Frequently asked questions

Tree removal pricing depends on tree height, trunk diameter, location relative to structures, and access. Small tree under 30ft: $400-700. Medium tree 30-60ft: $700-1,400. Large tree 60-80ft: $1,400-2,000. Very large or difficult access: $2,000-2,500+. We give you a free written on-site quote with a line-item breakdown before any work starts - no per-hour billing, no surprise add-ons after the crew arrives.

Non-emergency scheduled work depends on crew availability and job scope in Middle Tennessee. Active hazards - tree on a structure, road-blocking fall, widow-maker limb - are reviewed first and matched with the fastest available crew we can confirm. Quote requests through this site get a direct callback so we can confirm safety, access, and timing.

We currently serve Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Franklin, Brentwood, Mt. Juliet, Gallatin, Smyrna, Lebanon, Spring Hill, Columbia, La Vergne, Goodlettsville, Springfield, White House, Portland, Nolensville, Thompson's Station, Dickson, Ashland City, Pleasant View - that covers most of Middle Tennessee. If you are in a town not on the list, call us with your zip code and we will tell you on the spot whether we can reach you.

For jobs requiring ISA-certified documentation - such as HOA permit work, cabling, or insurance adjuster reports - ask about credentialed crew availability before scheduling. ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) certification is the tree care industry standard credential. Not every crew member on-site is certified, so we confirm credential fit before specialty work starts.

Most residential tree removals in Tennessee do not require a permit, but HOA covenants, local ordinances, and protected species regulations vary by municipality. Brentwood, Franklin, and some Hendersonville HOA communities have specific tree removal approval requirements. We can advise you on what applies to your job before we schedule.

Wood is chipped and either hauled away or left as mulch on-site per your preference. Larger logs can sometimes be left for firewood if you want them. Brush is chipped and hauled. Stumps are ground if you add that service. We leave the site clean - no debris pile left behind.

For most tree removal and trimming jobs, you do not need to be home if access is clear and we have confirmed the job scope before work starts. For large or complex jobs - crane work, jobs near structures, lot clearing - we ask that you or a representative be available on-site. We will tell you during the callback or on-site look which applies.

If a tree falls on an insured structure (house, garage, fence), most Tennessee homeowner policies cover removal costs. A tree that falls in the yard without contacting a structure is typically not covered. We provide photos and written documentation suitable for insurance claims on emergency jobs - let us know when you call and we will make sure you have what your adjuster needs.

Tree trimming (pruning) removes specific dead, weak, or structurally problematic branches following ANSI A300 standards. It improves structure and extends tree life. Topping removes large portions of the crown indiscriminately - it destroys the tree's structural integrity, creates massive wound openings that invite disease, and significantly shortens the tree's lifespan. We do not top trees. If another company proposes topping, that is a red flag.

We do not perform tree work in or around energized utility lines. That requires OSHA Part 1910.269 utility line clearance certification and coordination with the utility provider. If your tree is contacting or near a power line, call 811 and your utility provider first. Once the line is de-energized or properly protected, we can proceed. We will tell you this upfront during the callback rather than showing up and refusing.

TN Tree Bros matches homeowners with vetted local tree crews and confirms coverage needs before work starts. Before any tree crew works near your home, ask for proof of general liability and workers compensation coverage. If a job needs a credential we cannot confirm, we will say so before scheduling.

Card, cash, or check on completion. No deposits, no upfront billing. We text or email you the written on-site quote so you have the number in writing before the crew picks up a saw. For multi-day jobs like lot clearing, we may structure milestone payments - those are agreed in writing before work starts.