leaning trunk, peeling or cracked bark, leaf discoloration, and the presence of fungi. If you notice any of these signs, it’s best to hire an arborist near you to inspect your tree and determine if it can be saved or if it needs to come down.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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