Pricing guidance
What tree work, land clearing, and excavation usually cost in Franklin, TN
These are honest ranges from real jobs in Franklin, Brentwood, Spring Hill, Columbia, Nashville, and the surrounding area. Every property is different — the only real number is the one on your written estimate.
Typical price ranges
Ranges below are starting points for residential work in our core service area. We give you a firm written number after looking at the property.
| Service | Typical range | What drives the price |
|---|---|---|
| Tree trimming / pruning | $750 – $1,250 | Most residential trims. Crown raise, deadwood, clearance from house/wires. |
| Tree removal (small, <30 ft) | $750 – $1,250 | Yard trees, open access, no structures close. |
| Tree removal (medium, 30–60 ft) | $950 – $1,800 | Most front-yard and backyard hardwoods. |
| Tree removal (large, 60 ft+) | $1,500 – $3,500+ | Mature oaks, hickories, poplars. Crane sometimes needed. |
| Storm-damaged / hazard tree | $1,250 – $4,000+ | Leaning, hung up, partially failed, or on structure. Priced by risk. |
| Stump grinding (per stump) | $300 – $600+ | Depends on diameter and root flare. Multiple stumps get bundled pricing. |
| Lot clearing — light brush (per acre) | $1,500 – $3,000 | Light brush, scattered saplings. Open, accessible acreage. |
| Lot clearing — medium (per acre) | $3,000 – $6,000 | Brush plus small trees. Some grubbing and haul-off. |
| Lot clearing — heavy (per acre) | $6,000 – $12,000+ | Mature trees with stump grubbing. Dense timber priced separately. |
| Forestry mulching — light underbrush (per acre) | $1,750 – $2,500 | Light underbrush. Tracked mulcher grinds in place. |
| Forestry mulching — medium density (per acre) | $2,500 – $4,500 | Brush plus saplings. Mulch left as ground cover. |
| Forestry mulching — heavy density (per acre) | $4,500 – $8,000+ | Heavier growth with larger trees. Slower, denser grind. |
| Excavation / grading (per day) | $1,800 – $3,500 | Skid steer and/or mini-ex with operator. Materials extra. |
| Trenching (per linear foot) | $15 – $30 | Utilities, water line, drainage runs. Depth and soil drive cost. |
| Driveway prep & gravel | $2,500 – $8,000+ | Cut, base, compact, gravel. Length and base depth drive cost. |
| Drainage / French drain | $1,500 – $6,000 | Per run. Depth, length, and outlet location set the price. |
| Building pad — rough grading (per area) | $1,500 – $5,000 | Rough grading and leveling for a defined area. |
| Builder pad / site prep (residential) | $2,500 – $8,000+ | Clear, grub, rough grade, erosion control. Typical residential pad. |
| Builder pad / site prep (large or complex) | $8,000 – $15,000+ | Larger pads, heavy fill, complex drainage, or steep grade. |
What actually moves the price
Access
How close can a truck and skid steer get? Fence lines, slopes, septic fields, narrow gates all add time.
Size & species
A 50-foot pine and a 50-foot oak don't price the same. Hardwood, lean, and dead wood change the work.
What's nearby
Trees over houses, decks, fences, sheds, or vehicles take more rigging and time than open-yard work.
Debris & cleanup
Hauling everything off costs more than chipping in place. We quote both ways if you want.
Stump & grinding
Removing the tree and grinding the stump are two jobs. Sometimes you want both, sometimes just the tree.
Ground conditions
Saturated ground can mean mats, smaller equipment, or a reschedule to protect your yard.
How we keep estimates honest
- We come look. No phone-call quotes for jobs that need eyes on them.
- The number is written down — service, scope, debris handling, and total.
- If we find something unexpected, we stop and talk before the meter runs.
- If the job comes in faster than expected, the estimate doesn't change on you — that's not your problem.
Financing available through QuickBooks. Qualified customers may be able to pay over time with monthly payment options, subject to approval.
