Tony Patterson’s 300-Year-Old Ash Tree Problem
Big rotting ash tree removal with fence repair and cleanup in Middle Tennessee
Introduction
Tony had a monster on his hands. A 300-year-old ash tree. 66 inches at the base. Rotting from the inside. Towering over his yard with a limb hanging over his fence ready to go whenever it felt like it. He called Nothing But Chips.
Project Summary
Location: Middle Tennessee
Service: Big rotting ash tree removal with fence repair and cleanup
Equipment Used / Tools: Crane, bucket truck, chainsaws, rigging gear, chipper, dump trucks, stump grinder
Crew: Experienced crew
Completion Time: One day
The Challenge
Rotted trees don’t play by the rules. This ash had to come down without wrecking Tony’s fence or anything else. When a limb accidentally took out part of his fence the crew had to fix it before they left.
Main Challenges
- Take down a 50-foot, 66-inch ash rotting from the core without damaging anything
- Control limbs over the fence and structures
- Fix whatever got damaged and leave the yard clean
“Has a 300 year old ash tree rotting from inside out. 66” at the base. Probably 50′ tall. These guys took it down like it was nothing. One limb was hanging way over my fence and it accidentally dropped and took out a 4′ section. These guys rebuilt it before they left and it looks like new. They cleaned up after themselves and left “nothing but chips.” I don’t write reviews but had to do this one. Do not use anyone else for your tree care needs. They are the best! Very professional young men.”— Tony Patterson, Middle Tennessee Homeowner
Good to Know
Surprises happen with big rotted trees. What counts is how you handle it. We own up to mistakes and fix them before we pack up.
Our Solution
Step 1
Looked at how bad the decay was. Made a plan using the crane and bucket truck to bring sections down safe.
Step 2
Rigged the limbs over the fence and started removing them. One limb dropped wrong and smashed a 4-foot section of Tony’s fence. Crew stopped. Rebuilt it right there. Made it look new.
Step 3
Brought down the rest of the trunk in sections. Ground the stump. Chipped everything.
Step 4
Cleaned up. Left chips and a fixed fence.
Did You Know
Emerald ash borers tore through ash trees across the country. Once they’re dead or dying they’re just waiting to drop limbs or fall over. Getting them out opens room for healthier trees.
Why Choose Nothing But Chips
We know how to take down trees and we care about making it right. Something goes wrong? We fix it before we leave.
Our Frequently Asked Questions
1. Got equipment for huge trees?
Yeah. Crane and bucket trucks handle the big ones.
2. What if something breaks?
We own it and fix it before we go.
3. Can you grind big stumps?
We can. Grinders handle wide stumps like Tony’s.
The Result
Tony’s ash is gone. Fence looks brand new. Yard’s clean. He’s telling people not to call anyone else.
Need a Big Tree Removed?
If you have a huge or rotting tree threatening your property, call Nothing But Chips. They tackle giant trees safely and leave your yard clean and your fences intact.
Service Areas
- Spring Hill
- Franklin
- Brentwood
- Nashville
- Thompsons Station
- Nolensville
- Arrington
- Belle Meade
- Columbia
- Williamson County
- All of Middle Tennessee