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What does tree removal cost around Nashville? About $400 to $1,800. Height is the big driver.
Real ranges from published 2025-2026 cost data, with the sources listed, so you know the number before anybody shows up with a clipboard.
The short answer
HomeBlue's Nashville data puts tree removal at $400 to $1,800, averaging about $1,100, with a 3-person crew at $190 to $240 an hour (HomeBlue, March 2025). Nationally, LawnLove lists $385 to $1,070, with $850 as the average (LawnLove, 2026).
The numbers
| Nashville range (HomeBlue, 2025) | $400 to $1,800, average about $1,100 |
| 20 ft tree, Nashville | $220 to $430 |
| 40 ft tree, Nashville | $440 to $850 |
| 60 ft tree, Nashville | $670 to $1,280 |
| 80 ft tree, Nashville | $890 to $1,700 |
| National (LawnLove, 2026) | $385 to $1,070, average $850 |
What makes the price go up or down
- Tree height. LawnLove says $9.50 to $14.50 per foot.
- Species. Oak, pine and cedar price differently.
- Power lines, the house, or a fence close by.
- Access. Can a truck get to it?
- Dead, diseased or storm-damaged trees, emergency calls, or needing a crane.
- Travel past 30 minutes, $50 to $200 (LawnLove).
Before you sign anything
- Get at least two written quotes that list the same items.
- Ask what's included: permits, haul-away, cleanup and warranty.
- Ask who does the work, their crew or a sub.
- Don't pay the full amount up front.
Why I'm telling you this
I learned the trades hands-on and ran my own construction company in Colorado. I've watched other contractors do to homeowners exactly what this page teaches you to stop. Not knowing is where the upsell lives. Now you know.
Quick answers
How long does tree removal take?
About 1 to 2 hours for a small tree and 3 to 4 for a big one (LawnLove).
Can I take a tree down myself?
You can, but LawnLove recommends against it without the right equipment and know-how.
Is a dead tree easier to remove?
No. Dead wood is brittle and can be harder to take down safely (LawnLove).
Sources
Educational only. Prices are published ranges as of October 2026. Your real price depends on your house, so get written quotes. Built by a Gen Xer with AI, for Gen Xers.
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